More Good News About Our State from the Alabama NewsCenter
Here are some of our favorite stories from our partners at Alabama NewsCenter from the past week, August 14 – 20.
Can’t Miss Alabama: Concerts, festivals, fishing and more – Here’s your handy guide to weekend activities across Alabama.
Deontay Wilder looks to make boxing big business in Alabama – Fight aims to top $1.5 million economic impact of one in June
Tomberlin’s Take: Kamtek $530 million investment ends “the question” – Auto supplier evidence of new economic development vigor in the Magic City
Noah Galloway honored by state broadcasters – The veteran has become a household name thanks to a national television stint, but he proudly calls Alabama home.
100 dishes to eat in Alabama before you die: Ranelli’s Deli – Seriously, these are some of the best foods this state has to offer.
Synchronized fireflies give glow and show in Vestavia Hills yard – Insects unusual outside of Smoky Mountains, experts say.
Using technology and creativity in innovative ways in the classroom – “We must prepare students for the jobs of the future.” Mark Coleman, Brighter Minds panelist.
Linking childhood behavior with workforce development – “Tune in to your child, not at the frequency you think they ought to be at.” Ellen Abell, Brighter Minds panelist.
Plant Greene County celebrates 50 years of serving West Alabama – Reflecting on five decades of faithful service to this West Alabama community.
Mercedes supplier SMP to open $150 million Alabama facility, creating 650 jobs – New 700,000-square-foot plant to start construction this year.
Alabama Bright Lights: Welcome to Rainbow Omega – A place for those with developmental disabilities to live with dignity and love.
Better preparations and lessons learned after storms – Major utilities are coming together to be better prepared the next time a major storm strikes.
Power to Play grant program accepting applications – Power To Play returns today for its second year of helping increase high school athletics participation.
Festival of Hope brought message, music to Birmingham – Franklin Graham featured at three-day religious event.
A place to be recognized – The A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club instructs Birmingham-area youths in academic success, healthy lifestyles and character and leadership development.
Chess gets students’ minds on board as school starts back – Back-2-School Scholastics tournament draws more than 60 young participants.
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