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Local Gadsden woman hits 100th birthday — with many stories to tell

Mable Christine “Tillie” Yunker Griffin was born on Oct. 24, 1926 in a small Nashville, Tennessee house — and she has faced all kinds of one-of-a-kind ventures since then. The Gadsden resident officially celebrated her 100th birthday two weeks ago on Oct. 24, 2026, surrounded by her...

Gadsden, AL · 3d
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The first public well in Gadsden

Gadsden’s first public well was located at what is now Broad and First Streets — on the bluff overlooking the Coosa River — according to the legend handed down by the earliest settlers here. The well was sunk there in order to provide water for both man...

Gadsden, AL · 3d
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AL.com

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Grammy-winning rapper and his family to perform at these 3 Alabama HBCUs

A Grammy-winning hip hop legend is making his way to two Alabama HBCUs this month. T.I. will be the Grand Marshal for the Tuskegee Homecoming parade, which begins at the Lincoln Gates at 9 a.m. Nov. 7. Afterward, the rapper will head to Cleve L. Abbott Memorial Alumni Stadium where he will join the Marching Crimson Pipers Band for a halftime performance during the homecoming football showdown against Miles College. Kickoff is set for 2 p.m. Tickets for both the game and parking are available online.

Tuskegee, AL · 3d
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Country Herald

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Alabama Holiday Alert: $2,500 Prize for Watching Movies

Alabama residents can enter a Christmas movie contest offering $2,500 cash and a charity donation.

Alabama · 16h

hooversun.com

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Market Noel coming to Finley Center in November

The Junior League of Birmingham is gearing up to host Market Noel Nov. 18-21 at the Finley Center in Hoover. “People may come to Market Noel because it gets them ready for the holidays,” said Shanika Gibson, president of the Junior League of Birmingham. “They may come because they are discovering new vendors. Maybe it is part of their holiday tradition with friends, and we love all of that. But every person who walks through those doors is also making an investment in Birmingham.”

Birmingham, AL · 1d

The Cullman Tribune

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The Cullman Tribune invites community to ‘Cocoa, Cookies and Claus’ Dec. 5

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune is inviting the community to celebrate the holiday season with a little Christmas cheer at its upcoming “Cocoa, Cookies and Claus” event on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The free event will take place at The Cullman Tribune office, located at 219 Second Ave. SE in Cullman, and will offer families an opportunity to enjoy a festive afternoon with The Tribune crew. Guests can stop by for hot chocolate and cookies while visiting with Santa Claus. Families will also have the opportunity to receive a free photo with Santa, taken by a Tribune photographer, or capture their own special holiday memories. As a way of giving back to the community that supports the newspaper throughout the year, The Tribune is offering the event as a small token of appreciation. “This is our Christmas gift to the community.” Whether stopping in for a quick photo with Santa or staying to enjoy a cup of cocoa and some holiday treats, everyone is invited to join in the festivities. The Cullman Tribune looks forward to welcoming families, friends and neighbors for an afternoon of Christmas fun. Event details What: Cocoa, Cookies and Claus When: Saturday,

Cullman, AL · 21h

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 · 1d

AL.com

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Historic Birmingham silos became giant soda cans, transformed downtown’s skyline

The timing coincides with Buffalo Rock’s 125th anniversary and 75 years as a Pepsi bottler in 2026.

Birmingham, AL · 2d

The Birmingham Free Press

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Birmingham Pivots to Library at Ramsay-McCormack Site, Leaving Landmark’s Replacement Unbuilt

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham is proposing a public library for the site of Ensley’s demolished Ramsay-McCormack Building, abandoning plans for a commercial development intended to echo the landmark that dominated... The post Birmingham Pivots to Library at Ramsay-McCormack Site, Leaving Landmark’s Replacement Unbuilt appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Birmingham, AL · 2d

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Birmingham proposes $444K to bring social workers into public libraries

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — People struggling with homelessness, mental health challenges or other personal crises could soon find additional help at Birmingham's public libraries under a proposed $444,000 partnership with UAB. The city is considering placing four full-time social workers in public libraries to connect people with housing assistance,...

Birmingham, AL · 1d

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Need to Know: 2026 Veterans Day Parade

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - The 2026 48 News Veterans Day Parade will be held on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 A.M. Before the parade, attendees will be able to enjoy music performed by the 60-piece Huntsville Concert Band as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the landings in Normandy, France, on “D” Day. The pre-parade show will begin at 10 A.M. at 200 Monroe Street, in front of the Veterans Memorial Park.

