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On This Day In Alabama History: Henry Collier Died

On This Day In Alabama History: Henry Collier Died

| August 28, 2019 @ 5:00 am

The Virginia native was Alabama’s first chief justice and also served two terms as governor.

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Wild At Heart Wood Is An Alabama Maker Whose Work Has Proven Solid Over The Years

Wild At Heart Wood Is An Alabama Maker Whose Work Has Proven Solid Over The Years

| August 27, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Retired educator puts his lessons to work full time.

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Alabama Native Bringing VR Production To Sidewalk, Looking To Make Feature Film In The State

Alabama Native Bringing VR Production To Sidewalk, Looking To Make Feature Film In The State

| August 23, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Actress and producer Meredith Riley Stewart talks about “SEE ME,” making media that matters and how a “Roll Tide!” can open doors.

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On This Day In Alabama History: Pioneering Doctor Died

On This Day In Alabama History: Pioneering Doctor Died

| August 22, 2019 @ 5:00 am

The native of Lebanon was an anesthesiologist at Birmingham hospitals.

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Birmingham’s New Sidewalk Film Center And Cinema Is Ready For Its Premiere

Birmingham’s New Sidewalk Film Center And Cinema Is Ready For Its Premiere

| August 20, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Organizers praise supporters for providing the resources needed to build a permanent home for independent movies in Birmingham.

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New Clubhouse Takes Birmingham’s A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club To A Whole New Place

New Clubhouse Takes Birmingham’s A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club To A Whole New Place

| August 19, 2019 @ 5:00 am

The new facility is in an improved location with expanded capacity and features for youths.

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Marshall Space Flight Center To Lead NASA Lander Program In Return To Moon

Marshall Space Flight Center To Lead NASA Lander Program In Return To Moon

| August 17, 2019 @ 5:00 am

The program is a precursor for a human mission to Mars.

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Census Bureau Director, Alabama Officials Urge Everyone To Participate In 2020 Census

Census Bureau Director, Alabama Officials Urge Everyone To Participate In 2020 Census

| August 16, 2019 @ 5:00 am

State’s share of federal funding for highways, health care and other federal funding could be heavily reduced if too many people ignore census.

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The World Games Explained: Orienteering

The World Games Explained: Orienteering

| August 15, 2019 @ 5:00 am

This sport uses navigation with a mix of traveling methods in a race to the finish.

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Alabama Power’s Renew Our Rivers Named Water Conservationist Of The Year

Alabama Power’s Renew Our Rivers Named Water Conservationist Of The Year

| August 14, 2019 @ 5:00 am

The program has removed more than 15.5 million pounds of trash and debris from waterways.

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On This Day In Alabama History: Julia Smith Oliver Was Born

On This Day In Alabama History: Julia Smith Oliver Was Born

| August 11, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Julia Smith Oliver was the first woman to serve in a major cabinet position in Alabama.

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On This Day In Alabama History: Marla Townsend Became UAB’s First Softball Coach

On This Day In Alabama History: Marla Townsend Became UAB’s First Softball Coach

| August 9, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Townsend is the only UAB coach to win more than 500 games.

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On This Day In Alabama History: Musician Charlie Stripling Was Born

On This Day In Alabama History: Musician Charlie Stripling Was Born

| August 8, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Stripling was born in northeast Pickens County in west Alabama.

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Birmingham Zoo Adopts New Elephants, Opens Welcome Center

Birmingham Zoo Adopts New Elephants, Opens Welcome Center

| August 7, 2019 @ 5:00 am

Along with updated park renovations, the zoo welcomes two male African elephants.

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