ARDMORE – The Greater Ardmore Chamber has been awarded a grant to help funding for two of the city’s major events. Yolandia Eubanks, director of the Greater Ardmore Chamber, said […]

BIRMINGHAM – With a mission to help find a cure for breast cancer by funding promising breast cancer research in Alabama and to raise awareness and funding through that research, […]

HUNTSVILLE – A weeklong slate of events for Alabama A&M University’s homecoming was capped off with a triumphant win and a fundraising record Saturday.   The Bulldogs thumped previously undefeated Tuskegee […]

ATHENS – One of North Alabama’s landmark businesses is unique. It’s a Southern treasure that harkens to days long gone. Its name also has a very Northern connotation. The store […]

HUNTSVILLE — A huge upset within reach of Auburn ended in disappointment against archrival Georgia, while domination continued for Alabama against old foe Mississippi State as Southeastern Conference play continued Saturday […]

HUNTSVILLE – The Space Hardware Club at the University of Alabama in Huntsville turned in strong finishes in two international aerospace competitions, the International CanSat Competition and the University Rover […]

Fall in Alabama is always a fan favorite. With ideal temperatures and the holiday season in sight, the fall feeling is palpable across the state. One of the best ways […]

BOAZ — October is knocking on the door which means towns and communities across North Alabama are gearing up for their fall celebrations. Set for Oct. 6-7, the Harvest Festival […]

DECATUR – The River Clay Fine Arts Festival welcomes local and national artists who will bring their works of art and unique creations to the River City October 21-22, 2023, […]

HUNTSVILLE – The regular bi-weekly meeting of the Huntsville City Council began with a cheerful tone Thursday night, including a resolution honoring outgoing Huntsville/Madison County Convention & Visitors Bureau President […]

HUNTSVILLE — Huntsville Utilities said it has been receiving continued reports of scam activity — phone scams and in person attempts — targeting utility customers. As the week has progressed, […]

FLORENCE – The National Science Foundation recently awarded the University of North Alabama nearly $2.5 million to lead a three-state partnership to expand and diversify the number of STEM graduates […]

HUNTSVILLE – What an anniversary surprise it was Thursday night for Huntsville Botanical Garden CEO Sue Wagner. Just three days shy of her fourth anniversary at the Botanical Garden, Wagner […]

ATHENS – The Athens Farmers Market celebrates the final market of the season. The annual Fall Market, which closes out the growing season, is 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. “Fall […]

DECATUR – An armed Decatur man died this morning after being shot by Decatur police. According to a news release, at approximately 1:30 a.m. today, officers were dispatched to a […]

Off The Record: The latest rumors and rumblings in North Alabama Help wanted The governor has set the date for the District 10 special election (March 26, 2024) but, at […]

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is making further fire precautions for all Alabama State Parks due to extended dry conditions. Visitors and overnight guests are […]

HUNTSVILLE — If you’re a resident of Alabama’s House District 10 and want to run for public office, the Alabama Republican Party has an opportunity for you. The party has […]

WASHINGTON — Security and space – or the lack of it in Colorado – were two of the issues Rep. Dale Strong hit on during Thursday’s hearing of the House […]

FLORENCE – Bank Independent, a community bank based in North Alabama, prides itself on providing exceptional customer service and being deeply involved in the communities it serves. Banking with Bank […]

  256 Today is proud to present the Our Town Podcast. Check here every week for the latest episode from Troy Bye, North Alabama’s newest favorite son. The Our Town […]

Sweet Trails Alabama, in conjunction with the Singing River Trail and Jacksonville State University, will be taking a statewide public tour next week. The Sweet Trails Alabama Swing Around the […]

HUNTSVILLE – The Huntsville City Council will hold its regular meeting Thursday night with a vote on Mayor Tommy Battle’s financial budget for Fiscal Year 2024 leading the agenda. A […]

ATHENS — Athens Main Street continues to bring in the awards. The organization brought home four awards of excellence at last month’s 10th annual Main Street Alabama Conference, On Wednesday, […]