⚾ KINLEY RASMUS MAKES MORE HISTORY: The Phenix City star continues to shine in Williamsport, setting a new record for most hits by a girl at the Little League Baseball World Series.
🥁 ALABAMA DRUMMER: Jonathan Fortson of Hamilton stood out among 2600 entries to claim the top prize at the return of Guitar Center's Drum-Off content.
🥳 BAYONET GOES NATIONAL: The seafood spot made Bon Appétit's 2026 list of just 19 best new restaurants in the entire country.
🍗 🍟🥤Raising Cane's celebrated its grand opening of a first standalone location in Tuscaloosa on McFarland Boulevard East, near the University of Alabama campus. Over 140 customers lined up for the event, featuring a ribbon cutting with Big Al, live entertainment, and giveaways including a year of free Cane's for lucky winners.
🐝 ALABAMA HONEY: Alabama beekeepers trained a bee-allergic Matthew McConaughey to hold 12,000 live bees for his new film — and now you can buy a jar of their honey.
⚾ KINLEY RASMUS: The Phenix City pitcher is becoming a household name after her historic performance on the mound.
🌟 THE GRAND HOTEL: The popular destination in Point Clear has been recognized once again in the annual USA Today 10Best awards.
⭐️ SOUTHERN SMALL TOWNS: World Atlas has recognized another Alabama town for its natural beauty.
🤔 ESPN JEOPARDY: Think you know sports? Test your knowledge with these 15 answers about our state from the new game show.
⚓ JIMMY BUFFETT EXHIBIT: The Maritime Museum's new featured exhibit is set to open later this summer.