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Breast cancer research is the target for Alabama Bow-Up archery event

Hitting the bull’s-eye is never so satisfying as when the arrow’s aim is to defeat breast cancer. So said Beth Bradner of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of...

Huntsville police officers collect school supplies for local students in need

The Huntsville Police Department continues to go above and beyond in serving its local community in North Alabama. WAAY this week reported that Huntsville PD...

Alabama’s Sidewalk Film Festival goes to the drive-in this year, thanks to COVID-19

Chloe Cook knew as early as February that something might be up. As executive director of Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema and a member of the national...

Alabama church members start ‘Jesus 2020’ campaign; People nationwide ordering signs

What started as an idea between friends at a small church in rural Montgomery County has turned into a viral movement uplifting thousands across...

Jalen Hurts gets a matching backpack for his ‘little biggest fan’

The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly been "blown away" by rookie Jalen Hurts thus far on the practice field, but Hurts continues to shine even...

Alabama pastor pens book of practical advice for ‘passing-along’ Christian faith

Alabama pastor and teacher George Shamblin has authored a new book, "The Relay," which provides Christians with practical advice for sharing their faith and...

Alabama program helps students SAIL into new school year

As schools in Alabama are starting this fall, Summer Adventures in Learning (SAIL) has wrapped up a successful summer of virtual and in-person learning for students...

Fried catfish at Stagecoach Café one of 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama

The Stagecoach Café in Stockton takes its name from the fact that it used to be on the stagecoach line. People aren’t traveling by stagecoach anymore, but...

UAB students receive aid to offset COVID-19 expenses

Before the pandemic, University of Alabama in Birmingham graduate student Aubrey Mallory was in Orlando, Florida for a semester interning at Walt Disney World. She...

At Jones Valley Teaching Farm, food is the foundation for academic growth

Jones Valley Teaching Farm (JVTF) is a Birmingham-based non-profit that builds vibrant, student-centered teaching farms that provide an environment for young people to learn,...

License plate to support Alabama business proposed — Must meet 1,000 application benchmark

A license plate that will support Alabama small businesses will be created if 1,000 apply for one by July 31, 2021. Funds from purchasing the...

Netflix releases trailer for movie filmed in Alabama starring Tom Holland

Netflix on Thursday released a trailer for its upcoming film "The Devil All The Time," which was filmed in Alabama and features an ensemble...

Documentary shows Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program as model of excellence for rest of nation

A documentary film being released digitally this week focuses heavily on the State of Alabama's First Class Pre-K Program as an example of sterling...

Michael Jordan speaks to Univ. of Alabama football team — ‘Winning has a price’

Basketball legend Michael Jordan on Tuesday spoke via video conference to the University of Alabama football team. The program, led by head coach Nick Saban,...

UAB employee Tara Bowman: Empowered by loss, committed to cancer education

Tara Bowman knows the statistics by heart. She can also recite health manuals nearly from memory when it comes to cancer awareness, health disparities...

Alabama Power Foundation 2018 annual report wins Silver ADDY award

The Alabama Power Foundation’s 2018 annual report was recently honored with a Silver ADDY for print at the American Advertising Awards, one of the world’s largest creative...

Obex Health creates tailor-made face masks to keep people safe from COVID-19

Wearing a face mask to protect your health – and others – is the new normal. The problem is finding a mask that fits...

Auburn University Rural Studio brings architectural vision to Alabama’s Black Belt

The Auburn University Rural Studio movement started as a brilliant notion by the late Samuel “Sambo” Mockbee and the late D.K. Ruth, with faith and early...

Alabamians in Wetumpka, Prattville hold events in support of police

Citizens in two central Alabama towns have gathered in the past week to show their support for the law enforcement officers that protect their...

Alabama principal’s viral music video Hammers home COVID-19 guidelines

While educators are figuring out how to safely return to school, one principal wants to make sure kids remember to laugh and enjoy life,...

Alabama Power volunteers throw final birthday party for closing children’s home

Most birthday parties are happy occasions but one held Thursday afternoon in Mobile was mixed with sadness. Volunteers from the Plant Barry Chapter of the Alabama Power Service...

Two Alabama cooks competing in World Food Championships finals

The chef and general manager of SAW’s Soul Kitchen in Birmingham and a competitive barbecue cook from Muscle Shoals are two of the 10 finalists competing...

Alabama chef keeps rolling through pandemic with new food truck

On a Sunday in March 2019, chef Raquel Ervin gathered nearly 100 friends and family at Hoover Randle Home & Gardens knowing full well, at some...

Alabama Public Television celebrates 65th year by continuing mission during pandemic

When schools statewide suddenly shut their doors in March, Alabama Public Television (APT) was the shot in the arm many educators needed to keep students on...