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The Nature Conservancy and Bank Independent are teaming up to support long-term restoration efforts in one of North Alabama’s most ecologically important waterways.

Paint Rock River

The Nature Conservancy expands restoration efforts in the Paint Rock watershed

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April 13, 2026

For many Southern businesses, growth doesn’t stop because of demand—it stalls because of access. The Capital Collective is working to change that.

Birmingham skyline

The Capital Collective: opening the door to growth for Alabama businesses

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April 9, 2026

When this year’s Masters Champions Dinner menu was released, it sparked a question: If Alabama were to host a Champions Dinner, what would be served?

The masters views

What Alabama would serve at the Masters Champions Dinner

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April 8, 2026

Willy Wilcox’s golf journey has been anything but straightforward. Once a PGA Tour player earning millions, he stepped away after years of battling addiction. Now, he’s back at the game’s highest stage—the Masters—this time as a caddie.

Willy Wilcox

Willy Wilcox: PGA Tour veteran, sobriety, and looping at The Masters

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April 6, 2026

This spring, join the Bama community in turning every donation into a blossoming future for students at The University of Alabama.

Big Al with flowers

Bama Blitz 2026: Watch Bama Bloom

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April 6, 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.

Palate and Palette

Palate & Palette 2026: Birmingham’s top talent supporting cancer research

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April 3, 2026

A Greek tradition with ceremonial crimson eggs enriches a family’s Easter celebrations.

Pappas Easter table

A movable feast: celebrating Easter at the Pappas home

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April 2, 2026

Tucked into the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa, a blue-painted historic home hosts an indie bookstore with a room dedicated to a beloved community member, the late Christine Deitsch. 

Ernest and Hadley

A room for everyone at Tuscaloosa’s Ernest & Hadley

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April 1, 2026

Nestled in the heart of the Homewood suburb of Birmingham, Alabama, Samford University feels like a welcoming home away from home—a place where faith, learning and genuine connections come together […]

Samford University campus

Samford University: a legacy of faith, a future of purpose

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March 31, 2026

Trailblazers in Alabama turn long miles and hard climbs into life-changing experiences for children through Make-A-Wish.

Trailblaze Challenge

Why hundreds hike Alabama’s Pinhoti Trail for Make-A-Wish

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March 26, 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.

1818 Farms

A simple spring reset with 1818 Farms

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March 25, 2026

Five Alabama shopping districts have earned national recognition after being named among the most “envied” retail destinations in the country, according to a new ranking from financial media company MarketBeat.

Pepper Place Market

These Alabama shopping districts are getting national attention

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March 24, 2026

As dress codes disappear, one Alabama tie maker argues that what we wear still says something about how much we value the people around us.

Nathan Green with neckties

The case for the tie: why one Birmingham entrepreneur wants you to dress for other people

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March 17, 2026

Just off bustling Valleydale Road in Hoover sits Equip, a nonprofit that serves as a community, school, and workplace for adults living with disabilities.

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Meet Equip, the Alabama nonprofit creating opportunity for adults with disabilities

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March 16, 2026

The wait is over — Little Betty Sea Bar is now open. The newest concept from Revival Restaurant Group officially welcomed guests on March 10, 2026, in Mountain Brook, Alabama.

tablescape at little Betty sea bar

Little Betty Sea Bar brings seafood and showmanship to Mountain Brook

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March 11, 2026

Gulf State Park stretches across more than 6,000 acres, extending right across the street from the shoreline I’d spent years claiming as my happy place. Turns out, I’d been robbing myself of a part of the coast that would bring me more joy than I ever expected.  

Gulf State Park

Beyond the beach chair: rediscovering Gulf State Park

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March 10, 2026

Long before the name appeared in Madison, the “Donut Dollies” were a familiar sight to American troops stationed in war zones. During World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam […]

donuts in box

Madison’s ‘Donut Dollies’ carry on historic tradition of serving veterans

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March 9, 2026

As always, this week is full of unique and lively events for Alabamians with interests of all kinds.

BBQ on grill

SoulGrown Roundup: this week across Alabama

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March 6, 2026

In Alabama, honey isn’t just a pantry staple—it’s a product deeply tied to the state’s farms, wildflowers, and of course, its people.

Bees on hive

Why buying local honey matters in Alabama

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March 5, 2026

Craftsmanship, heritage and entrepreneurship took center stage in the recent episode of Afield with Christiana Roussel, featuring Luke Kolbie — founder of Kingfisher Leatherworks, Avontuur, and CEO of Russell Moccasin. […]

Kingfisher leatherworks

Afield with Christiana Roussel: Luke Kolbie

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March 5, 2026

Cullman is ready to celebrate its agricultural heritage as the 87th annual Alabama Strawberry Festival returns to Depot Park and the Festhalle Farmers Market on April 24–25. Officially recognized by […]

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The 87th Alabama Strawberry Festival returning to Cullman

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March 4, 2026