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MOORESVILLE – The Singing River Trail has unveiled the completed Western Route Master Plan. The SRT will be a 230-mile greenway system that winds its way across North Alabama from […]

PISGAH – U.S. Rep. Dale Strong joined his staff Monday as they hosted mobile office hours in Jackson County. Mobile office hours allows residents to speak with the staff about […]

BIRMINGHAM – North Alabama showed out at the Soul of the South awards in Birmingham. Hosted by SoulGrown, a digital publication that highlights the culture, beauty, and people of Alabama, […]

ATHENS – “So go Downtown, “Things will be great when you’re Downtown …” Those words from the 1964 hit by Petula Clark could be referring to Athens because two great […]

Astound Research is looking for scientists. Specifically scientists in need of funding for research. “We are bridging the gap between academia and industry,” said Astound CEO Morgan Cole.  “We currently […]

DECATUR – In a move that surprised many, Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling said Monday he would not be seeking reelection. He made the announcement at the City Council work session. […]

MADISON – Innova Primary Care, a full-service primary care practice, has opened in Madison.  A ribbon-cutting attended by city leaders and supporters marked the occasion at the new location off […]

HUNTSVILLE – Sheffield-based Bank Independent is continuing its eastward expansion. The bank recently held a ribbon-cutting for a branch in the Hampton Cove community of Huntsville. “Bank Independent is built […]

MADISON – Fall harvest time is one of the busiest seasons for Alabama farmers working to bring in their crops. It can also be one of the most dangerous. To […]

ATHENS – Do you have “the voice” to be Athens Main Street’s singing star? If you think you do, then you need to enter the upcoming Thursday Night Talent competition. […]

FLORENCE – Presented by Bank Independent, First Fridays gets underway this weekend in one of North Alabama’s prettiest downtowns with art, music, shopping and entertainment. The streets of historic Downtown […]

HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville International Airport and Carnegie Visual Arts Center are hosting a reception Tuesday to welcome the newest exhibit featuring “Alabama Art Lady” Sonya Clemons. The Airport Artway New […]

HUNTSVILLE — The 10-year anniversary dinner of the Madison City Chess League saw players, parents, and supporters turn out to meet FM Mike Klein, better known as Fun Master Mike […]

MADISON — The first BJ’s Wholesale Club store in Alabama won’t open for a couple more months but BJ’s Wholesale Club is offering founding memberships Friday, the company announced. The […]

MADISON — Redistricting is underway in Madison. The City Council discussed plans at Monday’s work session to redraw city council districts to ensure equal representation. Rapid growth in Alabama’s ninth-largest […]

HUNTSVILLE — North Alabama’s strong economy, job growth and a quality of life drenched in abundant natural beauty continues to fuel population growth in the region. As a result, the […]

MADISON — “This is not a Library sponsored event.” A Moms for Liberty event scheduled for the Madison Public Library has sparked a contentious debate within the community. It is […]

FM Mike Klein, better known as Fun Master Mike on ChessKid.com, will be the keynote speaker next month at the Madison City Chess League’s 10th anniversary dinner. The event is […]

ATHENS — The best little-kid carnival in North Alabama is back. The Athens Lions Club 2023 Kiddie Carnival is every Thursday, Friday and Saturday through July 29 from 6:30-9:30 p.m.  […]

ATHENS — CASA of North Alabama is hosting a “Coffee with CASA” for potential volunteers to learn  about advocating for abused and neglected children in local court systems.    The “come […]

HUNTSVILLE — Think of it as good eatin’ for good schoolin’. That’s what will be taking place Thursday as Huntsville Utilities hosts its second annual Eats 4 Education event. With […]

MADISON — A gun store planning to open near three schools in Madison resulted in more than 25 residents packing Monday night’s City Council meeting. The heated debate led to […]

HUNTSVILLE — Touting itself as a “backyard bistro,” Hound & Harvest is opening its doors Saturday with updated interior dining space, covered patio, and a newly developed backyard with dogs […]