As time ticks down for lawmakers to discuss the many pressing issues brought before them in the legislature, they can now say they at least decided on a state cake. The “Lane cake,” mentioned in Harper Lee’s novel “To Kill a Mocking Bird,” dates back to the 19th century. The dessert is usually made with pecans, coconut flakes and may…
Union Station in downtown Montgomery was filled with furniture art Thursday evening as it was the 9th annual Chairs for Children event. Thirty-four local artists painted the chairs to be auctioned off. Organizers say the chairs are a representation of Child Protect. “This is just a reminder that with children and chairs that maybe you can love a child and…
The Confederate Monument stands tall on the Capitol grounds dating back to the 1880’s in memorial of the 122 thousand soldiers of the Confederacy. “It’s where we were, what we did, where we came from, so we don’t repeat mistakes, we learn from mistakes and move forward. I think that’s important especially because in today’s culture, they would have us…
MARVELOUS MONDAY: We will see more sun than clouds this afternoon and temperatures will climb into the mid-80s for most locations. There is a chance of an isolated shower, mainly east of Interstate 65. WEEK AHEAD: Unseasonably warm weather is expected all week. Average high this time of year in Montgomery is 79°. We should see temperatures 5-10 degrees above…
Former Alabama Chief Justice Perry Hooper Sr. has died at the age of 91. His son told The Associated Press that he died Sunday morning at his home in Montgomery. Hooper Sr. was elected to serve as Chief Justice of the Alabama Supreme Court in 1995. He had previously served in the Marine Corps and also once worked as staff attorney for…
SUNNY SUNDAY: Another gorgeous day is ahead with nothing but sunshine and blue sky. It will be a warmer day with most locations likely making it into the lower and mid 80s. No chance of rain and any outdoor plans you have will be A-OKAY as far as the weather. THE WEEK AHEAD: A ridge builds in over the Southeast…
It’s the 8th annual CloverJam at Huntington–Â A time to gather together, enjoying food and music. “Huntington really centers itself on bringing in the community, like we are centered in the heart of the Cloverdale District, and we’re really excited about getting them involved,” said event organizer Blake Bosch. News of Prince’s death was a shock for the students and staff….
THE ALABAMA WEEKEND: The weather doesn’t get much better for late April in Alabama, than it will be this weekend. As the slow moving upper-level trough finally slides east of the state, dry air works into the area, and then ridging begins to establish itself, which will make for wonderful weekend weather. Expect plenty of sunshine, warm afternoon temperatures, cool…
The Alabama Shakespeare Festival welcomes five-time Grammy Award winner Michael McDonald to headline the 3rd annual Benefit the Bard fundraiser. McDonald was part of legendary rock bands the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan. Smokey Robinson and Michael Bolton headlined the fundraiser in the past, which raises money for the theaters cultural and educational efforts. ASF officials say they’re looking forward to…
She escaped slavery in 1849, then helped others to freedom through the Underground Railroad, later becoming a member of the Suffrage Movement. Harriet Tubman will now grace the 20 dollar bill. Most people we talked to say it’s a good choice. “She accomplished a great deal. Not only the Underground Railroad, just as an individual woman doing a number of…
