Category Education

New $20 million community library opens in Foley

📚 FOLEY'S $20M LIBRARY: The new 40,000-square-foot library + community center has officially opened.

🐦 BLACK BELT BIRDING: The annual festival has been recognized as the official Black Belt Signature Event.

⭐️ CARNEGIE HALL: A pair of Alabama choirs took the stage, led by Jax State professor + conductor Eliezer Yanson.

🐻 BEAR SPOTTING: A very curious bear has become a social media star since he was seen walking around Shelby County.

📚 UA BOOK ARTS: The university's book arts program is receiving another major boost from the Windgate Foundation.

🧑‍🌾 INTERESTING CAREER PATHS: These Auburn grads show where an agriculture degree can take you, from livestock to drones + more. BuzzPartner

🦁 UNA CAMPUS: The university has secured $8.2 million for safety upgrades.

⛑️ BLOOD SHORTAGE: The national blood supply has declined by nearly 25% in the last month. Find out how you can help.

🤢 PARASITE OUTBREAK: Alabama has reported its first 11 cases as the CDC announces a connection to fast food restaurants.

📓✏️ TAX FREE WEEKEND: From clothing to school supplies, check out what items are eligible for tax-free weekend in Alabama.