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The little depot that could: Foley Railroad Museum and Train Exhibit attracts thousands of visitors

The little depot that could: Foley Railroad Museum and Train Exhibit attracts thousands of visitors

| October 7, 2024 @ 6:55 am

By: Emmett Burnett / Alabama Living In the heart of Foley, Alabama’s Heritage Park stands a train depot, a town fixture since 1909. Well, not exactly. For two decades it stood elsewhere and then returned. The story behind Foley’s depot-turned-museum starts with the death of U.S. President William McKinley. Today the town’s former depot is […]

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On the Line: Vectorply makes materials in Alabama for use around (and out of) the world

On the Line: Vectorply makes materials in Alabama for use around (and out of) the world

| October 6, 2024 @ 7:22 am

While you might not have heard of Vectorply, there’s a fairly large chance you’ve encountered a product that has used materials manufactured by the company.

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Toyota Alabama builds 10-millionth engine at Huntsville plant

Toyota Alabama builds 10-millionth engine at Huntsville plant

| October 5, 2024 @ 12:56 pm

Toyota Alabama announced that it has officially assembled its 10-millionth engine, an i-Force MAX 2.4-liter, to power an all-new hybrid Tacoma.

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Can’t Miss Alabama: Plan an amazing weekend with fantastic fall festivals, food and entertainment

Can’t Miss Alabama: Plan an amazing weekend with fantastic fall festivals, food and entertainment

| October 5, 2024 @ 7:30 am

Greek Food Festival: All ages will enjoy the 51st annual Greek Food Festival in Birmingham Oct. 3-5 from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Use those end-of-season veggies to make this Alabama ratatouille

Use those end-of-season veggies to make this Alabama ratatouille

| October 4, 2024 @ 2:16 pm

Last month, Nicole McLaughlin took us on a trip to the farmers market to show us all the fresh vegetables still available this time of year.

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Dr. Ann has heartbreaking reasons for why she advocates for healthy living

Dr. Ann has heartbreaking reasons for why she advocates for healthy living

| October 3, 2024 @ 7:06 am

Today, I want to share some shocking facts that fuel my passion for advocating healthy living. These tragic, yet largely avoidable, realities drive my commitment to helping others make health and healing their mission.

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Gov. Kay Ivey receives new Catalyst economic strategic plan to energize Alabama’s long-term growth

Gov. Kay Ivey receives new Catalyst economic strategic plan to energize Alabama’s long-term growth

| October 2, 2024 @ 7:45 am

Gov. Kay Ivey today announced she has received a forward-thinking economic strategic plan presented by Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair.

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Alabama native and Southern Company CEO Chris Womack to be honored at Black Belt Community Foundation Legacy Dinner

Alabama native and Southern Company CEO Chris Womack to be honored at Black Belt Community Foundation Legacy Dinner

| October 1, 2024 @ 12:22 pm

The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is gearing up for a milestone 20th anniversary celebration honoring Greenville native and Southern Company chairman, president and CEO Chris Womack.

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Go pink! Support fun activities to help the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama

Go pink! Support fun activities to help the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama

| September 30, 2024 @ 4:47 pm

Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, businesses and organizations statewide are joining forces and going pink.

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Paint Rock Forest Research Center is finding and protecting Alabama’s natural treasures

Paint Rock Forest Research Center is finding and protecting Alabama’s natural treasures

| September 30, 2024 @ 7:38 am

It’s no secret that Alabama possesses a wealth of natural wonders – stunning landscapes, miles of freshwater streams and rivers and an astounding degree of biodiversity, just to name a few.

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Samford University garners 3 Top 10 national rankings in Wall Street Journal best colleges list

Samford University garners 3 Top 10 national rankings in Wall Street Journal best colleges list

| September 29, 2024 @ 6:21 pm

Samford University garnered three top 10 rankings in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 list of the best colleges in the U.S., highlighted by a No. 2 national ranking for character development and a No. 8 national ranking for quality of career preparation.

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Record in-state class rolls University of Alabama’s total enrollment over 40,000

Record in-state class rolls University of Alabama’s total enrollment over 40,000

| September 29, 2024 @ 1:12 pm

A record-breaking number of in-state first-year students highlights the University of Alabama’s fall 2024 total enrollment of 40,846, surpassing 40,000 for the first time.

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Recipe: Savory Baked Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant Sandwiches

Recipe: Savory Baked Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant Sandwiches

| September 29, 2024 @ 9:00 am

You can make a batch on Sunday, freeze them and have a ready-to-go breakfast for the whole week. This kind of back-to-school meal prep is a game-changer for busy families, giving you one less thing to worry about on those rushed school mornings.

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Check out these 7 early fall food festivals in Alabama

Check out these 7 early fall food festivals in Alabama

| September 28, 2024 @ 7:44 pm

Food lovers across the state can taste the transition to fall at festivals celebrating a late-season legume, barbecue and other delectable delights.

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