Huntsville, AL · 18h

AL.com

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Huntsville makes decision on historic train depot Roundhouse as questions about aging facility remain

The Huntsville City Council voted to allow the EarlyWorks Museums Board to continue to operate the Roundhouse on the city’s historic train depot property for the next five years. Earlworks will operate the Roundhouse while the city continues to masterplan how to utilize the seven-acre depot site which includes...

Huntsville, AL · 3d

256 Today

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Madison’s Hometown Studio, Huntsville’s Grammy’s House add to North Alabama’s growing craft scene

Earlier this year, viral videos across social media showcased makers unpacking their analog bags full of journals, books and hands-on arts and crafts. This popularized alternative to screen consumption has […] The post Madison’s Hometown Studio, Huntsville’s Grammy’s House add to North Alabama’s growing craft scene appeared first on 256 Today .

Huntsville, AL · 1d

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The Heart of Madison: Revitalizing a Historic Downtown

For generations, America’s downtowns have served as the heart of their communities—places where neighbors gather, businesses flourish, and local history becomes part of everyday life. But as cities grow and development expands outward, maintaining those historic centers can become increasingly challenging. In Madison, this new initiative is looking...

Madison, AL · 4d

WAFF

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Reenactors bring veterans’ history to life at Huntsville museum

Among the reenactors were two portraying Civil War soldiers, who taught children about their weapons and life during the conflict.

Huntsville, AL · 2d

The Cullman Tribune

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Cullman graduate Paul Callan helps redesign schools he once attended

CULLMAN, Ala. – Architect Paul Callan is helping redesign some of the same school buildings where he once attended classes, including the space where he studied drafting at Cullman High School. Callan, a 1989 Cullman High graduate, is a senior project manager at Hoover-based Lathan McKee Architects. His work with Cullman City Schools includes renovations at Cullman Middle School, the new Cullman Intermediate School at the former West Elementary campus and the STEM and Career Tech Center at Cullman High. Callan attended East Elementary and Cullman Middle School before graduating from Cullman High and earning an architecture degree from Auburn University. His return to the district began when Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and the school board selected his firm to work on the Cullman Middle School renovation. “It was a school I had attended many years before, and it was virtually unchanged from the classrooms where I was taught, the locker-lined hallways I had roamed and the gymnasium where I had played,” Callan said. A campus tour brought back memories but also revealed the need to update the facilities. The project replaced outdated spaces and added classrooms and other amenities while working within the existing campus. Callan said his experience on

Cullman, AL · 3d

WAFF

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Reenactors bring veterans’ history to life at Huntsville museum

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Visitors got a hands-on history lesson at the Huntsville Veterans Museum Saturday as reenactors shared stories of local veterans dating back to the Revolutionary War. Among the reenactors were two portraying Civil War soldiers, who taught children about their weapons and life during the conflict. One...

Huntsville, AL · 2d

WAFF

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Under the Christmas Tree underway

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - The 42nd annual ‘Under the Christmas Tree’ event is underway at the Von Braun Center! The three-day market features dozens of merchants offering jewelry, gourmet foods, clothing, and more. Elizabeth Crampsey, with Randolph School, joined Tennessee Valley Living to share more about...

Huntsville, AL · 3d

The Cullman Tribune

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Baileyton’s Harvest at the Park brings a Stars Hollow kind of magic to Cullman County

BAILEYTON, Ala. – Some towns hold festivals. Baileyton, it turns out, holds its people close. On Saturday, Oct. 31, Baileyton Town Park filled with hay bales and painted pumpkins, bounce houses and classic cars, sack races and sunflowers for the town’s first-ever Harvest at the Park. Neighbors wandered between vendor tents. Children raced from the merry-go-round to the Fun Zone. A principal took the plunge in a dunk tank for a good cause. And as the sun went down, the trunks opened and the candy came out. For anyone walking in for the first time, it felt a little like stepping into a storybook town, the kind of place where everybody knows your name and the whole community turns out for every season. That was exactly the point. Finding Stars Hollow in Baileyton When Baileyton Council members Kaleigha Fitch and Taran Garrison sat down to plan the town’s first Harvest at the Park, they shared the same vision: they wanted it to feel like Stars Hollow, the fictional hometown from the TV show “Gilmore Girls,” famous for its cozy town square, its quirky traditions and the way the whole community shows up for one another. They had just two months

Baileyton, AL · 4d

WHNT News 19

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Von Braun Center lights its first Christmas tree

The Von Braun Center kicked off the season with a holiday party and the lighting of its inaugural Christmas tree.

Huntsville, AL · 3d