The 10 Best Resorts for Families in Alabama!

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Doublehead Resort, Town Creek, AL

A sprawling 400 acres of this wooded resort gives families everything they’re looking for in a vacation. Situated on glistening Wilson Lake, you get accommodations that are the next best thing…

A sprawling 400 acres of this wooded resort gives families everything they’re looking for in…

The 9 Best Mexican Restaurants in Alabama!

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El Rio, Moulton, AL

El Rio is a restaurant where you’ll want to try something new every time you visit. Their exciting menu has everything from a well-seasoned Pollo Hawaii to a delicious Burrito California.…

El Rio is a restaurant where you’ll want to try something new every time you visit. Their…

9 Best First Date Locations in Alabama

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Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

The name doesn’t exactly sound like a first date locale but wait until you see it for yourself. This unique saloon is tucked under a massive rock waterfall, open to the outdoors and filled with…

The name doesn’t exactly sound like a first date locale but wait until you see it for…

The 10 Best Historic Theaters in Alabama!

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Historic Roxy Theatre, Russellville, AL

The Roxy has been an important part of Russellville culture since 1949. Back then, folks flocked to this theatre for the latest films of the silver screen. Today, patrons still rely on the theatre…

The Roxy has been an important part of Russellville culture since 1949. Back then, folks flocked to…

The Top 13 Historical Sites in Alabama!

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Ivy Green, Tuscumbia, AL

Ivy Green is the birthplace of Helen Keller, a woman born deaf and blind who learned how to communicate through her teacher Anne Sullivan. Experience the fascinating and inspirational story by…

Ivy Green is the birthplace of Helen Keller, a woman born deaf and blind who learned how to…

7 Best Places for Big Food in Alabama

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Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

This funky little watering hole is known for its one-of-a-kind locale under a rock (literally!), but their biggest claim to fame is the Gigantor. This meal was designed to feed a family of four,…

This funky little watering hole is known for its one-of-a-kind locale under a rock (literally!),…

The 10 Best Lunch Spots in Alabama!

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Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

The Rattlesnake Saloon in Tuscumbia, Alabama, sits on land that has been in the Foster family since 1916. In 2009, construction on the saloon was complete. The Rattlesnake Saloon is “the…

The Rattlesnake Saloon in Tuscumbia, Alabama, sits on land that has been in the Foster family since…

The 14 Most Unique Hotels in Alabama!

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Seven Springs Lodge & Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

Enjoy old western movies? The Seven Springs Lodge is the location for you. Connected to an old saloon, the lodge contains silos, campsites, and cabins perfect for any of your resting needs. The Lodge…

Enjoy old western movies? The Seven Springs Lodge is the location for you. Connected to an old…

The 10 Best Hardware Stores in Alabama!

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Sheffield Hardware, Sheffield, AL

This family-owned hardware store doesn’t have the history of some of the shops on the list, but they make up for it in quality service and products. Centrally located in downtown, you can find…

This family-owned hardware store doesn’t have the history of some of the shops on the list,…

The 9 Best Caterers in Alabama!

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Rhoda P’s Catering, Sheffield, AL

Whether you have 20 guests or 2,000 guests, Rhoda P’s can handle it all. They offer a huge selection of unique, original recipes you just can’t find anywhere else, along with all the…

Whether you have 20 guests or 2,000 guests, Rhoda P’s can handle it all. They offer a huge…

Barnett & Brown Furniture, Florence, AL

Featured in 10 Best Furniture Stores in Alabama

Barnett & Brown Furniture is Florence’s top go-to spot for furniture. Carrying brands like Ashley, Bassett, Simmons, Lane, Sealy, and more, this local furnishings store has pieces that will… Read More

Shoals Community Theatre, Florence, AL

Featured in Alabama's 7 Best Live Theater Venues!

Open since 1948, the Shoals Community Theatre is a historic site to catch the best entertainment in the community. From plays & musicals to concerts, the theater provides great shows… Read More

Florence-Lauderdale Farmers Market, Florence, AL

Featured in 10 Best Farmers Markets in Alabama!

The Florence-Lauderdale market sells some of the best selections of fruits and vegetables in northern Alabama. This quaint market is small but mighty, hosting booths from several local farms. The… Read More

Ivy Green, Tuscumbia, AL

Featured in The Top 13 Historical Sites in Alabama!

Ivy Green is the birthplace of Helen Keller, a woman born deaf and blind who learned how to communicate through her teacher Anne Sullivan. Experience the fascinating and inspirational story by… Read More

Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

Featured in 7 Best Places for Big Food in Alabama

This funky little watering hole is known for its one-of-a-kind locale under a rock (literally!), but their biggest claim to fame is the Gigantor. This meal was designed to feed a family of four,… Read More

Sheffield Hardware, Sheffield, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Hardware Stores in Alabama!

This family-owned hardware store doesn’t have the history of some of the shops on the list, but they make up for it in quality service and products. Centrally located in downtown, you can find… Read More

Odette, Florence, AL

Featured in 8 Best Places for Appetizers in Alabama

Not only do they have awesome apps throughout the day, they also have a complete “snacking” menu for in-between meals and lighter appetites. Inventive favorites like the apple and pickled… Read More

Escape Room Florence, Florence, AL

Featured in The 6 Best Escape Rooms in Alabama!

Designed for smaller groups, this escape room experience is one of the most well-crafted you’ll find. The rules are simple, but the path to freedom - not so much. The staff really goes above… Read More

Rattlesnake Saloon, Tuscumbia, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Lunch Spots in Alabama!

The Rattlesnake Saloon in Tuscumbia, Alabama, sits on land that has been in the Foster family since 1916. In 2009, construction on the saloon was complete. The Rattlesnake Saloon is “the… Read More

USDA Offering Nationwide Waiver for Infant Formula

June 7, 2022

Expanded flexibilities will provide widest access to both U.S.-produced and imported formulas for families in need Washington, D.C.– The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering… Read More

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Newsletter - May 2022

From: Alabama Governor Kay Ivey

May 31, 2022

A Message From Governor Ivey First and foremost, I would like to begin by thanking you all from the bottom of my heart for your support. We have a lot of great things happening in Alabama, but we… Read More

President Biden, USDA Announce $420 Million Investment in Watershed Infrastructure Projects to Benefit Rural and Historically Underserved Communities

April 23, 2022

Albany, GA – On April 21st, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was joined by White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu and Congressman Sanford Bishop (GA-2) to announce the U.S.… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration Launches Nationwide Network of Partnersto Tap Resources for Rural America

April 22, 2022

Clarksdale, MS – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack and White House Domestic Policy Advisor Susan Rice on April 20th, announced a new whole-of-government effort led by… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration, USDA Forest Service Invest More Than $31 Million in 15 Landscape Restoration Projects

April 21, 2022

Projects Supported by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Washington, DC -- The Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service on April… Read More

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Newsletter - March 2022

From: Alabama Governor Kay Ivey

March 14, 2022

A Message From Governor Ivey Fellow Alabamians: As we look at the tragic events unfolding in Ukraine, I cannot help but be reminded that freedom is not free and that it comes at a high cost.… Read More

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