
Alabama Spotlight October 2026
Professor Carver arrives in Tuskegee “I cannot offer you money, position or fame,” began the closing line of the job offer from Booker T. Washington,

Professor Carver arrives in Tuskegee “I cannot offer you money, position or fame,” began the closing line of the job offer from Booker T. Washington,


Every house has at least one. There’s one beside my dresser in the bedroom. And another one in the kitchen just below the counter. The

Educator Hopes to Inspire, Encourage Others Von Hofe was named Alabama’s Teacher of the Year in May 2026. The finalists for Alabama’s Teacher of the

Cook of the Month: Terri Gilley, Cullman EC Terri Gilley says she didn’t come from a family of cooks, but she’s made up for that

Story and Photos By Jennifer Kornegay For decades, Kenny Stearns lived and worked in Tampa, Fla., mining peat moss and running a zoo. As he
From booming suburbs to remote rural farming communities, Alabama’s electric cooperatives are energy providers and engines of economic development. Statewide, electric cooperatives serve more than 1 million Alabamians in their homes, businesses, farms and schools. Their coverage spans approximately 70% of Alabama’s landmass.
New lands and rules for upcoming hunting seasons Sportsmen will see some changes for the 2026-27 hunting seasons, including the addition of more than 9,400
Initiative promotes raising, catching and eating catfish The state of Alabama has started a new initiative, the Alabama Catfish Trail, to put more emphasis on
As summer vegetables begin to wind down, many Alabama gardeners are ready for a break. The tomatoes are slowing, the squash has seen better days,
Take 15 Minutes to Count Insects and Grow Awareness Every August, thousands of people across the Southeast take just 15 minutes to observe insects visiting a
Auburn Eagle Wows Crowds Beyond Jordan-Hare By T. Jensen Lacey The American eagle. Its history seems to be blended into every
Pete the Cat creator has humble Alabama roots Story by Allison Law, Photos by David Haynes Nestled in the valley between