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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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Can’t Miss Alabama: Gumbo & Alabama Slammer Festival returns to Foley’s Heritage Park

Can’t Miss Alabama: Gumbo & Alabama Slammer Festival returns to Foley’s Heritage Park

| January 24, 2025 @ 7:20 am

From savoring gumbo delights at Foley’s Heritage Park to experiencing the magic of Star Wars with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, and exploring the latest in outdoor adventures at the Birmingham Boat Show, this weekend in Alabama is packed with unforgettable events!

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This store sells only Alabama-made goods, and it’s got just about everything

This store sells only Alabama-made goods, and it’s got just about everything

| January 23, 2025 @ 8:06 am

Tucked away along downtown Prattville’s charming Main Street is the Everything Alabama gift shop, a store that offers, well, a little bit of everything – from art to gourmet foods to skincare, clothing and glassware – and it all has one thing in common: It’s made right here in the Yellowhammer State.

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Access for all: Jefferson County Greenways Commission preserves and cares for Alabama region’s greenspaces

Access for all: Jefferson County Greenways Commission preserves and cares for Alabama region’s greenspaces

| January 22, 2025 @ 8:03 am

The new Jefferson County Greenways Commission and Foundation ensures the area’s greenspaces remain safe, welcoming and ready for everyone to enjoy.

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Wildflower Café: How a creative eatery in smalltown Mentone became a wild success

Wildflower Café: How a creative eatery in smalltown Mentone became a wild success

| January 20, 2025 @ 8:00 pm

Mentone may be a small north Alabama town – home to a population of only 325 – but there is nothing small about the impact the mountain community has on those who visit.

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Can’t Miss Alabama: MLK 5K Drum Run, Bob Sykes barbecue tour, sporting events

Can’t Miss Alabama: MLK 5K Drum Run, Bob Sykes barbecue tour, sporting events

| January 19, 2025 @ 8:00 am

There will be plenty of things to do this weekend and on Monday, and you can find out what in this week’s edition of Can’t Miss Alabama.

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Alabama Food Truck Favorites: Choo Choo’s

Alabama Food Truck Favorites: Choo Choo’s

| January 17, 2025 @ 7:42 am

If you have a craving for a great burger, some tasty barbecue or maybe a brisket cheesesteak, you’re going to want to get aboard Choo Choo’s.

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7 Mobile, Alabama, places to satisfy your king cake cravings this Mardi Gras

7 Mobile, Alabama, places to satisfy your king cake cravings this Mardi Gras

| January 15, 2025 @ 11:04 am

It’s king cake season in Mobile, and local bakeries and businesses are going all out to celebrate! Whether you’re craving the timeless taste of tradition or eager to indulge in bold, unexpected flavors, Mobile’s king cake scene has something for everyone.

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Alabama A&M University names construction adviser for new science, student amenities buildings

Alabama A&M University names construction adviser for new science, student amenities buildings

| January 14, 2025 @ 11:53 am

Alabama A&M University is preparing for construction of two major buildings on campus with a combined value exceeding $140 million.

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