Central Alabama bear sighting is this summer’s social media sensation
🐻 BEAR SPOTTING: A very curious bear has become a social media star since he was seen walking around Shelby County.
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Ella Langley, 5 Seconds of Summer + 13 other Alabama concerts to check out in August
🎤🎶 AUGUST CONCERTS: Live music fans have plenty of options across Alabama as the summer season starts to wrap up.
11 Alabama waterways to explore before the end of the summer
🌊 🚣 Looking for ways to cool down in the Alabama summer heat? Find out different places to tube near your town.
Alabama waterway declared “fishiest river” in U.S. by National Geographic
🐟 FISHIEST RIVER IN AMERICA: The Cahaba River hosts 135 different species of fish, earning the unique label from Nat Geo.
Auburn eagle Independence flying to Philadelphia for America 250 celebration
🦅🇺🇸 INDEPENDENCE DAY: The Auburn bald eagle is headed back to Philadelphia to celebrate July 4—and she'll be flying coach.
5 things you need to know to have fun + stay safe this summer in Alabama
☀️ SUMMER SAFETY: Eat to beat the heat, learn to ID beach safety flags + more tips to keep you safe while having fun this summer. 👇 BuzzPartner
Reconnecting Alabama’s rivers: Why it’s important + how to help
🐟 FREE FLOWING ALABAMA RIVERS = CLEAN WATER: Meet the local groups removing river barriers + dive into stunning underwater photography showcasing the most biodiverse freshwater playground in the country. BUZZ Partner
New Alabama Catfish Trail launches with 50+ waterways, experiences
🎣 CATFISH TRAIL: The Alabama Tourism Department has launch a new initiative to celebrate the state's catfish culture.
Guntersville among the best lake towns for year-round living
🚤 YEAR-ROUND LAKE LIVING: Guntersville is one of Southern Living's Best Lake Towns to Live in Year-Round.
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Gadsden receives $690K for new pedestrian bridge over Coosa River
🚧 PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE: Gadsden is taking another step toward its latest project on the Coosa River.