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3 Reasons Why Alabama Is the Best Place to Retire

Want to know the best places to retire in Alabama? Discover three convincing reasons why retirees love Sweet Home.

by Melanie Johnson
on Mar 23
Elderly couple in Alabama, relaxing in a hammock using a tablet while sharing a joyful moment.
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3 Reasons Why Alabama Is the Best Place To Raise a Family

by Molly Harris
on Feb 22
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4 Exciting Places in Alabama Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026

by Katie Lawrence
on Dec 27
Sunset over Mobile Bay in Fairhope, Alabama, with a wooden fishing pier and marsh grasses silhouetted against a glowing orange and blue sky.
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People Live Their Whole Lives in Alabama and Somehow Miss These 5 Places

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 18
A large oak tree frames the entrance of a footbridge spanning across a tranquil lake along a hiking trail at Gulf State Park in Alabama.
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The One Thing to Do in Alabama Before the End of the Year

by Caroline Stratos
on Dec 2
A lake in the wintertime surrounded by a pine tree forest

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5 Alabama Tourist Spots I Tried to Hate (But Ended Up Loving)

From beaches to battleships, these 5 must-see attractions in Alabama are worth the hype.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Oct 31
The Vulcan Statue in Birmingham, Alabama.
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History

The Best Alabama Urban Legend Is One For the History Books

The perfect bridge between folklore and fear awaits in Alabama. Could this be the best urban legend Alabama has ever seen?

by Megan Todaro
on Sep 8
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History

5 Places in Alabama I Wouldn’t Take My Worst Enemy

Avoid these popular tourist attractions in Alabama and check out my picks for low-key alternatives instead.

by Melanie Johnson
on Aug 26
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Kindness Begets Kindness: The Story of Drexell & Honeybee, A Donations-Only Restaurant in Alabama

Have you heard the heartwarming story of this donations-only restaurant in AL? Drexell and Honeybees is truly an inspiring place and a unique dining experience in Alabama.

by Melanie Johnson
on Dec 23
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8 Hills Every Alabamian Is Willing To Die On

Alabamians have strong opinions about their unique lifestyle and state pride, including their love for "Coke," barbecue, college football, and beautiful Gulf Coast beaches.

by Jennifer Young
on Sep 23
Welcome to Sweet Home Alabama’ road sign on Interstate 10 near the Alabama-Florida border in Robertsdale, USA.
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Everyone In Alabama Should Check Out These 15 Tourist Attractions According To Locals

by Lisa Battles
on Apr 11
A serene beach scene with gentle waves, a cloudy sky, and a pier extending into the ocean.
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History

Few People Know The Real Reason Behind Dothan Becoming The Peanut Capital Of The World

by Lisa Battles
on Mar 6
A person in a peanut costume waves from a blue tractor at a machinery event, surrounded by construction equipment.
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Fun Facts

The Little-Known Story Of Alligators In North Alabama And How They’re Making A Big Comeback

by Lisa Battles
on Mar 4
A bright yellow sign warns about alligators in the area, advising not to approach or feed them.
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History

Crossing this 83-Year-Old Bridge In Alabama Is Like Walking Through History

by Lisa Battles
on Feb 15
A diverse group of people marches across the Edmund Pettus Bridge, symbolizing unity and civil rights.
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Meet the Locals

If Alabama Had An Official State Meteorologist We Think James Spann Takes The Cake

by Lisa Battles
on Feb 12
A detailed illustration of a man with suspenders standing against a stormy sky, surrounded by lightning and dark clouds.