Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Alabama History & Culture News: August 24 edition

 


Here's the latest batch of links to just-published Alabama history and culture articles. Most of these items are from newspapers, with others from magazines and TV and radio station websites. Some articles may be behind a paywall. Enjoy!

“The South's Forgotten Fire-Eater: David Hubbard & North Alabama's Long Road to Disunion” By
Along the way he draws our attention to Alabama figures we might have overlooked. His book “The Million Dollar Man Who Helped Kill a President” ...


Earthquake Rattles Northern Alabama on Sunday Afternoon - Weatherboy
This map shows epicenters of historical Alabama earthquakes since 1886 and surface and basement faults. Image: Geological Survey of Alabama.


Old Autauga Historical Society Brings History to Autauga County Courthouse
... formation of Alabama in 1819.” The Old Autauga Historical Society officially formed January 1, 2020 and they currently have about 300 members.

The Rosenbaum House Is the Only Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed Building in Alabama
Florence, Alabama, is home to many historic structures, but one in particular has become a destination for those interested in architectural ...

Comeback Town: Birmingham may have lost historic Terminal Station, but... - al.com
But where are the historically rich buildings they replaced? ... We saved our Alabama and Lyric Theatres—unreplaceable gems.

Alabama singer-songwriter Rock Killough bringing new book to Fairhope - al.com
Alabama native Killough is singer-songwriter whose writing and co-writing credits include songs recorded by a long list of stars: The Oak Ridge Boys ( ...


Laura Hunter's new novel is based on awful eugenics scandal | DON NOBLE
It opens in a sweltering, dry July of 1968 in the fictional hamlet of Hyssop, Alabama, not far from Eufaula. The teller of this tale is Margaret ..


Hundreds of renowned naturalist E.O. Wilson's books donated to Alabama nature research center
Finch, founder of the Paint Rock Forest Research Center in north Alabama's Trenton area, had known the acclaimed Harvard naturalist and biologist ...


Alabama researchers discover 'gigantic' 83 million-year-old turtle species - al.com
The turtle was officially named this week from fossils found in the collection at the Alabama Museum of Natural History.


Ryan Baptist in Joppa celebrates 100 years
Joe Teal (left) of the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission presents a ... years of church history to add to the history of the first 75 years.


How you can help restore the Red Mountain Cut Geologic Walkway - Bham Now
In early April, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and a public/private ... History of the Red Mountain Cut Geologic Walkway.


The small cemetery is easily accessible and located just north of Bob Wade ... Patriot Powell was a first generation settler in north Alabama who ...


New director of Sloss Furnaces named - Alabama Political Reporter
It operated from 1882-1970, making it the longest continually running blast furnace in Birmingham's history. Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark ...


Mooresville Post Office: Oldest Post Office In Alabama - Only In Your State
There are many historic buildings located throughout Alabama. In fact, some of them are even among the oldest buildings in the U.S. One of these ...


Alabama event to exhibit rare Spider Martin photos at Beth El Civil Rights Experience
“We're building this project to provide a thorough, historical perspective on our local Jewish community's actions and attitudes within the larger ...


Meet William King, the only Alabamian ever elected as vice president | WHNT.com
(Photo: Alabama Department of Archives and History). (Photo: Alabama Department of Archives and History) Read Less. by: Zach Hester.


An Alabama boy is taking on the Nazis in new WWII-era Savannah Theatre show, 'We'll Meet Again'
The World War II-era play follows an Opelika, Alabama, resident who ... set to make its world premiere on Friday at The Historic Savannah Theatre.


Indian who led attack on local fort topic for historical society meeting - Thomasville Times
He is also well-known for both his You Tube channel and app called “Two-Egg TV” which explores the history of Alabama and the Florida panhandle.


Opinion | Legendary Alabamians: Howell Heflin - Alabama Political Reporter
The longer I continue to write about Alabama politics, ... In this article:Alabama history, Featured, Howell Heflin, Judge, Legendary Alabamians.


Community Hero Steve Murray: Keeper of the Alabama's true history - Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama Department of Archives and History director Steve Murray is telling the complete story of the state's history, not just the Confederate ...


New user-friendly website highlights Alabama Department of Archives and History resources - WTVY
The “Alabama History Hub” is a one-stop resource for K-12 educators in the classroom. The new website includes robust databases for conducting ...


How you can help restore a historic, fire-damaged Alabama house - al.com
A fire earlier this month at an Alabama landmark did extensive damage but it wasn't fatal. The St. Clair Historical Society is accepting donations ...


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