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Birmingham has a way of producing people who build things with intention. Tommy Mayfield is one of them. In February 2026, he launched something he believes the sports drink industry has been missing for a long time — a hydration product with nothing to hide.

May 31, 2026
Alabama, with its rolling Appalachian foothills, deep canyons, ancient forests, and Gulf Coast wetlands, is a walker’s paradise. The Yellowhammer State features hundreds of miles of trails across its state […]

April 30, 2026
What began as one family’s response to a diagnosis has, over three decades, grown into one of Alabama’s most impactful engines for breast cancer research.

April 20, 2026
The Young Supporters Board (YSB) of the UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is hosting the third annual Palate & Palette, a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the best of Birmingham’s local talent in food, art, and music.

April 3, 2026
Through its Good Community Food initiative and flagship Good School Food program, Jones Valley Teaching Farm demonstrates that access to nutritious food, paired with hands-on education, is powerful preventative medicine.

March 30, 2026
So often, the spring season is associated with “spring cleaning,” a time where we deep clean homes, spruce up our landscaping, and refresh our decor. However, we often forget that our body and mind could use a TLC, too.

March 25, 2026
For those looking to begin the new year outside, Alabama State Parks offer an easy and beautiful place to start. On January 1, Alabama State Parks will host First Day […]

December 30, 2025
Whether you love the holidays or loathe them, chances are you feel a little extra stress this time of year—which is why it’s so important to protect your mental health. […]

December 18, 2025
Meet Dawn Diehl, owner of Birch Tree Day Spa and our trusted esthetician, whom we’ve consulted to advise how to keep our skin healthy during the winter months. Although Alabama […]

December 17, 2025
Pediatric dental practices are more than healthcare settings; they’re community touchpoints where families, local businesses, and neighborhood institutions naturally intersect. Fireside, a Birmingham-based technology company, was founded on the belief […]

November 28, 2025
For nearly two decades, there has been a quiet but powerful force for good on an assuming block in downtown Birmingham. Much ahead of its time in many ways, Jones […]

October 16, 2025
Alabamians know that fall is the perfect time to get outdoors. As September fades into October, the rolling hills are painted in shades of amber, orange, and crimson, and a […]

September 26, 2025
Facelifts Have Evolved The new era of facial rejuvenation is here—one that moves beyond the overly pulled, overfilled, and visibly altered results of the past. Leading that shift in the […]

September 18, 2025
Created by Rachel Brown, the Rocket City Dietitian, this peach pasta is an easy assembly and the perfect transition to fall item to add to your menu. You can easily […]

September 4, 2025
Across Alabama, far too many women face serious barriers to maternal care–but efforts are underway to change that. The Caring Foundation of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama is […]

August 28, 2025
Few places in Birmingham have as dedicated a fan base as Tre Luna Bar & Kitchen. Known for curated comfort meals and creative catering, Executive Chef Brian Mooney brings something […]

August 19, 2025
For Katie and Steven Lee, health is everything. From protecting their family’s future to building community locally, health and wellness serve as the foundation for a life well-lived. Based in […]

August 2, 2025
If you’re craving something simple that’s the perfect mix of sweet and savory, this Hot Honey Sweet Potato Beef Bowl is about to become your new go-to recipe. Created by […]

July 27, 2025
In the rapidly evolving field of facial plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine, the allure of the latest trends and treatments can sometimes overshadow the foundational principles of patient safety and […]

July 25, 2025