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10 Best Wedding Locations in Alabama

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The Sterling Castle, Shelby, AL

Perfect for a fairytale wedding, this real castle comes to life with glamour, glitz, and the happy beginning your wedding deserves. Its rock exterior is paired with fountains, rock-paved walkways, a…
Perfect for a fairytale wedding, this real castle comes to life with glamour, glitz, and the happy…

The 9 Best Pet Groomers in Alabama!

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Head to Tails Grooming and Lodging, Calera, AL

They’ve made it easy to get the precise look you want for your pet. Handy tools like their fur chart lets you experience what different cuts will feel and look like. Customers love coming here…
They’ve made it easy to get the precise look you want for your pet. Handy tools like their…

The 12 Best Restaurants in Alabama!

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Champy's Chicken, Alabaster, Daphne, Muscle Shoals, AL

Nestled in the heart of historic Muscle Shoals, and several other locations, Champy's provides a taste of southern cooking at its finest in a fun, eclectic atmosphere. Known best for their fried…
Nestled in the heart of historic Muscle Shoals, and several other locations, Champy's provides a…

The 14 Best Hiking Trails in Alabama!

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Falling Rocks Falls Hike, Montevallo, AL

This short 1.5-mile hike reveals a hidden treasure. Leading to a 90-foot waterfall, the trail takes you through the beautiful greenery. See the place at its most beautiful when the sun is…
This short 1.5-mile hike reveals a hidden treasure. Leading to a 90-foot waterfall, the trail takes…

The 7 Best Pumpkin Patches in Alabama!

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Pumpkin Junction, Calera, AL

A short drive outside of Tuscaloosa, the Pumpkin Junction is hosted at the Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum. A vintage train takes you for an autumn ride to a pumpkin patch hidden in the forests of…
A short drive outside of Tuscaloosa, the Pumpkin Junction is hosted at the Heart of Dixie Railroad…

The 7 Best Bakeries in Alabama!

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Delicious Bakery, Alabaster, AL

If you have a sweet tooth, Delicious Bakery is a must-visit. They have a great menu full of treats to meet your sugar craving, their specialty being cakes. They also have an assortment of delectable…
If you have a sweet tooth, Delicious Bakery is a must-visit. They have a great menu full of treats…

10 Best Piercing Shops in Alabama

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Tattoo Expression, Pelham, AL

If you’re in the Pelham area and looking for some new body decor, Tattoo Expression is the perfect place to go. While this shop is best known for its tattoos, you can also receive beautiful…
If you’re in the Pelham area and looking for some new body decor, Tattoo Expression is the…

The 10 Best Wineries in Alabama!

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Ozan Winery & Cellars, Calera, AL

Family-owned Ozan saw its first planting in 2001, and ever since has been an Alabama favorite. From reds to dessert, they cover the full wine spectrum each with their own personal touch. Located on…
Family-owned Ozan saw its first planting in 2001, and ever since has been an Alabama favorite. From…

The 8 Best Karaoke Bars in Alabama!

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Hillside Karaoke Lounge, Sylacauga, AL

Hillside is everything you expect from a quality karaoke lounge—a fun place to enjoy music in an atmosphere that’s almost like being at home. Feel free to dance or play pool while you…
Hillside is everything you expect from a quality karaoke lounge—a fun place to enjoy music in…

9 Best Places for Dessert in Alabama

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Cream and Cones, Pelham, AL

Get ready for the sugar rush of a lifetime! This immaculate dessert shop is serving up one of the best ice cream experiences your sweet tooth will ever taste. Take your pick from their traditional…
Get ready for the sugar rush of a lifetime! This immaculate dessert shop is serving up one of the…
Best Things In & Around Shelby, AL
10 Best Piercing Shops in Alabama

Tattoo Expression, Pelham, AL

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If you’re in the Pelham area and looking for some new body decor, Tattoo Expression is the perfect place to go. While this shop is best known for its tattoos, you can also receive beautiful… Read More
The 7 Best Road Races in Alabama!

Birmingham Wine 10K, Homewood, AL

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This race adds an element to the run that people will enjoy: Wine! The 10K event features cash prizes and a wild after party you’ll never forget.  

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The 8 Best Karaoke Bars in Alabama!

