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Alabama company gets $180,000 grant for planned $115M sawmill

Alabama company gets $180,000 grant for planned $115M sawmill

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced a $180,000 grant that will help an Alabama lumber company build a plant that will lead to 130 jobs in east-central Alabama. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state...

The vision behind Alabama’s beloved Montgomery Oyster Festival

The vision behind Alabama’s beloved Montgomery Oyster Festival

On September 20th, hundreds of hungry folks will make their way to Old Alabama Town historic district in downtown Montgomery, where they’ll chat, sip cool beverages, and slurp oysters under the shade of the area’s abundant trees during the third...

Paul Finebaum reacts to Nick Saban comments, what’s gone wrong for Kalen DeBoer, Alabama

Paul Finebaum reacts to Nick Saban comments, what’s gone wrong for Kalen DeBoer, Alabama

Twenty months into his “retirement” after 17 years as Alabama‘s head football coach, Nick Saban still has an office inside Bryant-Denny Stadium and continues to serve the program in an advisory role. It was in that position that 73-year-old Saban...

Kalen DeBoer in trouble at Alabama football after Florida State loss

Kalen DeBoer in trouble at Alabama football after Florida State loss

Arch Manning flopping for Texas at Ohio State was one of the biggest stories from the first full-scale Saturday of the 2025 college football season. One story might have topped Manning, however: Kalen DeBoer is in huge trouble at Alabama. The...

Should Alabama be ranked? Not after Florida State exposed Tide 

Should Alabama be ranked? Not after Florida State exposed Tide 

Alabama had no Nick Saban to save it, no ferocity and none of that "hard edge" – whatever that means – that we heard about in the preseason. Alabama's fearsome defense is nothing but a memory. Thomas Castellanos can talk all the trash he wants...

Jon Gruden to Alabama: 5 reasons why ex-NFL HC is the perfect fit for Crimson Time

Jon Gruden to Alabama: 5 reasons why ex-NFL HC is the perfect fit for Crimson Time

Alabama fans aren’t exactly rolling with the tide right now, but Jon Gruden could be the answer. Kalen DeBoer’s men suffered an ugly 31-17 season-opening loss to Florida State. This was Crimson Tide's first Week 1 defeat since 2001. Patience is...

Salad Kits Recalled Across 25 States Including Alabama

Salad Kits Recalled Across 25 States Including Alabama

Alabamians, before you open your next bag of salad, be sure to check the packaging. There has been a company-issued voluntary recall due to the potential of undeclared sesame and soy. Taylor Fresh Foods is voluntarily recalling the Taylor Farms...

Seattle company recalls over 44,000 bags of shrimp over radiation concerns

Seattle company recalls over 44,000 bags of shrimp over radiation concerns

Another company has recalled shrimp sent by an Indonesian distributor in containers that tested positive for the radioactive isotope Cesium-137. Seattle’s AquaStar USA Corp issued two recalls this week for a total of 44,460 bags of two different...

Alabama: The World’s Most Valuable Restaurant Chain Reduces Price

Alabama: The World’s Most Valuable Restaurant Chain Reduces Price

Not many restaurants have MORE locations in Alabama than the mighty Mickey D's! There are hundreds of McDonald's locations in Alabama, and plenty here in West Alabama. The Golden Arches of McDonald’s shared good news today. Good news for many...

Allen Mendenhall: The Montgomery Federalist Society as a little platoon

Allen Mendenhall: The Montgomery Federalist Society as a little platoon

Last week, at the Montgomery Federalist Society luncheon, the Honorable Judge Richard Anderson graced our assembly with a most illuminating discourse on the venerable principles of judicial ethics, tracing their noble lineage from the sacred texts...

Alabama lawmakers react to Minneapolis Catholic school shooting

Alabama lawmakers react to Minneapolis Catholic school shooting

A shooter opened fire Wednesday morning during Mass at a Minneapolis Catholic school, killing two children and injuring 17 other people before dying by suicide, officials said.The shooting happened at Annunciation Catholic School, just days after...

"Nobody is scared of them boys": Johnny Manziel rips into Kalen DeBoer's culture at Alabama in post-Nick Saban era after humiliating 31-17 loss to FSU

"Nobody is scared of them boys": Johnny Manziel rips into Kalen DeBoer's culture at Alabama in post-Nick Saban era after humiliating 31-17 loss to FSU

Kalen DeBoer's troubles at the Alabama Crimson Tide keep piling up. After a disappointing 9-4 campaign last year, he is on the hot seat once again following a disastrous start to his second year in Tuscaloosa. On Saturday, Alabama suffered a...

Alabama Student Makes Rare Aviation History

Alabama Student Makes Rare Aviation History

The state of Alabama has a rich history, from civil rights to being home to many native tribes. This Alabama University is helping to build upon that history with a recent accolade. Aviation and aerospace are nothing new to the state of Alabama....

Alabama Pride, how to make the best tomato sandwich & the charm (or myth?) of ‘Fake Nice’"

Alabama Pride, how to make the best tomato sandwich & the charm (or myth?) of ‘Fake Nice’"

Quick-Fire Quips is a speedy questionnaire where we get to know people who stand out in the State of Alabama! In this episode, Alabama Public Radio host Baillee Majors talks with Tuscaloosa native and director of the historical publication Alabama...

Popular salad kits sold in 25 states, including Alabama, recalled

Popular salad kits sold in 25 states, including Alabama, recalled

A widely distributed salad kit has been recalled due to a dressing mix-up that could expose consumers to unexpected allergens. Taylor Fresh Foods has announced a voluntary recall of its Taylor Farms Honey Balsamic Salad Kit 6/8.3 oz. The company...

Alabama’s mass layoffs this year seem high. What’s going on?

Alabama’s mass layoffs this year seem high. What’s going on?

Alabama employers have announced more than 3,100 jobs cut in mass layoffs this year, already surging past last year’s total. Layoffs from nearly two dozen companies resulted in the loss of roughly 3,100 jobs across Alabama so far in 2025,...

Alabama man sentenced to life in prison for attempted murder of wife

Alabama man sentenced to life in prison for attempted murder of wife

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) — A Decatur chiropractor was given his sentence after a jury found him guilty of attempted murder in June. Brian Mann, a Decatur chiropractor, appeared in court Wednesday. He was sentenced to life in prison. News 19’s Kayla...

Alabama quietly extended Nike deal, details remain a mystery

Alabama quietly extended Nike deal, details remain a mystery

The first day of July was one of fanfare in Auburn. Goodbye, Under Armour. Hello, Nike. Announced April 9, 2024, Alabama’s archrival would be swapping apparel and footwear partners for the first time in 20 years. Fans lined up to be the first...

Razorbacks, Green put up 'videogame numbers' in decisive 52-7 victory over Alabama A&M to start season

Razorbacks, Green put up 'videogame numbers' in decisive 52-7 victory over Alabama A&M to start season

The Arkansas Razorbacks began their 2025 campaign with a convincing win, routing the Alabama A&M Bulldogs 52-7 on Saturday. The offense carried the load with 552 total yards of offense, mostly coming through the air from quarterback Taylen Green....

Alabama ice cream shop makes a flavor named after a bug and customers love it

Alabama ice cream shop makes a flavor named after a bug and customers love it

An Alabama ice cream parlor has become known for a one-of-a-kind flavor inspired by its town’s history and the bug -- yes, bug -- that played a monumental role in it. Owned by Elizabeth and Adam Shanks since 2023, Milky Moo’s Deli & Creamery in...

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