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A1a tribute band Alabama News
‘Parrothead Party’ features Buffett tribute band A1A in Gadsden on May 11

A taste of the Florida Keys is coming to Gadsden with the official Jimmy Buffett tribute band, A1A on May 11.

Nova C lunar lander Alabama News
Lunar experiment of Sylacauga native, Auburn grad Beckham on track for moon landing February 22

The lunarized personal gear was developed by Haskell “Hack” Beckham, a graduate of Sylacauga High School and Auburn University.

Kodileepiano Alabama News
‘America’s Got Talent’ winner Kodi Lee at Birmingham’s Boutwell February 29

Kodi Lee, the winner of ‘America’s Got Talent,’ performs in Birmingham on Thursday, Feb. 29 at Boutwell Auditorium.

Nexus cinema Alabama News
Drive-in theaters in the 1950s, dine-in theaters now

The online entertainment guide, Mashed, now spotlights a dine-in theater in Alabama, Nexus Cinema Dining in Mobile.

Eat a peach Alabama News
‘Eat A Peach’ — Allman Brothers tribute band in Columbiana March 1

A tribute to the Allman Brothers Band is coming to Alabama. “Eat A Peach,” a Brothers’ tribute band will perform in Columbiana on that lucky date, Friday, March 1.

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BamaCarry to oppose seven House bills aimed at restricting gun owners

Alabama is one of the most gun-friendly, conservative, and red states. Most folks are surprised that there are a number of bills introduced in the 2024 Alabama legislative session to restrict gun owners.

Tristonharper Alabama News
Washington County 15-year-old wins 'American Idol' Golden Ticket to Hollywood

It was a unanimous vote of the three judges on American Idol Sunday night. They awarded a Golden Ticket to Hollywood to Triston Harper of McIntosh. The 15-year-old advances.

Jackbiddle3 Alabama News
32-year former state legislator Jack Biddle dies in Gardendale

He had served in the Alabama State House for 20 years and the State Senate for 12 years. Jack Biddle, 94 of Gardendale, died Sunday.

Elvis Alabama News
‘Ultimate Elvis Concert’ coming to Daphne on March 2

The “Ultimate Elvis Concert’ is coming to the Daphne Civic Center on Saturday, March 2 at 7 p.m. 

Arca Alabama News
‘Record Lovers Heaven’ in Gardendale March 1-2: Alabama Record Collectors Annual Record Show

Record lovers: Gardendale, Alabama Civic Center is the ‘place you oughta be’ March 1-2.

Leftydrisellmemoriam Alabama News
Basketball Hall of Famer Lefty Driesel dies at 92: Retired coaching after losses at three Alabama schools in 2002

Coach Lefty Driesel died February 17 at age 92 at his home in Virginia Beach.

Mdb preview show Alabama News
High school band members can play with Million Dollar Band at A-Day, April 13

High school band members are invited to register and experience a day with the Million Dollar Band on A-Day, the spring football game.

Tristonharperidol Alabama News
American Idol premiere Sunday features McIntosh, Alabama's 15-year-old: Triston Harper

The premiere of the 2024 season of American Idol will be on Sunday at 7 p.m. It will feature a 15-year-old high school kid from McIntosh: Triston Harper.

Senior olympics Alabama News
Alabama Senior Olympics 2024: Registration now open

Alabama folks age 50 and up can compete in the Alabama Senior Olympics 2024 Games.

Adolph Grimmett Alabama News
Female store clerk 1, criminal 0 in Fultondale robbery attempt

It may have seemed like a smart opportunity. Quiet Sunday afternoon in out-of-the-way Fultondale. One store clerk on duty (a female at that).

Moonmission Alabama News
Rocket to moon launched Thursday with help from Alabama developer

Did you ever think you’d live to see colonization of the Moon?  One small step for a man from Alabama, a giant leap for mankind.

Richards Alabama News
Long-time TV anchor Scott Richards dies in Birmingham

One of the best-known voices and faces in the Birmingham television market has died.  Scott Richards passed away from a medical emergency on Valentine’s Day.

Mardigrascrown Alabama News
Search for lost Mardi Gras crown in Mobile  

The search is on for a lost crown of a past Mardi Gras queen from a parade in Mobile.

Caroleene Dobson Alabama News
AL-2 candidate Caroleene Dobson says federal money can build new I-10 Bayway bridge without a toll  

Caroleene Dobson, a Montgomery attorney and native of rural Monroe County in the district, addressed a problem that has plagued Mobile and southern Alabama for decades.

Cosmic charlie Alabama News
Grateful Dead tribute February 17 in Birmingham: Cosmic Charlie

On Saturday Deadheads in Alabama will be heading to the Southside of Birmingham to the club, Zydeco. 'Cosmic Charlie' will do their tribute to "The Grateful Dead.'

Buffettbillboard Alabama News
Mobile Mardi Gras honors Jimmy Buffett: Giant billboard in parade

A giant billboard in Tuesday’s Mobile Mardi Gras parade read: “Jimmy Buffett’s last hit. Changes in Altitude.”

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Voter registration deadlines approaching for March 5 voting in Alabama

Deadlines to register to vote in Alabama are fast approaching. Resources from 1819 News:

He Gets Us Still Image Alabama News
Sylacauga pastor Rick Patrick expresses concerns about 'He Gets Us' ads — 'Frankly misrepresents Jesus'

Rev. Rick Patrick of Sylacauga posted this emphatic comment: “One thing is clear. The 'He Gets Us' people don’t get us at all.”

Dixieartcolony Alabama News
Dixie Art Colony made Wetumpka an art mecca: Revisited in free lunch program February 15

Dixie Art Colony Foundation is holding a free art history program and lunch on February 15 in Wetumpka.

Voices of the South Barbershop Chorus Alabama News
Singing Valentines Tuesday and Wednesday: Voices of the South quartets  

Singing Valentine. Quartets from “The Voices of the South’ perform at homes and offices on Valentine's Eve and Valentine’s Day itself

Phillipswillechair Alabama News
Fairhope native, Montevallo grad named chair of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: Willie L. Phillips, Jr.

Willie L. Phillips, Jr. is the only person from Alabama to chair the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

Harrison Scott Key AUTHORPHOTO Alabama News
Humorist, author Harrison Scott Key at Samford University February 24: ‘Lewis Grizzard without football and barbeque’

Humorist, author Harrison Scott Key brings his routine to Samford University Feb. 24. Humor with a point, or two.

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