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This Alabama Town Is One Of The Best Places To Live In The South And It’s Incredibly Affordable

Some towns just have a way of making you feel like you’ve been missing out on something wonderful your whole life, and Cullman, Alabama is exactly that kind of place. Tucked into the rolling hills of north-central Alabama, this charming city has quietly been earning a reputation as one of the most livable, lovable, and surprisingly affordable places in the entire South.

Cullman, AL · 4d
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You Can Actually Retire In This Overlooked Alabama Town On Just Social Security

Nobody puts Scottsboro, Alabama on their vision board, and that’s exactly why it keeps winning. This quiet northeast Alabama town has figured out something that most of the country is still desperately searching for, and it involves spending less money while actually enjoying your life more. That’s not a...

Scottsboro, AL · 5d
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Calhoun Journal

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Alabama Awards $22 Million Contract to Replace Gilbert’s Ferry Bridge in Etowah County

MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Monday, November 9, that the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has awarded a $22 million contract to replace the aging Gilbert’s Ferry Bridge on State Route 77 over the Coosa River in Etowah County. The project will replace the existing 87-year-old northbound bridge connecting Southside and Rainbow City […] The post Alabama Awards $22 Million Contract to Replace Gilbert’s Ferry Bridge in Etowah County appeared first on Calhoun Journal .

Etowah County, AL · 2d

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This Rural Alabama Restaurant Is So Good, People Happily Drive For Miles To Eat Here

Somewhere between the cornfields and the quiet backroads of St. Clair County sits a restaurant that’s turned plenty of skeptics into loyal regulars. The Ark in Riverside, Alabama has built a reputation that stretches far beyond its small town borders, and once you taste the food, you’ll understand exactly why.

Riverside, AL · 3d
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Yellowhammer News

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UAB expands rural physician training with new Marshall Family Medicine Residency in Boaz

The new UAB Marshall Family Medicine Residency will be based in Boaz, AL at Marshall Medical Center SouthA new family medicine residency program is set to strengthen physician training and expand access to care in North Alabama. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education has approved the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Family and […] The post UAB expands rural physician training with new Marshall Family Medicine Residency in Boaz appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Boaz, AL · 1d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Alabama Children's Place closures include stores, warehouses

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Reynolds leaps, EQ points flip flop on Day 1 at Guntersville

As Nathan Reynolds gazed out at Lake Guntersville after landing 19 pounds, 6 ounces on Day 1 of the 2026 Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Lake Guntersville presented by Bass Pro Shops, the magnitude of the moment seemed to wash over him. The waters of this Tennessee River reservoir...

Guntersville, AL · 1d

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Hulgan scores 33 as Plainview girls defeat defending state champion Hazel Green

HAZEL GREEN, Ala. (WAFF) - Sawyer Kate Hulgan scored 33 points in her senior opener as Plainview defeated defending Class 6A state champion Hazel Green 57-29. The Bears jumped out to a 17-6 lead after the first quarter. Hazel Green held Plainview to six points in the second quarter, but the Bears pulled away in the second half to start the season 1-0.

Hazel Green, AL · 1d

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DLA commits $2 billion to critical materials as Anniston expands defense industrial role

The Defense Logistics Agency is committing $2 billion to securing critical materials for national defense, a nationwide effort that comes as Anniston Army Depot undergoes nearly $1 billion in modernization […] The post DLA commits $2 billion to critical materials as Anniston expands defense industrial role appeared first on 256 Today .

Anniston, AL · 3d

The Gadsden Times

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Freeze warning issued for Marshall County

A freeze warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Huntsville at 2:09 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13. This warning applies to Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Morgan, Marshall, Jackson, DeKalb and Cullman counties. The NWS warns: "Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold." Marshall County weather radar .oembed-asset-photo-image { width: 100%; } What are NWS meteorologists saying? At 2:09 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: " WHAT: Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 across Northern Alabama. WHERE: Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Alabama. WHEN: For the first Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 8 a.m. CST Saturday. For the second Freeze Warning, from midnight Saturday Night to 8 a.m. CST Sunday. IMPACTS: Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing." What is a freeze warning? A Freeze Warning is issued when surface temperatures are expected to drop below freezing (32 degrees or lower) over a large area for an extended period, regardless of whether frost is expected to form. A Frost Advisory is issued when frost is likely and when temperatures are forecast to drop to 33-36 degrees with clear

Marshall County, AL · 2h

The Gadsden Times

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Gadsden holiday guide features lights and parades

