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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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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 · 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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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
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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 · 20h

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

ABC 33/40 News

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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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This Gigantic Alabama Furniture Store Has More Treasures Than You Could Explore In A Day

If you’ve ever walked into a furniture store, spent eleven minutes looking at the same three sofas, and left feeling vaguely hopeless, then Alabama Furniture Market in Calera, Alabama is about to completely change your perspective. This is the kind of place that makes furniture shopping feel less like...

Calera, AL · 5d

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

Yellowhammer News

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Black Belt native Taylor Hunnicutt has a mission to put Alabama music on the map

When Taylor Hunnicutt took a waitressing job at a blues juke joint near the University of Montevallo, she wasn’t exactly planning her future in music. She was a college student carrying plates who happened to make friends with the musicians coming through to play. Then one night, they invited her to sit in. “It was […] The post Black Belt native Taylor Hunnicutt has a mission to put Alabama music on the map appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 2d

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“Historic Resting Places of Alabama: Cemeteries and Graveyard Around the State” by Mollie Smith Waters

Her theory is that cemeteries hold the keys for understanding place, an ideal quality of guidebooks intent on attracting visitors to the state and educating them about its distant and recent past. And her methodology for choosing cemeteries based on their historical “eternal residents,” architectural features, folklore, and legends makes for an effective and intriguing narrative, painting Alabama in all her complexity. Whether you are moderately curious about cemeteries and burial rituals or a devotee of discovering overlooked and underappreciated cultural sites, this guide is a perfect place to begin.

Alabama · 1d

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Mountain Brook Art Association holiday show moves to new venue

The Mountain Brook Art Association will host its Holiday Small Works Art Show on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Mountain Brook Presbyterian Church. The annual show focuses on original two-dimensional artwork sized for gift giving and home display. Participating artists may...

Mountain Brook, AL · 1d

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Birmingham Ditches Ensley Tower Plan for Library After Developer's Death Stalls It

More than a decade after neighboring businesses first sued over a crumbling tower in downtown Ensley, Birmingham is abandoning its plan for a five-story commercial building at the Ramsay-McCormack site and proposing a public library instead. The pivot comes after the death of the developer leading the project and years of missed construction deadlines, with a circuit court judge now giving the city 60 days to return with an update on its new plan.

Birmingham, AL · 4d

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CC of Birmingham’s Eshleman becomes PGA vice president

LAS VEGAS — Country Club of Birmingham Director of Golf Eric Eshleman continued his ascent toward the presidency of the PGA of America this week when he succeeded Nathan Charnes as vice president. Charnes was elected as the 45th President of the PGA of America at the association’s 110th...

Birmingham, AL · 3d

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UAB’s ‘Cabaret’ opens Nov. 11 at Alys Stephens Center

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - UAB Theatre is bringing “Cabaret” to the stage Nov. 11–15 at the Alys Stephens Center’s Sirote Theatre. Set in 1930s Berlin, the musical follows American writer Cliff Bradshaw and cabaret performer Sally Bowles as they navigate love and nightlife amid the rise of the Nazi Party.

Birmingham, AL · 1d

Only In Tuscaloosa

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You Can Now Listen to Christmas Music Around the Clock in Alabama

Catfish 100.1 has traded Classic Country for nonstop Christmas favorites across West Alabama through December 25.

Alabama · 4d

Alabama's 42

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Concerts coming to Birmingham area in November

The year is nearing its end, but music lovers in the Birmingham area still have plenty of chances to see a show in 2026.

Birmingham, AL · 5d

ABC 33/40 News

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Christmas Village Festival underway at BJCC through Sunday

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Christmas Village Festival is back at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, with more than 700 vendors and holiday shopping through Sunday, Nov. 8. The festival is celebrating its 45th year. Shoppers can browse holiday gifts, decorations, food and handmade items. Santa Claus is scheduled to appear...

Birmingham, AL · 4d

AL.com

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Alabama marching band has new director and fervent support from mentors

Central High School Falcons' marching band has been under the leadership of Frederick Baptiste since July 2026.

Alabama · 3d