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Alabama News Center tels the stories of the people and businesses powering the states of Alabama, striving to make Alabama a wonderful place to live and work.

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The Alabama News Center — No rush: Diners at Alabama’s Greasy Spoon take time to savor food, friends

The Alabama News Center — No rush: Diners at Alabama’s Greasy Spoon take time to savor food, friends

| July 6, 2025 @ 10:23 am

Greasy Cove General Store and its onsite eatery, Greasy Spoon Kitchen, rest in a valley in the tiny town of Gallant in the even tinier Greasy Cove community.

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The Alabama News Center — Sloss.Tech 2025 organizers, participants say event highlights Alabama’s bright tech future

The Alabama News Center — Sloss.Tech 2025 organizers, participants say event highlights Alabama’s bright tech future

| July 5, 2025 @ 10:07 am

Douglas Watson’s move from Atlanta to Birmingham in 2018 was the result of a family obligation. A native of Montgomery, he recalls his attitude toward the relocation as “reluctant.”

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Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Fourth of July ideas, summertime favorites

Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Fourth of July ideas, summertime favorites

| July 4, 2025 @ 9:00 am

We have plenty to see and do for the Independence Day celebrations, and they start today. See the listings in this edition of Can’t Miss Alabama.

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The Alabama News Center — Alabama-made final Independence-class littoral combat ship successfully completes acceptance trials

The Alabama News Center — Alabama-made final Independence-class littoral combat ship successfully completes acceptance trials

| July 1, 2025 @ 9:36 am

The U.S. Navy successfully completed acceptance trials for the future USS Pierre (LCS 38) at Austal USA in Mobile the week of June 9.

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The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Patriotic-themed charcuterie board

The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Patriotic-themed charcuterie board

| June 30, 2025 @ 8:27 am

Summer is here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to gather friends and family for a fun, festive celebration.

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The Alabama News Center — Alabama gets first of two future assault aircraft virtual prototypes

The Alabama News Center — Alabama gets first of two future assault aircraft virtual prototypes

| June 28, 2025 @ 9:43 am

The Army has accepted its first MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) virtual prototype (VP) at Alabama’s Redstone Arsenal.

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The Alabama News Center — The Ginger Root is a dining draw to this small Alabama town

The Alabama News Center — The Ginger Root is a dining draw to this small Alabama town

| June 27, 2025 @ 7:37 am

If you’re not from Alabama’s Wiregrass region, there is a good chance you’ve never heard of the town of Samson in Geneva County. It’s not on an interstate or even a main road to the beaches.

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The Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Coca-Cola Amphitheater welcomes Thomas Rhett, Jason Isbell to the concert stage

The Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Coca-Cola Amphitheater welcomes Thomas Rhett, Jason Isbell to the concert stage

| June 26, 2025 @ 12:20 pm

There are plenty of things to see and do this weekend to get you ready for the Independence Day festivities next week. Check it out in this week’s Can’t Miss Alabama.

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The Alabama News Center — Grand opening of Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham, Alabama, kicks off with nod to Northside community

The Alabama News Center — Grand opening of Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham, Alabama, kicks off with nod to Northside community

| June 25, 2025 @ 7:16 am

From Janet Maycock, Druid Hills Neighborhood Association president, to Mike Suco, president and CEO of Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United, the grand opening of the Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham on June 20 included an homage to the city’s Northside community, which comprises five neighborhoods: Norwood, Druid Hills, Evergreen, Fountain Heights and Central City.

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The Alabama News Center — The rocket fleet: ULA’s seafaring path to the stars flows through Alabama

The Alabama News Center — The rocket fleet: ULA’s seafaring path to the stars flows through Alabama

| June 24, 2025 @ 8:04 am

In the vast waters of the Gulf of Mexico, fishing boats skimming the waves and cargo ships charting global courses are joined by a unique vessel — part ocean freighter, part spacefaring accomplice.

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The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Honey Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes

The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Honey Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes

| June 23, 2025 @ 8:30 am

Sweet potatoes were always a staple in my home. My mom would cook them with lots of butter, brown sugar and nutmeg.

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Can’t Miss Alabama: Tina Turner Musical, Blueberry Festival

Can’t Miss Alabama: Tina Turner Musical, Blueberry Festival

| June 21, 2025 @ 9:00 am

There is plenty to see and do this weekend. Find out what’s going on in this week’s Can’t Miss Alabama.

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The Alabama News Center — Birmingham schedules Juneteenth parade and BCRI celebrations

The Alabama News Center — Birmingham schedules Juneteenth parade and BCRI celebrations

| June 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am

When Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation marking Juneteenth as an official Alabama state holiday on June 19, Brenda Ward was on hand.

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The Alabama News Center — Art meets culinary arts in Birmingham Restaurant Week exhibit honoring Frank Stitt

The Alabama News Center — Art meets culinary arts in Birmingham Restaurant Week exhibit honoring Frank Stitt

| June 18, 2025 @ 8:26 am

For the first time, Birmingham Restaurant Week (BRW) will include a special art exhibit featuring work celebrating the city’s vibrant culinary culture.

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