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Alabama singers advance to Hollywood Week on American Idol
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Multiple Alabama natives are moving on to the next round of American Idol. Brett Carlisle, of Birmingham, Kutter Bradley, of Florence, Kayla Finch, of York, and Kiera Howell, of Geneva, each appeared on the popular singing competition Monday night, earning a spot in Hollywood Week after impressing the judges during his audition.
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Montgomery Symphony to Premiere Freedom-Inspired Work at Davis Theatre on February 9
The Montgomery Symphony Orchestra premieres a new work honoring the spirit of freedom on Monday, February 9 at 7p.m. at the Davis Theatre in Montgomery. Masterworks III: A Time for Jubilee by Nkeiru Okoye is a new MSO-commissioned work honoring the spirit of resilience and freedom. The program also features...
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People Drive From All Over Alabama For The Meat And Three At This Legendary Restaurant
In the heart of Montgomery sits a culinary landmark that doesn’t need flashy signs or trendy gimmicks to draw crowds – just the intoxicating aroma of perfectly seasoned fried chicken and the promise of Southern sides that could make your grandmother jealous. Martin’s Restaurant has mastered the art...
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The Montgomery Art Guild hosts their Members’ Show Sunday
The Montgomery Art Guild hosted their Annual Members’ Show in Montgomery Sunday. Dozens came to the Ware-Farley-Hood House to see many different pieces crafted by talented artists. The reception was free and open to the public, so anyone could come and see all the different pieces of art. The...
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Hundreds crowded Millbrook for the Mardi Gras festival and parade
The largest Mardi Gras celebration north of Mobile happened Saturday in Millbrook. Hundreds came out for all the festivities and fun as the day kicked off with the Mardi Gras festival. There were rides, blow up slides, along with dozens of food vendors and local businesses selling everything from food, clothes, souvenirs, and much more.
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Community Calendar | Week of Feb. 8, 2026
ONGOING — LITTER-ALLY OVER MY EX FUNDRAISER. Care Humane Society is hosting the “Litter-ally Over My Ex” fundraiser, a lighthearted campaign allowing supporters to donate $5 per ex to support animal rescue, adoption, education and compassion efforts. Proceeds benefit the organization’s ongoing work in the community. For more information, visit Care Humane Society’s social media pages or website.
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Alabama’s Legendary Catfish Platters That Nobody Finishes Solo
“Sweet Home Alabama” was playing somewhere in the background, and honestly, it felt appropriate. Because nothing says legendary quite like Alabama’s catfish platters, and these, oh, these were the stuff of local lore. Crispy, golden, and stacked so high they practically challenged gravity, they were the kind of...
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The Fried Chicken At This Humble Restaurant In Alabama Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
There’s a moment when you bite into truly exceptional fried chicken – that perfect crunch giving way to juicy, tender meat – where time seems to stand still. Martin’s Restaurant in Montgomery, Alabama creates these moments with such reliable consistency that locals have been making pilgrimages to this unassuming brick building for generations.