More Good News from Our Friends at Alabama NewsCenter

Our partners at Alabama NewsCenter had a busy week reporting on the good news of the state.  Here are some of our favorite stories from the past few days.

Football preview: No. 13 Alabama painted into a crimson corner, facing No. 8 Georgia Saturday in Athens – Complete college and select high school games from across Alabama

Can’t Miss Alabama: Fiesta, reggae music and a food festival like none other – See this week’s top choices for entertainment – and good food – across Alabama.

Alabama firefighters answer long-distance call – Battle underway to contain deadly drought-fueled blazes.

Sending help for Hurricane Joaquin – Alabama Power employees head to Virginia to “pay it forward” for storm restoration assistance.

Update:  Joaquin heads into the Atlantic – crews to stay in Alabama – The deployment to Virginia has been called off.

Prestigious Newsweek Top Cancer Doctors 2015 includes UAB cancer specialists – “We know that our physicians are some of the best in the world, but now the world knows.” Edward Partridge, UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center

https://alabamanewscenter.com/2015/09/29/prestigious-newsweek-top-cancer-doctors-2015-includes-

Mobile’s Infirmary Health wins national Pink Glove Dance competition – Video to Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” benefits American Cancer Society.

https://alabamanewscenter.com/2015/10/01/mobiles-infirmary-health-wins-national-pink-glove-dance-

Children’s of Alabama doctor says this is the truth about vaccines: They are safe, and they save lives – An in-depth look at where we are today, through the eyes of a pediatrics expert.

Tapping Out childhood cancer – “I just wanted to do something. I wanted to give back.” Alex Swader, Dancers Fighting Cancer

Birmingham actress Anna Grace Barlow goes from Red Mountain Theatre to primetime TV – ‘Scream Queens’ role is taking her young career to a new level.

Magic City mythology helps make ‘Big Fish’ an inspiring tall tale – Author Daniel Wallace comes back to Birmingham for opening night at Red Mountain Theatre Company.

https://alabamanewscenter.com/2015/09/26/magic-city-mythology-helps-make-big-fish-an-inspiring-

Alabama Innovation Fund awards $4.5 million for promising research – It’s a financial boost which could generate new ventures – and jobs.

Andrew Yang: Venture for America aims to show world what’s possible in Birmingham – Birmingham is the latest city to win program’s distinction as a growth city.

Worlds of Opportunity provides look into future for Southwest Alabama students – Career fair exposes eighth-graders to options.

https://alabamanewscenter.com/2015/09/25/worlds-of-opportunity-provides-look-into-future-for-

Southern Research chosen for major solar project – See how innovation is driving improvements in efficiency.

AIDT’s Alabama Workforce Training Center up and running in Birmingham – The “service center for workforce development” aims to prepare students for careers in construction, manufacturing and entertainment.

Deontay Wilder defeats French challenger Johann Duhaupas with 11th round TKO – Nearly 8,500 and a national television audience saw Alabama native defend his title.

Deontay Wilder is giving ‘my full attention’ to challenger Johann Duhaupas as second title defense nears – Challenger is 32-2 with 20 knockouts

ALABAMA BRIGHT LIGHTS: Helping to warm hearts of visitors and residents in Dothan – Mit Kirkland’s dedication to this Alabama Wiregrass town is making a difference.

Breakin’ Bread for a good cause – When local chefs unite, great things happen.

Reading (and eating) between the wines – Emmet O’Neal Library benefits from vino event.

100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die: All Steak orange rolls – Here’s how this mouth-watering side dish was created at one Alabama restaurant.

Anchors aweigh: GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico now open in Mobile – Mobile attraction is projected to draw 300,000 visitors annually.

Tom Joyner meets fans, entertains crowd – “It’s my passion. I love what I do.” Tom Joyner, host of the Tom Joyner Morning Show

Fall into savings with these five energy-saving tips – Autumn’s arrival means chillier temperatures will soon follow.

Are ash ponds headed to the dustbin of history? – New environmental guidelines will likely force more expense in the costs to generate power.

Category: Hodgepodge