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Ella Langley, Kings of Leon headlining 2027 Sand In My Boots festival
The music festival is returning to Alabama’s beaches after taking 2026 off. (Sand In My Boots) Morgan Wallen’s Sand In My Boots music festival is coming back to Gulf Shores next year following a summer without a signature festival on Alabama’s beaches. The festival announced its full lineup Monday, headlined by Wallen alongside Alabama native Ella Langley and Kings of Leon.
Halloween 2026: See the trick-or-treat forecast across Alabama
It’s a great week to go see all the Halloween decorations! (The Bama Buzz) The end of October has brought a near perfect week of fall weather across Alabama. But there could be some rain that sneaks up on trick-or-treat plans this weekend. With Halloween falling on a Saturday this weekend, you can expect to see people out and about in their costumes Friday and Saturday so be careful on the roads and have those candy bowls ready to go.
6 ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Alabama
Día de los Muertos in Birmingham (Openverse) As November approaches, communities across the state prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos—the Day of the Dead. Rooted in rich Mexican traditions, this holiday is a vibrant, joyful time dedicated to honoring and remembering ancestors and departed loved ones. From large-scale festivals at historic landmarks to community art shows and library gatherings, here are six ways to celebrate Día de los Muertos right here in Alabama.
13 last minute Alabama themed Halloween costumes
Looking for last-minute costume ideas? We’ve got you. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now) Halloween is almost here, and if you still haven’t figured out your costume, there’s no need to panic. Alabama has plenty of inspiration, from its famous landmarks and college football traditions to the foods and state symbols locals know and love. Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party or looking for a last-minute idea, here are 13 Alabama-themed costumes you can put together without spending a fortune.
Dominique Wilkins to help lead Alabama State men’s basketball program
Dominique Wilkins is also an investor in Birmingham Legion FC (Montgomery UP) The Alabama State men’s basketball team will have a Hall of Famer leading the program. Dominique Wilkins, best known for his career with the Atlanta Hawks, will be the team’s first General Manager. The school announced the appointment during its annual Basketball Tipoff Reception on Tuesday.
Alabama A&M rises to #1 in new Black College Football Poll
Alabama A&M is ranked #1. (Hville Blast) The Alabama A&M Bulldogs continue to win, and those victories have propelled them to the top spot in this week’s NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision rankings of the Black College Football Poll, released Monday, October 26. Alabama A&M is about to bring their no. 1 ranking into the Magic City Classic.
10 unforgettable moments in Magic City Classic history
84th Magic City Classic press conference (The Bama Buzz) The Magic City Classic is more than just a football game. Every year, Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University bring their school pride, passionate fans and rich HBCU traditions to Birmingham for one of the biggest rivalries in the country. The 85th Magic City Classic week has arrived. Here’s what you need to know before kickoff: Who: Alabama State (4-3) vs. Alabama A&M (6-2) When: 2:30PM | Saturday, Oct.
Alabama moves back into top 10 ahead of first College Football Playoff rankings
Alabama’s defense celebrates a touchdown. (University of Alabama Athletics) Alabama needed a fourth-quarter comeback to grab a win over Texas A&M on homecoming weekend in Tuscaloosa but that result was enough to get the Tide back in the top 10 of the Associated Press rankings. After suffering consecutive losses, the Tide fell to No. 13 but a 31-20 win over the Aggies along with another chaotic week in college football has brought Kalen DeBoer’s team back to No. 10.
Netflix announces 3-part documentary on disappearance of Natalee Holloway
Taken: Natalee Holloway: Season 1. (L-R) Natalee Holloway and Beth Holloway in Taken: Natalee Holloway: Season 1. Cr. NETFLIX © 2026 The disappearance and death of an Alabama teenager is the subject of a forthcoming Netflix documentary titled “Taken: Natalee Holloway“. Set to premiere Nov. 4, 2026, the three-part documentary will focus on the infamous disappearance of high school graduate Natalee Holloway during a class trip to Aruba and her mother’s 20-year battle for justice.
20 fall festivals you won’t want to miss in Alabama
I love these handmade porch signs. (Jubilee Festival of Arts) Fall is almost here, and that means festival season is about to be in full swing across Alabama. From arts festivals and Oktoberfest’s to seafood celebrations and small-town traditions, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the season. We’ve rounded up some of the best festivals happening across the state from late September through November. Grab your calendar and start planning your fall weekends.
