Embrace Sustainable Living at Home
From eco-friendly home solutions to everyday sustainable living tips, our goal is to help you create a healthier home and a lighter footprint—right here in the heart of Alabama and beyond.
Why Alabama Residents Are Paying More Income and Sales Tax This Year
Throughout the first three quarters of the current fiscal year, Alabama residents have already paid more in state income tax and sales tax than they…
Alabama Police Rescue Family In First Test Of New Missing Child Law
On Wednesday, July 1, Alabama’s new Hiawayi Robinson Emergency Missing Child Alert System went into effect, and already Alabama police have successfully used the system…
Update: Twin Twisters Blow Roofs Off North Alabama Homes
The National Weather Service confirmed what many North Alabama residents already experienced for themselves Tuesday night — two tornadoes cut a swath of destruction through…
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BP to Pay $2.3 Billion to Alabama in Deepwater Horizon Spill Settlement
Alabama will receive $2.3 billion as part of BP’s settlement for environmental and economic damages stemming from its 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil spill, officials announced…
Alabama Police Respond to Domestic Violence Call, Find Meth Lab
Domestic violence is a far too common, too widespread problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in four women and one in seven…
Flash Flooding Rains on Alabama’s Fourth of July Parade
Many Alabama residents who had been looking forward to a sunny July 4 weekend were in for a rainy surprise. According to the Gadsden Times,…
Alabama Ranks 41st in the Nation for State Safety
How safe is your state? If you live in Alabama, the answer might be shocking to hear. In a recent state safety ranking, the Yellowhammer…
Alabama Closes $600 Million Deal with Google
The state of Alabama recently closed a $600 million deal with technology giant Google. While some worry that the big name will overshadow smaller businesses…
Lightning Strikes, Flesh Eating Bacteria Threaten Alabama Beach Goers
This summer, Alabama doctors are warning residents to take extra precautions when jumping in swimming pools. And on the Fort Morgan peninsula, firefighters are reminding…
