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Knowing how to identify these poisonous plants can help you avoid an itchy experience. Learn what to look for, how to treat allergic reactions, and how to control plant invasion. …

DEKALB COUNTY – On Saturday, Dec. 27, Special Agents assigned to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) launched an officer-involved shooting investigation involving a Trooper …

Humans have known about bees for a long time: 8,000-year-old cave paintings in Bicorp, Spain, show early humans scaling trees to collect honey. But modern scientists wanted to know if bees …

TENNESSEE VALLEY-The Tennessee Valley Authority has trails to suit every interest and experience level, so whether you’re looking for an easy stroll, planning your first mountain bike ride or craving …

In the United States, “you guys” is one of the most commonly used second-person pronoun references, but “y’all” is all the rage. While “y’all” is still heard primarily in the …

ALBERTVILLE-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a single-vehicle accident in Marshall County that has taken the life of a Guntersville woman: “A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:41 a.m. …

AUBURN-Popularly known by the cultivar name ‘Bradford’ pear, Callery pear has become an invasive species in natural and disturbed environments. The introduction of Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) serves as a …

If you know one thing about Daniel Boone, it’s probably that he wore a raccoon-skin fur cap. But alas, it turns out you might know zero things about the legendary …

ARAB-The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reports a single-vehicle accident involving an ATV has taken the life of an Arab man: “A single vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) that …

CHICAGO, IL – Reuters reports the FDA on Monday approved Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss pill, “giving the Danish drugmaker a leg up in the race to market a potent oral medication for …

ATHENS-New retail stores plan to locate in Athens, including Hobby Lobby and the possibility of Academy Sports and Outdoors, HomeGoods, Burlington, Books-A-Million and PetSmart.   On Monday, Dec. 22, the …

Cora Rae, daughter born to Tracy Koger, Jr. and Aubree Cromwell, Florence, AL on December 16, 2025. Jasper-Jack Dawson, son born to Blake Eddy and Makayla Dickens, Tuscumbia, AL on …

AUBURN-As people enjoy the winter holiday season, it is important to be aware of how cold weather affects health, especially for older adults. As people age, their bodies become less …

Every December, shopping malls, markets, parades, and office parties call in an army of Santas to headline their Christmas festivities. Donning the red suit is no small responsibility: The best …

ATHENS-Lucas Street Church of Christ in Athens reached out to the Mayor’s Office about a family in need of clothing and shoes for three children for Christmas. The church was …

FLORENCE-Florence Arts & Museums is excited to announce the continuation of the Junior Museum Program, a hands-on educational opportunity for students ages 14-18. Led by museum professionals Ana Peeples and Michael …

December brings together many traditions and cultures — it’s a time to include everyone in the festivities, and there’s language to do that. ’Tis the season for holiday phrases: Carols, …

CHICAGO, IL-The New York Times (12/21, Span) reports on an increasing number of “older adults who begin taking GLP-1s and related drugs…and then stop taking them within months. That usually means regaining …

While the official holiday lands on December 25, people often use the term to refer to the general season of festivities in December. The word “Christmas” is a combination of …

MONTGOMERY – Kick off 2026 with fresh air and a sense of adventure while enjoying some of Alabama’s most scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike at an Alabama …