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Financial confidence is not built overnight. It grows through simple habits, intentional choices, and a willingness to start. During America Saves Week, many people take time to reflect on their […]

A local resident is turning her personal health journey into a community-wide effort to raise awareness and support research for a rare, incurable condition. Haley White, who lives with Charcot-Marie-Tooth […]

A federal restructuring of the U.S. Forest Service will result in the closure of a research and development facility in Huntsville, with agency operations in Alabama shifting to a new […]

GE Appliances on Thursday celebrated a $28 million investment at its Morgan County refrigeration plant, unveiling upgraded manufacturing equipment and a new on-site primary care clinic during a ribbon-cutting ceremony […]

Tensions are rising in the Republican primary for Alabama House District 20, as State Rep. James Lomax and former Congressman Mo Brooks trade sharp accusations over their respective tax records. […]

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Limestone County has received a $5,000 donation from the Athens Rotary Club to support its mission of providing beds to children in need across the community. […]

Governor Kay Ivey has announced a series of appointments across Alabama, including two new individuals selected to serve on the U.S. Space & Rocket Center Commission, the governing body overseeing […]

MidCity District has received a 2026 Charter Award from the Congress for the New Urbanism, a prestigious recognition highlighting excellence in urban design, placemaking and community development. The Charter Awards […]

Dynetics has been awarded a $617 million U.S. Army contract to produce critical air and missile defense systems. The contract, valued at $617,164,135, supports the fiscal 2026 production buy of […]

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BlueHalo LLC has been awarded a $19.4 million Department of Defense contract to support the development of advanced ceramic materials and processes. The cost-plus-fixed-fee contract, valued at up to $19,454,545, […]

Athens State University will be among a select group of universities and research oriented organizations joining together to form the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC).   The regional R&D group is expected […]

Radiance Technologies has been awarded a nearly $150 million federal contract to support modernization efforts at a key U.S. missile testing site. The Defense Logistics Agency announced Radiance received a […]

Hadrian F4 in Cherokee served as the backdrop Friday for a visit from U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler, who used the stop to highlight how recent federal tax […]

The Department of Defense has awarded Lockheed Martin Corp. a $4.7 billion contract to produce PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement interceptors. Lockheed Martin maintains a major presence in the Rocket City, […]

Athens-Limestone Hospital has completed its first spine surgery using advanced robotic technology, marking a significant step forward in surgical capabilities for patients in Limestone County. The procedure was performed using […]

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Huntsville Museum of Art will open its doors for a free, day-long cultural celebration on Saturday, April 11, as it hosts the “Impressions of Asia” Culture Fair. The event, scheduled […]

A new nonprofit organization has been established to help secure the long-term future of one of North Alabama’s premier military museums. Leaders with the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum announced the […]

Live music will once again fill downtown Athens as Athens Main Street rolls out a packed lineup of events for spring and summer 2026. The organization announced two returning music […]

The music born in the Shoals that has shaped generations is being brought into focus through a new exhibit in downtown Florence. The University of North Alabama’s Shoals Music Archive […]

Local musicians, venue operators and music fans are invited to gather later this month as the Huntsville Music Office hosts its first Quarterly Music Meetup of 2026. The free community […]

A photograph taken in Madison has earned top honors in the Birds category of the 2026 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest, as the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced […]

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Community

A new pickleball tournament aimed at combining competition with community impact is coming to Point Mallard Park later this month. The Daybreak Paddle Battle, hosted by the Rotary Club of […]

A new accessible playground is now open at Joe Wheeler State Park, marking a major upgrade for one of North Alabama’s most popular outdoor destinations. State and local leaders gathered […]

Athens-Limestone Hospital is asking residents across Limestone County to weigh in on local healthcare needs as part of a new Community Needs Assessment aimed at shaping future services and priorities. […]

New accessibility resources are now available at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, thanks to a regional partnership aimed at making one of Alabama’s top tourist destinations more inclusive. The […]

Singing River Trail and Launch Regional Partnership have announced the 11 finalists for the fifth annual Singing River Trail Launch Tank competition, spotlighting entrepreneurs from across North Alabama. The finalists […]

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. Bank Independent announced a three-year funding pledge […]

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Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama   Attention turns to Ainsworth While AJ McCarron’s abrupt exit from the lieutenant governor’s race to coach the Birmingham Stallions […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama   Hegseth in the Rocket City It was announced this week Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will be taking a trip […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in Alabama Money and mud in the AG race The race for Alabama attorney general continues to heat up with the latest […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama   Will Doug Jones make it official? Political chatter is growing louder that former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones may […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama   Redistricting rows Keep an eye on Alabama’s ongoing redistricting battles – the ripple effects could be far bigger […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama   Will he or won’t he? The question on everyone’s mind in Alabama Senate District 2: Will House Minority […]

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