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70 Tiny Trees Take Over Birmingham Botanical Gardens This Weekend, Free to All

Seventy miniature trees, cultivated by more than 20 hobbyists over decades, are on display this weekend at Birmingham Botanical Gardens for the Alabama Bonsai Society's free annual show. The exhibit runs Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with visitors invited to vote for their favorite tree.

Birmingham, AL · 2d
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The Cullman Tribune

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Flourish of Cullman launches ‘Rights in Real Life’ series

CULLMAN, Ala. – In October, local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman launched its online series “Rights in Real Life.” Founder and CEO Melissa Dew told the Tribune the series prompts readers to step into the shoes of those with differing disabilities. Each story ends with, “What would you do?” The question, while simple, has a deeper meaning for Flourish and represents why the nonprofit exists. Dew said asking the question, “What would you do?” helps those with differing abilities have a voice, make choices and be included in everyday life. “As part of our Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accreditation process, we received a recommendation to provide education on individual rights. That helped spark the idea for a series that makes those rights relatable through everyday situations and invites the community into the conversation,” she explained. “Words like ‘dignity,’ ‘independence’ and ‘inclusion’ matter, but stories help us see what those words look like in practice. Sometimes something as simple as assuming someone would not enjoy an outing means they never get the opportunity to decide for themselves. We want readers to pause, consider whose voice is missing and think about how they might respond.” As far as the transparency

Cullman, AL · 1d

The Gadsden Times

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Gadsden City football ending 2026 season with hope for what's ahead

TRUSSVILLE — Sam Sollie and Dylan Perry did about all they could do in Gadsden City football's attempt to pull off a surprise win over Hewitt-Trussville to open the AHSAA playoffs on Friday, Nov. 6. The Titans raced out to an 11-point lead in the second quarter, as Sollie threw for two scores and the Titan defense was able to force back-to-back interceptions to set up the scoring drives. The Titans took a 4-point lead into the half as thoughts of an upset started to go through the visitor sideline. The second half saw a shootout ensue, with Sollie finding Perry on three touchdowns, from 59, 54 and 29 yards out but ultimately Jack Floyd was able to lift the Huskies to a 38-35 win with a three-touchdown night of his own. Sollie threw for 274 yards, 166 of those to Perry as the defense forced three turnovers. "We missed a lot of opportunities tonight," Gadsden City coach Ali Smith said. "I felt like we left a lot of points out there. We missed a lot of tackles, but its things we can build on. Pretty much everyone on the offense and defensive side will be back next year." The

Gadsden, AL · 2d

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John Carroll retires No. 22 jersey in honor of Principal Ronald Steele

John Carroll Catholic High School honored Principal Ronald “Coach” Steele on Oct. 30 by retiring the No. 22 basketball jersey he wore during his standout career with the Cavaliers. Members of the senior class led the celebration, recognizing Steele for his four years as principal as well as...

Birmingham, AL · 1d
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Miles College, Caring for Others Open Ray of Hope Career Closet for Students’ Success

FAIRFIELD — Miles College recently opened the Ray of Hope Career Closet. The closet is a partnership with Caring For Others, Inc., a nonprofit based in Atlanta, that provides students with brand-new professional and business-casual clothing at no cost. More than 100 students and community members attended the grand...

Fairfield, AL · 19h

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Another Strong Cold Front Brings Even Colder Air to Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee Including Birmingham, Jackson, and Nashville Next Weekend

ALABAMA — Another strong cold front is on the horizon for next weekend, and it could deliver an even bigger blast of cold air into Alabama and the Southeast. Model guidance for Friday, November 13, shows well below normal temperatures centered over Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Temperatures could tumble even further than earlier cold snaps this month as November starts showing its winter side.

Alabama · 2d

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From Frost to Flip-Flops: Birmingham Braces for Sunny Warmup

A Frost Advisory remains in effect across central Alabama until 7 a.m. Sunday as Birmingham starts the day under clear skies near 40 degrees. Light winds and the chilly conditions could leave frost on exposed surfaces, putting sensitive outdoor plants at risk if they are not covered. Frost Timing and...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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AP scores, national rankings spotlight Chelsea and Oak Mountain

Students at two Shelby County high schools are bringing home impressive academic numbers this year, with both Chelsea High School and Oak Mountain High School earning recognition among Alabama’s top-performing schools. At Chelsea High School, students completed 664 Advanced Placement exams in 2026, with 43 students earning the highest...

