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9 Historic Soda Fountains Across the U.S. That Refused to Close
Many of America's legendary eating spots have faded into history, including the famous Horn & Hardart Automats, which served millions through glass walls before closing for the last time in 1991. But the soda fountain and the lunch counter have fared better. A handful still pull phosphates, scoop house-made ice cream, and fry burgers on […]
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Halloween events from Oct. 27-31
Tuesday, Oct. 27 WildWater Trunk-or-Treat will feature treats, costume contests and music from 5-7 p.m. located at 1707 Main Ave SW. Holly Pond High School will hold Broncos Trick-or-Treat at the school’s parking lot beginning at 5:30 p.m. Fairview Elementary School’s third annual trunk or treat will last from 5-7 p.m. located at 700 Wesley Ave N. Downtown Cullman Ghost Walk at Sipsey Winery located at 112 Clark St. NE will begin at 7 p.m. This is a fundraising event and proceeds will go to Paws Up Rescue. For ticket details visit https://tinyurl.com/3tukxwtk . Wednesday, Oct. 28 Grumpy’s Down Under Halloween Party will be held at the restaurant located at 402 Fifth St. SW from 7-11 p.m. In addition to their Wednesday karaoke night, Grumpy’s will have drink specials and a cash prize costume contest to those who place first, second and third place. First United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat will take place at 320 Third St. SE beginning at 6 p.m. Candy-filled trunks, costumes, inflatables and outdoor games are available to the public. Sacred Heart Catholic Church will hold its Halos for Halloween Trunk-or-Treat from 6-8 p.m. at the Family Life Center at 112 Second Ave. SE. This
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Billy Strings Live At The Orion Amphitheater, Huntsville – 23rd October 2026
Billy Strings has played the Orion a bunch of times now, and he sells it out pretty much every time he comes through. Friday was the first of two nights, and his people showed up like they always do. Half the fun of a Billy show is the crowd. His...
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Velvet Page to host ACOTAR release party at Karma’s Coffee House
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Velvet Page will host an “A Court of Thorns and Roses” (ACOTAR) release party at Karma’s Coffee House on Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 6:30–8:30 a.m. to celebrate the release of the next book in the wildly popular series by Sarah J. Maas. Velvet Page Owner Ema Sargent said she is thrilled about the event and the release of this book. “Readers can expect ACOTAR-inspired specialty drinks from Karma’s Coffee House, a pop-up bookstore featuring a limited number of copies of the new release and a selection of ACOTAR-themed merchandise,” Sargent said. “Pre-orders will also be available for those who want to secure their copy ahead of time.” This event is a collaboration between The Velvet Page and Karma’s Coffee House, bringing two local businesses together to celebrate a major release in the book community. “The ACOTAR series has such a passionate fanbase, and we’re excited to create an experience where local readers can come together, celebrate a series they love and connect with other fans,” Sargent said. “We hope to make the release feel like a special occasion for our local book community. Thanks to the community for the interest in the event! I’m looking forward
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Valley Conservatory: Harmonizing history, community, and generational legacy for nearly three decades in Huntsville
Inside the walls of the Valley Conservatory, music is far more than just notes written on a page, it is a lifelong journey, a community anchor, and a generational legacy that has helped shape the cultural soundtrack of North Alabama for nearly 30 years. Established in April 1998, the Black-owned...
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ACOTAR Star Light with Sips n Strokes Cullman Oct. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Calling all fantasy readers! On Tuesday, Oct. 27, “A Court of Splintered Harmony” by Sarah J. Maas will be released. The book is the sixth in the “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series. The first book follows Feyre Archeron, 19, who ventures into the woods to hunt and scavenge for food for herself and her family. Though everything changes when she uses her bow and arrow to shoot an unusual wolf. The night before the release, on Monday, Oct. 26, Sips n Strokes Cullman will have a “Star Light” painting session. The class will include painting a scene very similar to that of the book series. The scene will depict a mountain with three stars atop each peak towering in the distance with a gleaming city in the foreground. Bring all of your bookish knowledge about the series and enjoy an evening among fellow Maasverse enthusiasts! Registration is required: https://sipsnstrokescullman.rezclick.com The class will begin at 6:15 p.m. at Sips N Strokes Cullman located on 102 First Ave. NE.
