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.

Mark your calendars, because it’s almost time for you to Get In The Loop! The streets of downtown Dothan are about to pulse with rhythm, color, and creativity.

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. 

A Birmingham institution with more than three decades of history is once again in the national spotlight. Bottega has been named a finalist for the 2026 James Beard Awards, earning recognition in the Outstanding Hospitality category—one of the industry’s most meaningful honors.

From coastal crawfish boils to springtime traditions and community gatherings, Alabama is taking full advantage of this beautiful season. Warmer days and longer evenings are setting the stage for festivals, friendly competitions, and can’t-miss local experiences across the state. This week’s lineup is full of variety, with each event offering something entirely its own, proving […]

For the first time, the Grand Prix will take place without George Barber, the Birmingham motorsports enthusiast whose vision brought the world-renowned Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum to life.

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

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.

In Alabama, there’s no shortage of great barbeque, and just about everyone has their go-to spot. But in Leeds, Rusty’s Bar-B-Q has carved out a loyal following as a beloved mom-and-pop staple, known for its fall-off-the-bone ribs, slow-smoked pulled pork, and welcoming atmosphere. At the helm of the ship is owner Rusty Tucker, who’s been […]

Longer days and warmer weather can only mean one thing: Alabama’s spring event season is in full swing.

The leprechauns have spoken, and the shamrocks have been counted: St. Patrick’s Day in Enterprise, Alabama, is unlike any other in the state.

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.

The story of Gee’s Bend traveled full circle — from the quiet banks of the Alabama River to the global stage of QuiltCon 2026 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Nearly a dozen Gee’s Bend quilters captivated more than 25,000 attendees at the world’s largest modern quilting event, serving as Featured Artists and sharing the bold artistry, […]

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.  

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 War, women volunteers with the American Red Cross traveled to military bases and field hospitals to lift the spirits of service members. Rather than serving […]

As we mark International Women’s Day, we celebrate a century of remarkable Alabama women whose achievements remind us of the power of determination, resilience, and leadership across every generation.

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

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. Additionally, Kolbie is the founder of the Conservation Through Craftsmanship Coalition (CCC), a network of makers and brands dedicated to supporting conservation through traditional skills, […]

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 Gov. Kay Ivey in 2023 as the Alabama Strawberry Festival, the event is considered the state’s longest running strawberry celebration and honors a tradition that […]

I gripped my father’s old Bushnell binoculars on an early spring morning in 2011 as I scanned the trees. All around me, I could hear the sounds of cardinals and Carolina wrens singing, as chickadees fluttered on a nearby branch. Suddenly, I spotted a bird flitting frenetically at the top of an oak adorned in […]

What started in the 1950s as a small country grocery store in Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee, has grown into a beloved Southern institution—and now, Cullman has its very own Puckett’s. When Andy and Jan Marshall opened the Cullman location in the fall of 2022, it was the brand’s first venture outside Tennessee, a bold move that’s […]