Holiday lights, ice skating, shopping and a Christmas parade are among the events planned in Gadsden during the 2026 Christmas season. Activities begin in November and continue into January, with Christmas at the Falls at Noccalula Falls Park and Christmas on the Coosa along the city's riverfront serving as two of the season's largest attractions. Here's a look at Christmas events scheduled in Gadsden: Christmas at the Falls Christmas at the Falls returns to Noccalula Falls Park, 1500 Noccalula Road, beginning Friday, Nov. 13. The annual attraction features millions of holiday lights, illuminated gardens and Christmas displays throughout the park. General admission includes admission to the park and one standard train ride. Children 3 and younger are admitted free. Tickets are $12 to $18, and guests choose a one-hour arrival window between 4 and 8 p.m. The park closes at 10 p.m. An express train pass for up to two guests is available for an additional $15. The event runs through Jan. 2, 2027, and will be closed Nov. 16-19 and Dec. 24-25. Santa and the "Mean One" will make appearances on select dates. Mistletoe Market Holiday shoppers can visit the Mistletoe Market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov.

Gadsden, AL · 3d

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593 jobs at risk as Children’s Place plansto close Fort Payne distribution center

Company cites financial difficulties; closing set for Jan. 5 unless a buyer steps in. Nearly 600 North Alabama workers could lose their jobs early next year after The Children’s Place told employees it plans to close its Fort Payne distribution center. The children’s clothing retailer expects to lay off...

Fort Payne, AL · 3d

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Giant Hot Dog on Wheels Rolls Through North Alabama This Week, Hits Birmingham Saturday

A 27-foot hot dog on wheels is about to cruise through North Alabama, and it's making stops in Gadsden, Boaz, and Birmingham over three days. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be spotted across the region from Thursday through Saturday, giving locals a rare chance to snap photos with one of the most recognizable vehicles in American food marketing.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

The Mount Airy News

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Carroll officials more open to data center after visiting one in Alabama

Data centers have been front-and-center in both local and national debate, including just across the border in Virginia, where opposition to a proposed data center there has been widespread, including among some county officials. But a few county officials, along with residents, who generally opposed such centers may be changing their minds after several visited a Google-owned data center in Jackson County, Alabama. A public hearing regarding the recently adopted Emergency Data Center Ordinance occurred at the beginning of a recent Board of Supervisors meeting in Carroll County, with the goal of making the emergency ordinance permanent. The Data Center Ordinance was formulated to place restrictions on data centers locating in the county and includes limits to water consumption, noise pollution and places strict decommissioning requirements on facilities after they close. Delilah Brady spoke during the public hearing portion of the meeting and requested that the supervisors adapt the emergency data center ordinance and make it a permanent part of the county code. The Data Center Ordinance was subsequently adopted by a unanimous vote of the board. Google has expressed an interest in locating a data center on a piece of property owned by a private landowner near the Wildwood

Jackson County, AL · 2d

The Gadsden Times

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Jacksonville State football coach Charles Kelly against new CFP format

JACKSONVILLE — Starting in 2027, the College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams, but what does that mean for teams like Jacksonville State football? According to the CFP release, there won't be any new spots created for the now Group of 6. There will be one spot for the highest-ranked team from the American, Conference USA, MAC, Mountain West, Pac-12 or Sun Belt. That continues a change from before the 2026 season that guaranteed bids to the four power conference champions and the highest ranked Group of Six team, instead of the five highest ranked conference champions, regardless of conference. While coach Charles Kelly sees advantage in scheduling, he doesn't seem to be in favor of an expanded playoffs, at least one that doesn't include all conference champions. "I think there may be some advantages for us in scheduling, that's the advantage that I see," Kelly said. "It's unfortunate that it's going to be the only sport in NCAA that doesn't take a conference champion. All other sports, conference champions have an opportunity to compete in the championship tournament, why we came up with that I don't know." Kelly continued to decry the new playoff format, saying he was

Jacksonville, AL · 2d

The Associated Press

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Thomas scores 17 to help No. 8 Houston to a 92-46 win over Jacksonville State