Chelsea, AL · 1d

The Cullman Tribune

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New members of Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame to be honored Nov. 17

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame will induct a new class Tuesday, Nov. 17. The ceremony and dinner will take place at Loft 212, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the event beginning at 6:15. Committee Lead Col. Don Fallin said the mission of the Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (CVHOF) is to pay tribute and recognize the veterans who honorably served the country, display great character and continue a lifetime of service to the country and state. “This will be our fourth year honoring our county veterans and recognizing those who have both served our country and our community with distinction,” Fallin said. “Cullman has over 7,000 veterans and this is our small way to thank them for their service. We are fortunate and thankful for our many local sponsors and business owners’ contributions that allow us to host the event.” Fallin said their committee is composed of members from three service organizations in Cullman: VFW Post 2214, DAV Chapter 101 and American Legion Post 4. “This year we are honoring veterans from several generations – World War II, Vietnam and the Global War on Terror,” Fallin said. “Following dinner, each inductee will be honored

Cullman, AL · 2d

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Trussville mayor to propose budget amendment at next council meeting

Trussville mayor Ben Short recently made an announcement that he will propose a budget amendment at the next city council meeting to allow for several more expenditures, including one for public safety.

Trussville, AL · 1d

The Cullman Tribune

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Laney Hulsey joins Cullman County Public Library to lead ‘Every Chapter Matters’ campaign

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is looking toward the future with its “Every Chapter Matters” capital campaign, an initiative aimed at raising $1 million to support the renovation and expansion of the library while bringing greater awareness to the resources and services it provides to the community. Helping lead those efforts is Laney Hulsey, the library’s new capital campaign marketing & community engagement manager, who hopes to strengthen community connections, encourage involvement and help residents envision what the future of the library could look like. With a background in marketing and advertising, Hulsey brings experience in building relationships, increasing awareness and connecting organizations with the communities they serve. “I really enjoy meeting new people, building connections and finding ways to bring people together,” Hulsey said. “I love having the opportunity to be creative, work with others and be part of something that makes a difference.” Hulsey said the opportunity to combine her professional experience with a project that will benefit Cullman for generations was what initially drew her to the position. “I was especially drawn to the capital campaign because it’s more than your typical marketing position,” she explained. “It’s about bringing people together around a common

Cullman County, AL · 17h

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Birmingham nonprofit launches campaign to distribute medical supplies

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham based organization, HUB Worldwide, is launching its 1′ Million Reasons to Care’ campaign. The nonprofit said hospital beds, mobility devices, and wound care supplies often go unused in hospitals. Officials are asking for the community’s help so those supplies are not thrown away and instead reach people who need them.

Birmingham, AL · 19h

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Samford Bulldogs Basketball Drops Close Contest at UNLV

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The Samford men's basketball team dropped a tight contest at UNLV 88-79 inside of the Thomas & Mack Center on Saturday. Four Bulldogs reached double figures including Cooper Noard (20), Cade Norris (17), Isaiah Campbell-Finch (14), and Will Shaver (14). Shaver added ten rebounds to record his first-double-double of the season. Ty Davis dished out six assists.

Homewood, AL · 1d

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Auburn struggles against the UAB Blazers in its final exhibition, losing 11-6.

AUBURN, Ala. — Auburn baseball closed its fall exhibition schedule Friday night with an 11-6 loss to the University of Alabama at Birmingham at Plainsman Park. Despite a back-and-forth battle through eight innings, the Tigers struggled to contain the Blazers' late offensive surge, allowing 6 runs over the final two innings.

Auburn, AL · 2d

Yellowhammer News

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Techstars EnergyTech Accelerator brings 8 new innovators to Birmingham – building on 68 startups backed since 2019

Since launching in 2019, Techstars Alabama EnergyTech has quietly built a bridge between early-stage founders and the industrial backbone of the Southeast. Now entering its seventh year, the 13-week program is run in partnership with Alabama Power, Innovate Alabama and the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama. It has backed 68 startups from around the globe. The goal is straightforward: […] The post Techstars EnergyTech Accelerator brings 8 new innovators to Birmingham – building on 68 startups backed since 2019 appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Knights of Columbus to distribute coats to North Alabama children

HUNTSVILLE – Just in time for dropping temperatures, area Knights of Columbus councils will distribute coats to children in need across North Alabama in the coming weeks through their annual Coats for Kids initiative. Representatives from eight councils from Huntsville, Gadsden, Guntersville, Cullman, Fort Payne, Decatur, and Florence gathered...

Huntsville, AL · 1d

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Birmingham’s High Dive HiFi Lounge named 2026 Best New Restaurant in Alabama

We’re no strangers here at Bham Now when it comes to celebrating new restaurants opening in the Greater Birmingham Area. We’ve had several openings in the last year that have been impactful on Birmingham’s dining scene, but a staff favorite remains High Dive HiFi Lounge in Birmingham’s Lakeview District.

Birmingham, AL · 5h