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Seeing red: Morgan County Decatur Farmers Market hosting inaugural Tomato Festival

Bud McLaughlin - July 16, 2025

DECATUR – You say "to-MAY-to" and I say "to-MAH-to." But, no matter how you pronounce it, be sure to head to the Morgan County Decatur...

Gear up for the 127 Yard Sale: 690 miles of bargains and adventure

Staff reports - July 13, 2025

CHATTANOOGA -- The 127 Yard Sale, known far and wide as "The World's Longest Yard Sale," is back for its 39th year. The four-day event (Aug....

Deana Carter, T. Graham Brown, Easton Corbin headline Saddle Up for St. Jude

Tiffani Hill-Patterson - July 8, 2025

TUSCUMBIA – Gardiner Farms in Tuscumbia has been welcoming crowds to its 3,000 acres of riding trails and benefit shows for St. Jude Children’s...

In the pink: Registration opens for the area’s largest, most iconic 5k

Staff reports - July 7, 2025

HUNTSVILLE — One of Huntsville’s most beloved community events is back — and it’s more than just a race. Registration is now open for the...

Rich agricultural heritage of North Alabama celebrated at annual Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage Days

Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association - July 5, 2025

ATHENS -- Visitors will take a step back in time in August with antique tractors and vintage farm equipment. The Piney Chapel American Farm Heritage...

More than just fireworks, Athens launches Red, White, & Boom Festival

Bud McLaughlin - July 3, 2025

ATHENS – This isn't your parents' Red, White & Boom. This year, the long-time Athens Fourth of July celebration has expanded. The Red, White, & Boom...

Don’t forget: Juneteenth Festival set for Saturday in Big Spring Park

City of Huntsville - June 27, 2025

HUNTSVILLE – The annual Juneteenth Festival presented by the city’s Office of Multicultural Affairs and Amazon is happening Saturday from 5-9 p.m. in Big...

Evalyn Washington Humphrey Foundation for Arts and Education hosting Community Dance Festival and Showcase

Bud McLaughlin - June 26, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- Highlighting the diverse dance traditions in the community, local cultural dance groups and dancers will perform in the annual Community Dance Festival...

Annual Helen Keller Festival kicks off in Tuscumbia

Tiffani Hill-Patterson - June 25, 2025

TUSCUMBIA – The 47th annual Helen Keller Festival kicks off Thursday with a parade in downtown Tuscumbia and a party on Main Street. The city's...

Marshall Space Flight Center welcomes community, astronauts to 65th anniversary celebration

Bud McLaughlin - June 25, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- There will be an out-of-this-world celebration next month as the Marshall Space Flight Center marks 65 years. And everyone is invited. Marshall, along with...

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