Preserving Our Past: AL's Best Historical Sites

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Houston Historic Jail, Houston, AL

Enjoy true crime stories? Visit the Houston Jail. This site is the oldest jail cell in the state of Alabama and the second oldest in the country. You feel as if you are stepping back to the times of…

Enjoy true crime stories? Visit the Houston Jail. This site is the oldest jail cell in the state…

The 15 Most Unique Hotels in Alabama

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Anchor Light Bed and Breakfast Lighthouse, Crane Hill, AL

Located on scenic Lake Smith, the Anchor Light B&B offers the unique opportunity to stay the night in a lighthouse. The atmosphere is perfect for visitors with any type of group, whether for…

Located on scenic Lake Smith, the Anchor Light B&B offers the unique opportunity to stay the…

15 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Alabama!

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Alabama’s Natural Bridge, Natural Bridge, AL

Within the green foliage of Natural Bridge lies a sandstone and ironwood bridge that formed over two million years ago. Though too fragile to walk on, visitors can stand and gaze up into the natural…

Within the green foliage of Natural Bridge lies a sandstone and ironwood bridge that formed over…

The 7 Best Sports Bars in Alabama!

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Augusta’s Sports Grill, Cullman, AL

Equal parts delicious food and sports fun, Augusta’s Sports Grill knows how to treat you like family. Their fans marvel at the high-quality food (especially the fried green tomatoes!), as well…

Equal parts delicious food and sports fun, Augusta’s Sports Grill knows how to treat you like…

The 8 Best Mini Golf Courses in Alabama!

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Sonny’s Family Fun Center, Jasper, AL

This fun center is a winning combination of mini golf, arcade games, batting cages, and go karts. Fans love the simple, clean styling of the course and the low prices. They’re family owned and…

This fun center is a winning combination of mini golf, arcade games, batting cages, and go karts.…

Alabama's Best Public Golf Courses

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Cross Creek Golf Course, Cullman, AL

This course lives up to its name—there are water features, creeks, and ponds galore! Players rave about the well-maintained course and pristine landscaping for a public course, so expect…

This course lives up to its name—there are water features, creeks, and ponds galore! Players…

10 Coolest Coffee Shops in Alabama

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Berkeley Bob’s Coffee House, Cullman, AL

Want a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy coffee? Berkeley Bob’s is the place. Once voted the best coffee in Alabama, Berkeley Bob’s has several different coffee drinks and sandwiches. The shop…

Want a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy coffee? Berkeley Bob’s is the place. Once voted the best…

Satiate your craving: Alabama's Best Mac and Cheese

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Jim ‘N Nicks Bar-B-Q, Cullman, AL

This chain of barbecue joints is found throughout Alabama, and they’re serving up heaping helpings of delectable mac and cheese. This southern staple pairs perfectly with the barbecued variety,…

This chain of barbecue joints is found throughout Alabama, and they’re serving up heaping…

The 9 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Alabama!

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Van’s Sporting Goods, Cullman, AL

For high quality firearms, sportsmen know to come to Van’s Sporting Goods. Here you’ll find everything you need to make your next hunting field trip the best one yet.

For high quality firearms, sportsmen know to come to Van’s Sporting Goods. Here you’ll…

Alabama's Best Pet Groomers

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Prestigious Pets, Vinemont, AL

This pet salon and resort might just make you a little jealous that they only care for pets. They only hire the best professional pet groomers who have undergone intense training. They know how to…

This pet salon and resort might just make you a little jealous that they only care for pets. They…

The Morgan County-Decatur Farmers Market, Decatur, AL

Featured in 10 Best Farmers Markets in Alabama!

The Morgan County Market always has something fun and interesting going on. The market hosts several festivals throughout the season, including the Corn Festival, Tomato Sandwich Day, and the… Read More

Hartselle Fitness, Hartselle, AL

Featured in 10 Best Zumba Classes in Alabama

Zumba classes are happening almost every day of the week here. You get the benefit of participating with a group to keep spirits high and motivated throughout the workout. Child care is included in… Read More

Cross Creek Golf Course, Cullman, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Alabama!

This course lives up to its name—there are water features, creeks, and ponds galore! Players rave about the well-maintained course and pristine landscaping for a public course, so expect… Read More

Van’s Sporting Goods, Cullman, AL

Featured in The 9 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Alabama!

For high quality firearms, sportsmen know to come to Van’s Sporting Goods. Here you’ll find everything you need to make your next hunting field trip the best one yet.

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Jim ‘N Nicks Bar-B-Q, Cullman, AL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Alabama!

This chain of barbecue joints is found throughout Alabama, and they’re serving up heaping helpings of delectable mac and cheese. This southern staple pairs perfectly with the barbecued variety,… Read More

Berkeley Bob’s Coffee House, Cullman, AL

Featured in The 7 Coolest Coffee Shops in Alabama!

Want a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy coffee? Berkeley Bob’s is the place. Once voted the best coffee in Alabama, Berkeley Bob’s has several different coffee drinks and sandwiches. The shop… Read More

Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail, Madison, AL

Featured in The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Alabama!

Rated moderately difficult, this 1.5-mile trail has a stunning forested backdrop. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also… Read More

Doublehead Resort, Town Creek, AL

Featured in The 10 Best Resorts for Families in Alabama!

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… Read More

The Cabin at the Lodge, Hayden, AL

Featured in 10 Best Wedding Locations in Alabama

A perfect blend of rustic and elegance, this woodsy lodge offers no shortage of opportunities to get creative. With on-site accommodations and a variety of backdrops where you can say “I… Read More

May

Memorial Day Weekend Festival

9:00 AM

Smith Lake Park, Cullman, AL

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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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