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Huntsville's 'Spellbound' returns with adults-only Halloween adventure at Botanical Garden
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville Botanical Garden is bringing back its adults-only Halloween experience this month, with Spellbound returning Oct. 21-25 and Oct. 28-31. The nighttime event is open to guests 21 and older and transforms parts of the Garden with dramatic lighting, seasonal decorations, special effects, live performers and themed environments.
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Pet of the Week: Finn has a smile to share and a lap to find
CULLMAN, Ala. – Finn’s idea of a good place to settle is wherever you happen to be. If your lap is available, even better. Finn, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is an approximately 2-year-old Australian Shepherd mix available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal Shelter. With medium energy, a welcoming smile and an affectionate personality, this amiable fellow is eager to make a connection. He forms bonds readily and finds comfort in being close to his person. His playful antics and enthusiasm for life add to his charm, giving someone looking for a companion plenty to smile about. For all his entertaining ways, Finn’s desire to be near you is what stands out. He could be a loving match for someone who enjoys an affectionate dog and is happy to make room for a little lap time. Finn’s adoption fee is $130 and includes neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. To learn more about Finn or meet him, visit the Cullman County Animal Shelter at 935 Convent Road NE. The shelter is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Contact the shelter at 256-734-5448 or cullmananimalshelter@co.cullman.al.us. If Finn already been adopted, don’t worry! Many more pets are waiting
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Pasta from scratch: Agriplex pop-up kitchen class serves up fall flavors
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flour, eggs and a little patience turned into a fall feast Thursday evening, Oct. 8, as the North Alabama Agriplex hosted “Pasta from Scratch,” part of its Fall Pop-Up Kitchen Series. The class, held from 6-8 p.m. in the Agriplex’s teaching kitchen at 1714 Tally Ho St. SW, was led by Sarah Evans of Alabama Pasta Company. “We are here tonight learning how to make a rustic pasta with a harvest vegetable cream sauce,” Evans said. From flour to fork Guests gathered around stainless steel work tables, each starting with just four ingredients: two-thirds of a cup of flour, one egg, a small drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a shake of salt. Following the class recipe, participants made a well in the flour, cracked the egg into the center and used a fork to whisk the egg and slowly work in the flour. Once the dough came together, they kneaded it by hand for about five minutes, pressing a thumb into the dough to check that it bounced back before letting it rest. From there, the dough was rolled out into a thin, even layer, rolled into a log and sliced into small pieces, which
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UNA, Auburn among Billboard’s top Music Business Schools list
For the second straight year, a pair of Alabama colleges were ranked among Billboard’s best music business schools across the country. Auburn University and the University of North Alabama were both back on the list after first appearing in 2025. Billboard created their rankings based on industry recommendations, alumni information, years of reporting on educational options and information requested from the schools themselves.
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Cullman Today launches Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest presented by First National Bank of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Calling all fur babies! Cullman Today is inviting pet owners across Cullman County to dress up their furry friends for the Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Contest, presented by First National Bank of Cullman. All pets are welcome to enter. To participate, snap a photo of your pet in costume and send it in a message to Cullman Today on Facebook by Wednesday, Oct. 28. The winner will be announced Friday, Oct. 30, and will take home a surprise, pet-inspired swag bag courtesy of First National Bank of Cullman. Whether your pup is a pumpkin, your cat is a vampire or your bunny is a witch, we want to see your best Halloween looks! To enter, find Cullman Today on Facebook and send your photo through Messenger.
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Huntsville airport receives $1.9 million ALDOT grant for new storage facility
The Huntsville International Airport received a $1.9 million grant from the Alabama Department of Transportation to construct a dedicated storage facility for the airport’s winter weather snow-removal equipment fleet. What to know about this new storage facility. The ALDOT grant will fund a 10,800-square-foot, pre-engineered metal building that will...
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Beignets & Brew plans Cullman location with drive-through
CULLMAN, Ala. – Beignets & Brew plans to open a Cullman shop, bringing its New Orleans-style beignets and specialty coffee to Second Avenue Northwest with drive-through service. The company lists the location at 1269 Second Ave. NW, Suite J, as “Coming Soon” on its website. An opening date has not been posted on the Cullman location page. The shop is planned for Redstone Marketplace, the shopping center along U.S. Highway 31 near 12th Way North. The development is anchored by Redstone Federal Credit Union. Founded in Destin, Florida, Beignets & Brew specializes in beignets, fried pastries often served warm and covered in powdered sugar. The company says its beignets are handcrafted and made fresh to order. Its menu includes traditional beignets, bite-sized portions and specialty versions with Nutella, cinnamon sugar or cinnamon roll icing. Turtle beignets feature caramel, cream cheese, chocolate and pecans, with dipping sauces such as blueberry, buttercream, caramel and chocolate also available. The drink menu ranges from drip coffee, café au lait and cold brew to espresso drinks, including a Biscoff cookie butter latte and salted caramel mocha latte. Teas and smoothies are also listed. For customers looking for more than pastries, the company offers breakfast croissants
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Phish is known for their epic live performances which take their Frank Zappa-meets-Steely-Dan sound, as heard on signature songs like “Sample in a Jar,” “Farmhouse,” and “Bouncing Around the Room,” on improvisational excursions. Their shows also boast cutting-edge visuals courtesy of longtime lighting designer, Chris Kuroda. Led by guitar wizard Trey Anastasio, Phish played their first-ever shows in Huntsville in 2023, also a two-nighter at Orion. The band has history in North Alabama. They re
Phish returns to Orion for the beloved band's second ever trip to the Rocket City.
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Mill Creek Preserve officially opens in Madison
MADISON – The efforts that began 20 years ago have paid dividends as the Mill Creek Nature Preserve was officially opened Oct. 2 with a ceremony held at the Balch Road Trailhead at the historic Gray Cemetery located just north of the Chelsea Park subdivision. The project has been...
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Gurley groundbreaking kicks off month of Singing River Trail milestones
The Singing River Trail (SRT) is marking several milestones across North Alabama this October, including trail development, community planning, new signage and the launch of an AI trail guide. Since […] The post Gurley groundbreaking kicks off month of Singing River Trail milestones appeared first on 256 Today .
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Hartselle native to present opera concert in Decatur
Hartselle native and soprano Hailey Beard recently returned to North Alabama and will perform an opera concert Oct. 23 at 6 p.m., at the Church of the Good Shepherd, 3809 Spring Ave. in Decatur. Beard will be accompanied by internationally acclaimed pianist Joseph Lionel Fleetwood. The concert is presented in...
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Rock The South 2026 food: Delicious fried catfish and a $15 sweet tea
No one comes to Rock The South for the food – fans flock to this popular festival for an epic weekend of live country music. Still, there were good eats to be had at Rock The South 2026 in Decatur, which wrapped Sunday night with a headlining musical performance by Alabama native Riley Green. This was the 15-year-old, Cullman-founded fest’s first time in its new home of Decatur, Alabama.
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Singing River Trail opens a mile of new trail development
Officials with Singing River Trail joined the Town of Gurley and community partners for a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, October 5, celebrating approximately one mile of new trail development in Gurley. The project is supported by a Transportation Alternatives Program grant and will help connect downtown Gurley with the community’s...