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3 weeks ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Ella Walton |Ally Engleman |Audrey Kent |Caleb Turrentine
There are very few places in the world where the Jubilees occur — one of which is Tokyo Bay in Japan, while Alabama’s own, Mobile Bay, remains the other. A “Jubilee” is a rare, natural phenomenon where large numbers of marine life swim from the depths of the bay to shallower waters along a shoreline. In Daphne, commonly known as “The Jubilee City,” this phenomenon brings blue crabs, shrimp + fish to the Eastern Shore — into the readied hands, and ice chests, of the city’s locals.
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4 weeks ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Audrey Kent |Ally Engleman |Bess Christopher |Caleb Turrentine
Dothan is commonly known as “The Peanut Capital of the World,” but did you know it’s also home to a world-record holding landmark? Keep reading to learn about the history of The World’s Smallest City Block. The World’s Smallest City Block is located at the intersection of North Appletree Street, North College Street and East Troy Street—marked by a granite monument.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Bess Christopher |Pat Byington |Audrey Kent
The Wilson Dam Waterfall is located within the Rockpile recreation area along the Wilson Dam. The TVA recreation center is full of hiking trails and scenic views like the Wilson Dam Waterfall. There are multiple waterfalls to view along the walk along with the Wilson Dam and the Tennessee River. Keep reading for more information on the Wilson Dam Waterfall. Along the paved path beside the Tennessee River, and just beside the dam, there are a couple of unique waterfalls visible.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Pat Byington |Ally Engleman |Audrey Kent
The Freedom Quilting Bee Legacy is holding a three-city tour this spring to celebrate the artistry and history of the Gee’s Bend Quilters.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Audrey Kent |Pat Byington |Ally Engleman |Caleb Turrentine
Yesterday marked the first day of spring, which means warmer weather, blooming flowers and hummingbirds!These fast-flyers are making their way back to Alabama, so keep reading to learn about their journey + how to attract them to your home. Hummingbirds have two migratory seasons: fall and spring. You’ll commonly see ruby-throated hummingbirds arrive in Alabama mid-March to mid-April and leave in September-October when the weather cools down. “They’ll overwinter in Mexico and Costa Rica.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Michael Seale |Caleb Turrentine |Audrey Kent
This past week, seven new building permits were issued across the state for construction projects exceeding $1 million. Of these, all but one are for projects in North Alabama. One of the priciest building permits so far this year was approved last week for a new office building at Redstone Gateway in Huntsville. Here’s more:Redstone Gateway has been an immensely successful development outside Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, housing multiple defense contractors, with more to come.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Michael Seale |Bess Christopher |Audrey Kent
This past week, 17 new building permits were issued across Alabama for construction projects exceeding $1 million. Of these, the most expensive project is a $35 million expansion of the Marshall County Jail. Here’s more info:The current Marshall County jail was built to house fewer than 200 inmates, even though the facility often houses more than 300 at a time.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Ella Walton |Audrey Kent |Caleb Turrentine
Despite the renown of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Alabamians know the true origins of Mardi Gras began in Mobile—all the way back in 1703. Across the state, many other cities have adopted Mardi Gras parades, and Auburn is no exception. On Saturday, March 1, the streets of Downtown Auburn were teeming with parade floats, flying beads + purple, green and gold clad community members for its eighth annual Mardi Gras parade.
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1 month ago | 
thebamabuzz.com | Audrey Kent |Pat Byington |Caleb Turrentine |Callie Morrison
Alabama Tourism Department officially launched the “Year of Alabama Trails” campaign today at Vulcan Park in Birmingham and unveiled the top 25 must-explore trails of the state. This kicked off a 2025-2026 initiative to celebrate Alabama’s extensive trail systems and its positive impact on tourism, conservation, quality of life and economic development.
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1 month ago | 
bhamnow.com | Audrey Kent |Pat Byington
Alabama Tourism Department officially launched the “Year of Alabama Trails” campaign today at Vulcan Park and unveiled the top 25 must-explore trails of the state— six of which are in Birmingham and surrounding areas. This kicked off a 2025-2026 initiative to celebrate Alabama’s extensive trail systems and its positive impact on tourism, conservation, quality of life and economic development.