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
By Devon Jones The prostate gland is a male reproductive organ located below the bladder. This walnut-sized gland nourishes and transports semen throughout the male reproductive system.
Brain Health Workshop on July 8, 2023
By Devon Jones About the event Brain Health Workshop This is a Brain Health Workshop, with a nutrition demonstration, and chair yoga session. About this Event This event will include a special demonstration on the human brain, followed by a presentation by Dr.Martha Sajatovic on Memory Loss and Brain Health. In addition there will be a nutrition demonstration provided by Food Strong, and a chair yoga session by Terri Horn.
How can we slow down youth gun violence? - Podcast Original
It was 15 years ago: police officers flooded C. W. Jefferys Collegiate in northwest Toronto. Outside, hundreds of anxious parents stood waiting for answers. The news that police delivered — as we now know — was tragic. Fifteen-year-old Jordan Manners had been killed. It was the first time anyone had been fatally shot inside a Toronto school. Jordan’s death stunned his community and the nation. And for many, it punctured the illusion of safety in Canadian schools.
Is Money on Your Mind? Ours too....
By Devon Jones The Phe’Be Foundation (TPF) is a non-profit financial literacy organization that has been in operation since 2002. Since its launching, the Phe’be Foundation has served 50,000 households in Cuyahoga County. In addition, the Phe’be Foundation has helped close to over $550 million in mortgages through financial education and partnership with lenders.
Fresh Cuts for Clevelanders in Buckeye Neighborhood
By Devon Jones As a part of our mission, The Cleveland Observer seeks to uplift and support minority-owned businesses in or near Cleveland, OH. This month’s highlighted minority business is Classic Clippers, located at 9718 Buckeye Road Suite #3, 44104. Classic Clippers, established over 13 years ago, is owned and operated by Damon L. Chapman, a.k.a. Lee Chap the Barber. Since opening its doors, Classic Clippers has become a welcoming community space for residents and families.
Beyond Flawz from Two Best Friends
By Devon Jones As a part of our mission, The Cleveland Observer seeks to uplift and support minority-owned businesses in or near Cleveland, OH. Beyond Flawz Beauty Lounge, a beauty bar located in the Buckeye Neighborhood at 9718 Buckeye Rd, Cleveland, OH 44104, was established in 2019 during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Beyond Flawz has since remained a thriving business and community resource.
Black Owned Media is Here To Stay, says Black Owned Media Equity and Sustainability Institute (BOMESI)
By Devon Jones and Ron Calhoun The mind-expanding Black-Owned Media Weekend hosted by the Black Owned Media Equity and Sustainability Institute and sponsored by HP Inc. and Build in Tulsa, took place in Tulsa, OK June 16 – June 19. Black-Owned Media has been essential to combating discrimination and ensuring equity and equality in Black communities in the United States for many years. These platforms have served Black Americans since the early 1800s with the first black publication .
Local business assists Schiller teachers
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Coming Soon: Neighborhood Heroes Podcast and Video Show
By Gloria Craig and Devon Jones The Neighborhood Heroes Podcast and Video Show is designed to highlight the work of unsung heroes within our community. Cleveland is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own distinct identity. The purpose of this show is to offer individuals working within these communities to make a positive change a chance to tell their stories, and discuss their work. With individuals working every day to make a difference, our goal is to share this platform with them and you.
Alzheimer's disease research active in Cleveland
By Devon Jones Often people are confused about the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life.” Alzheimer’s, on the other hand, is a type of dementia that can only be diagnosed officially during an autopsy of the brain.
2020's Unprecedented Holiday Email Sending Volumes
First, let me say happy holidays to everyone reading this blog. I hope this recap finds you all well, healthy, and finding a little holiday cheer during what can only be billed as a new normal. That said, this new normal of ours is just one aspect of a year filled with milestones, never-befores, and first-time-in-a-century type of events. Unprecedented is a word often used to describe this year that’s in its waning days.
Another Voice: Our water supply is ‘dam’ important
By Devon Jones The Mendocino County Farm Bureau appreciates the more than 150 people that took the time last week to attend the showing of the movie, A River’s Last Chance, and for the assistance in the promotion of the event from the Ukiah Daily Journal. It was gratifying to see so many individuals willing to learn more about the Eel River, the Potter Valley Project and their water supply.
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