On This Day In Alabama History: Noted Author Married
Richard Croom Beatty was a biographer, textbook author and scholar of American literature.
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Dean Selwyn Vickers: UAB Medicine Building On Rapid Growth To Achieve Lofty Goals
UAB now ranks eighth among U.S. public academic medical centers for NIH funding.
On This Day In Alabama History: Neil Bonnett Makes NASCAR Debut
On May 5, 1974, Neil Bonnett, who had already been successfully competing on short-track raceways across the Southeast, made his debut in NASCAR’s premier division, the Winston Cup Series (now the Sprint Cup Series) in the Winston 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.
Student-Powered Produce Stand Opens At Birmingham’s Woodlawn High School
A grant from the governor’s office gives students and staff the resources they need to deliver the fruits of their labor.
UAB Health Disparities Research Symposium Aims To Improve Health With Multi-Level Approach
Symposium pinpoints cause and effects of important health issues.
$93 Million Dabo Deal Includes Heavy Penalty If Clemson Coach Leaves For Alabama
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney signed a contract that makes him the highest paid coach in college football and adds hefty buyouts if he leaves to be the head coach at the University of Alabama, the job currently held by Nick Saban.
Conservation Groups Restoring, Protecting Bayou La Batre’s Lightning Point
Work is underway to restore and preserve one of Alabama’s most iconic and important coastal habitats.
The 1990s At Talladega Superspeedway: The Name ‘Dale Sr.’ Says It All
Dale Earnhardt Sr. collected three victories in the spring event at Talladega Superspeedway (all during the 1990s) and 10 overall, becoming the all-time Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series winner at the 2.66-mile track.
Big Spoon Creamery Dips Deep Into Birmingham Community
A husband-and-wife team uses craft-made ice cream as a cool way to connect.
Talladega Is Known For Speed, But Slow Down And Take In What The Alabama City Offers
To most of the world, Talladega is the big racetrack that opened half a century ago.
Electrathon Alababma Participants Zip Toward Another Fantastic Finish At Barber Motorsports Park
Barber Motorsports Park was filled with the whir of electric vehicles as participants in Electrathon Alabama converged on the park under sunny skies Monday, April 15.
Alabama Power Company Bike Riders Raise Money For Ms Society
For the fourth year, Alabama Power Company bike riders took to the streets for the annual Dam Ride.
National Volunteer Week Recognizes Those Who Love To Serve
National Volunteer Week is observed annually during the third week of April.
