On March 13th, the Francis Marion Track and Field team kicked off its season opener strong at the University of West Alabama for the Demopolis Invitational. A total of 43 athletes joined Coach Bolding at the track to put all their hard work on display. The ladies placed 4th out of 12 teams in the... Read More

Alabama Launchpad, the state’s longest-running business plan and pitch competition, is accepting applications for its Cycle 2 2026 competition. Entrepreneurs building companies in technology or life sciences are encouraged to apply. The competition offers two industry-specific tracks, with winners in each eligible for prizes of up to $100,000. Each finalist receives $2,500 in upfront funding... Read More

The Greensboro Opera House will host a free performance of “Fireball,” a one-woman play by Hale County native Norman McMillan, on Sunday, April 12, at 3:00 p.m. A reception will follow. The play, starring Ingrid McGraw, is based on the memoir of the same name by Hazel Lindsey and Julia McMillan Walker, McMillan’s sister. It... Read More

Marion Military Institute (MMI) has been recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) with a Torch Award for Post-College Success, honoring institutions that demonstrate leadership in preparing students for strong career outcomes and long-term financial sustainability. The Torch Awards recognize SACSCOC member institutions that show strength across multiple indicators... Read More

Theresa Burroughs Residential Living, Inc. has become the first state-approved home for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Greensboro, receiving approval from the Alabama Department of Mental Health. The facility, which serves women, was established in 2022 by Toni Love, the youngest daughter of the late Theresa Burroughs. Love became a caregiver to her... Read More

On Fire For Jesus will present “Jesus and Jeans,” a gospel event scheduled for Saturday, April 18, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at G’villo, 15769 County Road 21, Moundville. Supper will be provided. Featured performers and speakers include Legacy Gospel and Donna Weaver, Evangelist Devon Hutchison, Thomas Averette, and the Faith Chapel Youth group. Those... Read More

The Alabama Extension Food Safety and Quality team is excited to launch the new Alabama Cottage Food Law online course. This self-paced course is open to anyone who is interested in or planning to produce food for sale to the public from their home kitchen. It is a flexible, accessible resource designed to allow participants... Read More

Lately, I’ve been making all kinds of pound cake. You’d be surprised by the variations, both in ingredients and technique, from one recipe to the next. I mentioned how a couple weeks ago I made a new (to me) buttermilk pound cake recipe to much success. It also stands as one of the simplest, most... Read More

Project GRACE Central Alabama will host a free Family Fun and Resource Day on Saturday, April 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Courthouse Square in Marion. The event will feature: Free food, games, and music. A bounce house for children. On-site local and state agencies to connect residents with free... Read More