HOUSTON (AP) — Dedan Thomas Jr. had 17 points and seven assists, Mercy Miller added 15 points and No. 8 Houston defeated Jacksonville State 92-46 on Wednesday night. Chendall Weaver had 10 points off the bench for Houston (3-0). The Cougars shot 54% from the field and were 7 of 22 from 3-point distance. Houston outrebounded Jacksonville State 46-26 and had a 36-10 advantage in points in the paint. The Cougars got 43 bench points, led by Weaver, and shot 27 for 32 from the line. Naas Cunningham scored 13 points, and Jordan Stiemke added 10 for Jacksonville State (1-2). The Gamecocks shot 27%, including 7 of 26 from distance. Houston jumped out to a 22-3 lead on four straight free throws by Weaver with 12 minutes left in the first half. Jacksonville State answered with nine straight points, cutting its deficit to 10 points on a jumper by Leon Horner with 8 ½ minutes remaining in the half. But, the Cougars responded with 16-5 outburst for a 38-17 lead on two free throws by Thomas with 4 ½ minutes to go in the half. Houston led 43-23 at the break. Up next Jacksonville State: Hosts UAB on Saturday. Houston:

Jacksonville, AL · 1d

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Honda retools Alabama plant for hybrid engines in $472 million expansion

Lincoln factory gets its biggest Line 1 overhaul since 2001 as Honda shifts U.S. production toward hybrids. Honda’s Alabama Auto Plant in Lincoln is getting one of the most significant renovations in its 25-year history as the automaker pivots toward hybrid vehicles. In a Nov. 9 announcement, Honda said...

Lincoln, AL · 3d

The Montgomery Advertiser

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Children’s Place to close 5 Alabama stores, distribution center

The Children’s Place is closing stores and warehouse operations in Alabama as the children’s clothing retailer works through bankruptcy and looks for a buyer. Five Alabama stores are on the closure list. The list also includes a distribution center and five warehouse properties. The closures could significantly impact Alabama workers. A state WARN notice lists 593 employees affected by a planned closure involving Children’s Place Distribution in Fort Payne. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Nov. 8, 2026, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the retailer is going out of business . The Children’s Place is seeking a buyer and says its stores and online operations remain open during the process. Here’s what to know about the Alabama store and warehouse closing list and what’s next for the retailer. Is the Children’s Place closing all stores? The Children’s Place is undergoing a major restructuring after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 8. The company is pursuing a sale of its business but has acknowledged that some store closures will be necessary as it evaluates its operations. All the company’s stores and e-commerce sites remain open for now, according to the retailer’s bankruptcy announcement. The company says its goal

Alabama · 21h

The Gadsden Times

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Previewing the top Round 2 AHSAA high school football games in Gadsden, plus predictions

High school football postseason has returned to the Gadsden area , and there are plenty of big-time matchups set for Round 1 this weekend. Nine Gadsden teams are left in the postseason, after six teams saw their season come to a close. Just two of those teams are in Etowah County with Etowah traveling to Plainview and Westbrook Christian hosting Whitesburg Christian, with a chance to advance to the Private A semifinals on the line. Each week of the season, Gadsden Times sports reporter Maxwell Donaldson has picked and previewed games in the area. This week, he takes a look at each game in Etowah County and picks 10 others. Max went 12-3 on his Round 1 picks, moving to 53-16 this season. Game of the Week: Collinsville (9-2) at Piedmont (10-1) What Ernie Willingham said: "(Piedmont) got a good team. They are really really fast. They played a tough schedule so they are battle tested. They can throw it and run, really fast on offense and defense. They are a really good team." What Jonathan Miller said: "They are a veteran team. They got a very good skill group on offense. A lot of experience on that side of

Gadsden, AL · 2d

The Cullman Tribune

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Jacobs proclaims Nov. 17 Retired Teachers’ Day in Cullman

CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs presented a proclamation on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, declaring Nov. 17, 2026, Retired Teachers’ Day in the city of Cullman. Retired educators Dr. Tomesa Smith, Susan Sellers, Lisa Hullett and Mary Ellen Pinion were present to accept the proclamation on behalf of the Cullman Education Retirees Association (CERA). The proclamation recognizes the important role public education has played in the growth, success and character of Cullman, as well as the dedicated educators who have helped shape generations of local residents. Throughout their careers, Cullman’s teachers and education professionals have devoted countless hours to educating, encouraging and inspiring students, helping prepare them to become responsible residents, community leaders and productive members of society. As stated in the proclamation, “The influence of these dedicated educators extends far beyond the classroom, as their guidance, compassion and commitment have helped prepare generations of Cullman’s young people to become responsible citizens, community leaders and productive members of society.” During the presentation, Jacobs spent time talking with the retired educators about their experiences in education, their years of service and the many changes they have seen throughout their careers. “We appreciate everything our retired teachers have done for our children

Cullman, AL · 1d