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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 — Recipe: Spicy Smoked Gouda & Sausage Hasselback Potatoes

The Alabama News Center — Recipe: Spicy Smoked Gouda & Sausage Hasselback Potatoes

| February 16, 2025 @ 6:00 pm

Are you a potato lover? I would definitely consider myself one. I think I may be more in love with the different varieties; I mean, there’s potato chips, potato cakes, potato soup — I could go on and on.

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Recipe: Creamy Roasted Potato & French Onion Soup

Recipe: Creamy Roasted Potato & French Onion Soup

| February 15, 2025 @ 2:00 pm

One of my favorite things to do on a cold winter day is to enjoy a nice, warm bowl of soup. There’s just something about a bowl of soup that makes me feel so warm and cozy inside.

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Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with festive ideas

Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with festive ideas

| February 14, 2025 @ 11:02 am

Romantic gatherings are taking place across the state… See what you can do with your special someone this weekend in this week’s Can’t Miss Alabama.

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Alabama News Center — 10 restaurants to spend a romantic date night in Alabama

Alabama News Center — 10 restaurants to spend a romantic date night in Alabama

| February 12, 2025 @ 7:26 am

Looking for the perfect date night spot? Alabama is home to some of the most romantic restaurants perfect for a memorable date night. From cozy candlelit spots to fine dining with breathtaking views, these 10 restaurants are sure to impress.

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Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Popular musicals, concerts, other shows

Alabama News Center — Can’t Miss Alabama: Popular musicals, concerts, other shows

| February 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am

From the electrifying beats of Six the Musical to the comedic brilliance of Katt Williams and enriching Black History Month experiences, Alabama is brimming with must-see events this February!

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Alabama News Center — Growth Alliance supports Alabama Development Fund to supercharge economic development with no new taxes

Alabama News Center — Growth Alliance supports Alabama Development Fund to supercharge economic development with no new taxes

| February 7, 2025 @ 8:18 am

The Alabama Growth Alliance, a public-private partnership dedicated to advancing the state’s economic priorities, has endorsed the creation of the Alabama Development Fund to provide a source of sustainable funding for economic development without increasing taxes or cutting existing programs, Alabama Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair announced.

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Where to shop for vintage clothing in Alabama

Where to shop for vintage clothing in Alabama

| February 4, 2025 @ 10:09 am

Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or just starting your journey into retro style, the state boasts an eclectic mix of shops that offer everything from vintage tees to funky statement pieces.

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How some University of Alabama faculty are embracing AI in teaching

How some University of Alabama faculty are embracing AI in teaching

| February 3, 2025 @ 5:22 pm

The University of Alabama Ethics Bowl faculty adviser and a scholar of privacy rights may seem like unlikely advocates for the use of generative AI in the classroom.

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DG: The story behind the beloved Mountain Brook, Alabama, restaurant

DG: The story behind the beloved Mountain Brook, Alabama, restaurant

| January 31, 2025 @ 1:41 pm

Plenty has changed in the 25 years since Daniel Briggs and a partner opened Daniel George restaurant in Mountain Brook Village.

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Corks & Cattle is a deliciously enterprising gem in Alabama’s Wiregrass

Corks & Cattle is a deliciously enterprising gem in Alabama’s Wiregrass

| January 30, 2025 @ 7:51 am

The wide, open Wiregrass region of southeastern Alabama has known grazing cattle since colonial times. Fine wines, not so much. But Corks & Cattle Market & Café celebrates both in delicious, inventive, locally sourced ways.

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Images: Take a night flight with the Alabama Air National Guard

Images: Take a night flight with the Alabama Air National Guard

| January 29, 2025 @ 9:31 am

The 117th Air Refueling Wing from the Alabama Air National Guard recently participated in a night flight operation to refuel a C-5 Galaxy over North Carolina.

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With a dozen waterfalls, north Alabama’s Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is a great place for a hike

With a dozen waterfalls, north Alabama’s Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is a great place for a hike

| January 28, 2025 @ 7:48 am

Nature lovers are blessed with abundant recreational and travel opportunities offered by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in north Alabama, like Joe Wheeler State Park, Monte Sano State Park and several wildlife management areas. But the possibilities don’t end there.

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Recipe: Creamy Chicken, Kale & Rice Mushroom Soup

Recipe: Creamy Chicken, Kale & Rice Mushroom Soup

| January 27, 2025 @ 9:00 am

I don’t know about you, but when the temperatures drop, I begin to crave warm, comforting meals such as this Creamy Chicken, Kale & Rice Mushroom Soup. It’s the perfect meal to cozy up with after a long day.

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Three Alabama culinary professionals nominated for James Beard Awards

Three Alabama culinary professionals nominated for James Beard Awards

| January 25, 2025 @ 11:43 am

Two Alabama chefs and a mixologist are up for James Beard Awards, the top honor for culinary professionals.

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