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New $50,000 disc golf course in the works for Point Mallard Park
Disc golf enthusiasts in Decatur will have a brand-new way to play come the spring of 2027!. An 18-hole course is coming to the northeast woodlands of Point Mallard Park, made possible by a $50,000 grant from State Senator Arthur Orr. Local city crews will be responsible for designing and installing the course.
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GALLERY: Heritage Cup Knockout Round’s final match underway Normandy Lake
MANCHESTER, Tenn. – Three teams hit Normandy Lake for the first time for Knockout Match 2 of the Toyota Heritage Cup Presented by OFF!® Deep Woods® Repellents, but only two will advance to tomorrow’s Championship Round at this Starlink Team Series Presented by Bass Pro Shops event. Since this is new water for today’s teams, it took some time to unlock Normandy Lake; but once they dialed it in the race was on to stay above the elimination line.
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Ardmore Public Library’s Third Annual Fall Festival Is Saturday
Fall fun, family activities and community spirit will take center stage Saturday, Oct. 24, as the Ardmore Public Library hosts its Third Annual Scarecrow Trail and Fall Festival at John Barnes Park from 1-6 p.m. Presented by the Friends of the Ardmore Public Library, this year’s free-admission event will feature...
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River Clay Fine Arts Festival Kicks Off in Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. (WAFF) - The 11th annual River Clay Fine Arts Festival kicks off in Decatur this weekend. Alana Jones, owner of the Vintage Rose in downtown Decatur, said she is excited to see new faces in her store over the weekend. This is her first year operating during the festival.
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Annual St. John’s memorial service Nov. 1
The annual memorial service at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Tuscumbia, will be held on Sunday, November 1, at 3 p.m. The public is invited to attend this All Saints’ Day service of Evening Prayer, which will be conducted from the 1928 Book of Common Prayer by the Rev. Danielle Thompson, Rector of Grace Episcopal Church, Sheffield. The historic church is located at 300 N. Dickson St. (corner of Dickson and Third Streets).
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Union Chapel Singles Ministry Connects Faith and Fellowship
HUNTSVILLE — Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church’s Singles Ministry placed faith, fellowship and personal renewal at the center of an outing announced for Oct. 18 at Cinemark Bridge Street. The church’s weekly announcements invited singles to see “Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul,” describing the gathering as an opportunity...
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All you need to know about the River Clay Fine Arts Festival
DECATUR, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - This weekend, downtown Decatur will host the 11th Annual River Clay Fine Arts Festival! The event features artists from North Alabama, the Southeast region, and across the country!. Kim Mitchell, with the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, came on Tennessee Valley Living to share what...
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From 10 to 40: Florence teacher’s revival turns creative writing into a publishing powerhouse
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - After a decade-long hiatus, a Florence High School English teacher revived the school’s creative writing, going above and beyond to show her students they can be published authors. When the creative writing teacher announced her retirement, English and creative writing teacher Vanessa McCulloch stepped in...
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ROUND TOP FOLK FESTIVAL: Burritt on the Mountain to host the fifth annual event on Nov. 7 celebrating traditional art and music
Burritt on the Mountain invites the community to celebrate Alabama’s rich traditions at the 6th annual Round Top Folk Festival on Saturday, November 7, from 10 am to 4 pm. This event brings history to life with traditional crafts and skills, demonstrations, regional artisans, and local and regional musicians performing throughout the day.
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Carver Commodore is coming to Florence
Halloween and live music are coming together in downtown Florence this week as local alternative indie rock band Carver Commodore prepares to host its annual Creepy Crawly Festival Oct. 22-24. Formed in Florence in 2012, Carver Commodore has five members: Payton Pruitt, Phillip Blevins, Noah Freeman, David Smith and Clayton...
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Red, white, and blue take place over new home to U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The American flag was raised for the first time outside the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum’s new building over the weekend, marking a milestone in the museum’s expansion. The nearly 35,000-square-foot addition, located off Airport Road in south Huntsville, is roughly the length of a...