Hillside Karaoke Lounge, Sylacauga, AL

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Hillside is everything you expect from a quality karaoke lounge—a fun place to enjoy music in an atmosphere that’s almost like being at home. Feel free to dance or play pool while you… Read More
10 Best Wedding Planners in Alabama

Engaged Wedding Library, Birmingham, AL

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A beautiful blend of DIY and done-for-you wedding planning, Engaged is a unique experience that connects brides with wedding consultants and more than 100+ vetted vendors in the Birmingham metro.… Read More
10 Best Shopping Outlets in Alabama

Riverchase Galleria, Hoover, AL

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While plenty of traditional indoor malls are getting quiet, Riverchase Galleria is thriving. This beautiful mall features over 150 stores and proudly wears the crown of the largest enclosed shopping… Read More
10 Best Hair Salons in Alabama

Jeremy Stephens Salon, Hoover, AL

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There’s one priority at Jeremy Stephens Salon: making you look and feel incredible. This popular local salon’s services span traditional hair care, wigs and extensions, HydraFacial… Read More
10 Best Wedding Locations in Alabama

The Sterling Castle, Shelby, AL

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Perfect for a fairytale wedding, this real castle comes to life with glamour, glitz, and the happy beginning your wedding deserves. Its rock exterior is paired with fountains, rock-paved walkways, a… Read More
The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Alabama!

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Birmingham, AL

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For seafood this good, you’d think you’d have to make a trip all the way to New Orleans. This delicious kitchen is serving up some of the finest flavors imaginable, anything from baked… Read More
Editors' Picks: 18 of the Best Things to Do in Alabama!

Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, Birmingham, AL

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It's one of the biggest collections of motorcycles and rare cars in the world - and even folks who aren't bikers find it fascinating. You'll find motorcycles going back to 1912, World War II military… Read More
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Events around Shelby, AL
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Christmas At The Tower

6:00 PM
Alabaster City Hall, Alabaster, AL
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Festival Of Trees

6:00 PM
Alabaster City Hall, Alabaster, AL
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TK Kirkland

7:00 PM
Stardome Comedy Club, Hoover, AL
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TK Kirkland

9:45 PM
Stardome Comedy Club, Hoover, AL
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03

Festival Of Trees

6:00 PM
Alabaster City Hall, Alabaster, AL
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03

TK Kirkland

6:30 PM
Stardome Comedy Club, Hoover, AL
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03

UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs Holland

9:00 PM
Dave & Buster's, Birmingham, AL
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Shelby News

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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Karl C. Harrison Museum Of George Washington

Karl C. Harrison Museum Of George Washington
50 Lester Street, Columbiana, AL
The Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington collection focuses on art and artifacts from the colonial period through 1865.  The collectio... Read More

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum
1919 9th Street, Calera, AL
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, the official railroad museum of the state of Alabama. We're located just south of Birmingham in Calera, Alabama. Ou... Read More

American Village Citizenship Trust

American Village Citizenship Trust
3727 Highway 119, Montevallo, AL
Mission:Founded in 1995, the American Village serves the Nation as an educational institution whose mission is to strengthen and renew the foundati... Read More

Beneful Dream Dog Park at Veterans Park

Beneful Dream Dog Park at Veterans Park
7305 Highway 119, Alabaster, AL
Alabaster is the second city in the nation to host a Beneful Dream Dog Park. The $500,000 dog park opened on July 12, 2012. DIY Network star Jason ... Read More

Oak Mountain Festival of Lights

Oak Mountain Festival of Lights
Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, Amphitheatre Road, Pelham, AL
Carl weave through the elaborately decorated track, viewing traditional scenes depicted through Christmas lights, such as Santa and his sleigh, wor... Read More

TreeTop Family Adventure

TreeTop Family Adventure
1012 Dunnavant Valley Road, Birmingham, AL
Fun for every age! Fast go karts, miniature golf, mini bowling, laser tag, laser maze, huge arcade, prize center, indoor playground, water wars, ca... Read More

Isabel Anderson Comer Museum and Arts Center

Isabel Anderson Comer Museum and Arts Center
711 North Broadway Avenue, Sylacauga, AL
The Isabel Anderson Comer Museum and Arts Center houses a permanent art collection as well as Indian artifacts and Civil War and World War II memor... Read More

Desoto Caverns Family Fun Park

Desoto Caverns Family Fun Park
5181 DeSoto Caverns Parkway, Childersburg, AL
History: A Woodland Indian burial called a "Copena" burial site can be seen in DeSoto Caverns. The word "Copena" comes from the first three letters... Read More

Kymulga Grist Mill and Park

Kymulga Grist Mill and Park
7346 Grist Mill Road, Childersburg, AL
The Kymulga Grist Mill was built around 1860. Timber for its construction came from the nearby forest, and machinery to operate it was made in a fo... Read More
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