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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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9 Unique Trivia Facts About Alabama You Might Not Have Heard Before

by Lisa Battles
on Jan 4
A dark, glossy salamander resting on damp leaves in a forest setting.
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9 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots In Alabama

by Lisa Battles
on Dec 4
A football player in a white jersey is tackled by an opponent in an orange and blue jersey during a game.
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20 Alabama Laws That Are so Strange You’ll Be Shaking Your Head

by Jennifer Young
on May 8
a group playing dominoes at a table
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These 9 Celebrities Hail From Some Of Alabama’s Most Charming Small Towns

by Jennifer Young
on Mar 22
A performer in an orange jacket raises arms on stage, smiling and holding a microphone, with a blurred background.

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Few People Know The Real Reason Why Alabama Is Nicknamed The Yellowhammer State

Alabama is nicknamed "The Yellowhammer State" due to a Civil War incident involving soldiers' uniforms and the state bird, the Northern Flicker.

by Jennifer Young
on Aug 6
Green welcome sign for Alabama, reading "Welcome to Alabama the Beautiful," with a state emblem at the bottom.
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Few People Know Alabama Is Part of U.S. Space Mission History

The Saturn V rocket sent the first American astronauts to the moon.

by Jennifer Young
on May 11
The sign at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama
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Almost Nobody Knows That Parts Of The Movie Failure To Launch Were Filmed In This Tiny Alabama Town

by Jennifer Young
on Apr 18
A rocky outcrop overlooks a lush landscape and a river, with trees framing the view under a cloudy sky.
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12 Quirky Facts About Alabama That Sound Fake but Are 100% True

Alabama is home to many unique and surprising facts, from the first electric streetcar system to the world's largest cast-iron statue.

by Jennifer Young
on Nov 20
Various snails crawling on green leaves.
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Some Of The Best Drivers In The Nation Are Found In Alabama, According To A New Study

Alabama is ranked #23 for best drivers in the nation according to a QuoteWizard study.

by Jennifer Young
on Jan 15
Highway exit signs for Birmingham and Montgomery, with traffic lanes visible under a cloudy sky.
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12 Things You Probably Didn’t Already Know About Mobile, Alabama

Mobile, Alabama is known for its rich history, unique attractions, and surprising fun facts.

by Jennifer Young
on Jan 5
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Here Are The 10 Richest Cities In Alabama

Discover the ten richest cities in Alabama, highlighting their unique features and affluent status.

by Jennifer Young
on May 15
Aerial view of colorful houses near a calm water body, surrounded by trees and greenery.
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We Bet You Didn’t Know That Alabama Was Home To The Smallest City Block In The World

Dothan, Alabama is home to the "World's Smallest City Block," a unique triangular patch of land that attracts numerous visitors.

by Jennifer Young
on Aug 8
A stone marker reads: "The smallest city block in the world is marked by Camellia Garden Club, May 1, 1964."
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16 Famous People You May Be Surprised to Learn That Were Born Right Here in Alabama

Many influential and celebrated individuals from various fields were born in Alabama and have made significant contributions to society.

by Jennifer Young
on Jul 27
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10 Fascinating Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Birmingham

Birmingham, Alabama, is rich in history and unique attractions, including the largest Veterans Day celebration and the only restored blast furnace site in the country.

by Victoria Winkler
on May 13
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10 Amazing Alabama Secrets You Never Knew Existed

Alabama is full of surprising historical facts and unique places, including the first Mardi Gras celebration and the only all-water mail route in the country.

by Victoria Winkler
on May 10
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