The 15 Most Romantic Places in Alabama!

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Gorham’s Bluff, Pisgah, AL

Located in northeastern Alabama, Gorham’s Bluff provides a breathtaking view of the Tennessee River and an intimate spot to spend time with your loved one. The Bluff has a lodge that is perfect…

Located in northeastern Alabama, Gorham’s Bluff provides a breathtaking view of the Tennessee…

Editors' Picks: 18 of the Best Things to Do in Alabama!

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Go skiing

Hard to believe, but there IS skiing in Alabama. Cloudmont Resort in Mentone is spread over 800 acres of mountaintop - and uses snowmaking equipment to help out when Mother Nature isn't cooperating.…

Hard to believe, but there IS skiing in Alabama. Cloudmont Resort in Mentone is spread over 800…

The 10 Best Lunch Spots in Alabama!

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Wildflower Cafe, Mentone, AL

Wildflower Cafe in Mentone, Alabama was recently voted “Best Cafe in Alabama,” and it’s easy to see why. The Wildflower offers “gourmet American fare served in a hippie-chic…

Wildflower Cafe in Mentone, Alabama was recently voted “Best Cafe in Alabama,” and…

The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Alabama!

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DeSoto Scout Trail, Fort Payne, AL

This difficult trail is 3.1 miles in a tracked loop. Get the full experience of the great outdoors with a waterfall and river that are worth the hike. Canoeing is also possible in the river, for…

This difficult trail is 3.1 miles in a tracked loop. Get the full experience of the great outdoors…

The 14 Most Unique Hotels in Alabama!

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The Lodge at Gorham’s Bluff, Pisgah, AL

Nestled atop a hill near the Tennessee River, Gorham’s Bluff offers a breathtaking view of Alabama’s beautiful landscape. Lodging includes rooms in the main lodge, as well as several…

Nestled atop a hill near the Tennessee River, Gorham’s Bluff offers a breathtaking view of…

10 Best Retirement Activities in Alabama

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Play in Little River Canyon National Preserve

Alabama is home to some amazing state and national parks, but this one is a must-see for retirees. You can camp in nearby Desoto State Park, then head to Little River Canyon for daytime exploration.…

Alabama is home to some amazing state and national parks, but this one is a must-see for retirees.…

The 10 Best Hardware Stores in Alabama!

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Little River Hardware, Mentone, AL

Though from the outside this place looks more like a small garden center than a hardware store, rest assured you can find exactly what you need inside. Aside from hardware, they offer equipment…

Though from the outside this place looks more like a small garden center than a hardware store,…

The 14 Best Picnic Spots in Alabama!

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De Soto State Park, Fort Payne, AL

This mystical park provides many hiking trails and picnic spots for a day in the great outdoors. A highlight of this spot is the gorgeous waterfall at the end of the trail.

This mystical park provides many hiking trails and picnic spots for a day in the great outdoors. A…

9 Best First Date Locations in Alabama

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Little River Canyon Nature Preserve, Fort Payne, AL

One of Alabama’s natural wonders, this place is nothing short of breathtaking. Ideal for visiting year-round, you can take the whole day to explore hiking trails, enjoy watersports, or visiting…

One of Alabama’s natural wonders, this place is nothing short of breathtaking. Ideal for…

The 8 Best Corn Mazes in Alabama!

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Down on the Farm, Rainsville, AL

When you make a trip to Down on the Farm, get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime. This farm’s sprawling six-acre corn maze is nothing short of amazing, with plenty of twists,…

When you make a trip to Down on the Farm, get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime.…

Wildflower Cafe, Mentone, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Lunch Spots in Alabama!

Wildflower Cafe in Mentone, Alabama was recently voted “Best Cafe in Alabama,” and it’s easy to see why. The Wildflower offers “gourmet American fare served in a hippie-chic… Read More

DeSoto Scout Trail, Fort Payne, AL

Featured in The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Alabama!

This difficult trail is 3.1 miles in a tracked loop. Get the full experience of the great outdoors with a waterfall and river that are worth the hike. Canoeing is also possible in the river, for… Read More

Cathedral Caverns, Woodville, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Camping Spots in Alabama!

Cathedral Caverns, named for their likeness to Gothic-era cathedrals, remain one of the most beautiful sites in the state of Alabama. Campsites attached to this gorgeous natural attraction gather… Read More

Gorham’s Bluff, Pisgah, AL

Featured in The 15 Most Romantic Places in Alabama!

Located in northeastern Alabama, Gorham’s Bluff provides a breathtaking view of the Tennessee River and an intimate spot to spend time with your loved one. The Bluff has a lodge that is perfect… Read More

Goose Pond Colony Resorts, Scottsboro, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Alabama!

Don’t be mislead—this golf resort is open to the public and family friendly. Here you’ve got two layouts to choose from: the Plantation Course, an 18-hole Choice of Champions course… Read More

Payne’s Sandwich Shop & Soda Fountain, Scottsboro, AL

Featured in The 9 Best Delis in Alabama!

Payne’s Sandwich Shop is not only a historic Alabama landmark, but is a great place to find a sandwich. Open since the late 1800s, Payne’s has been crafting delightful sandwiches for… Read More

The Brick Grill & Bar, Guntersville, AL

Featured in 8 Best Places for Appetizers in Alabama

Their app list is synonymous with the ideal bar food menu. Nachoes, shrimp, dips, cheese sticks, and many more pair well with whatever you’re drinking at the bar. And speaking of which,… Read More

Gadsden Mall, Gadsden, AL

Featured in 10 Best Shopping Outlets in Alabama

Gadsden Mall is a smaller, more quaint mall than many of the other shopping outlets in Alabama. This makes it the perfect place for a relaxed, easy outing where you have plenty of time to explore the… Read More

EarlyWorks Museum, Huntsville, AL

Featured in The 7 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Alabama!

The EarlyWorks Museum family consists of two epic adventures, each one sure to delight your child on his or her birthday. Choose from the children’s history museum or train depot to set the… Read More

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Newsletter - September 2022

From: Alabama Governor Kay Ivey

October 3, 2022

A Message From Governor Ivey Fellow Alabamians, Let me first say, our hearts and prayers are with those affected by Hurricane Ian and those still in its path. Alabama remains ready to assist… 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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