Bess Christopher

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.

4 weeks ago | thebamabuzz.com | Ally Engleman |Bess Christopher |Caleb Turrentine

Every spring, Japan celebrates the blossoming of cherry blossoms nationwide. And we have the opportunity to do the same right here in Alabama. Across the nation, you can find Sakura Festivals popping up acknowledging the beauty of the cherry blossoms including an annual festival in Tuscaloosa. Keep reading to see what Tuscaloosa’s Sakura Festival has to recognize Japanese culture and cherry blossoms. This year’s theme for the festival was “tomo ni hagukumu,” which means harmony.

4 weeks ago | thebamabuzz.com | Caleb Turrentine |Patience Itson |Bess Christopher

Tropic Falls at OWA has made a name for itself not just here in Alabama but also across the country. The amusement park in Foley is one of 20 destinations nominated for USA Today’s 10Best indoor water parks. The national outlet praises the variety of activities around the park + the retractable glass roof. To vote for Tropic Falls, head over to the USA Today website. You can vote once per day through April 21 with the winner being announced on April 30.

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.

1 month ago | thebamabuzz.com | Pat Byington |Jordyn Davis |Bess Christopher

Last week, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announced the winners of the 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest. “Alabama is a photographer’s paradise thanks to its wide variety of natural landscapes, native plants and wildlife and outdoor recreation opportunities. From the north Alabama mountains to the state’s Gulf Coast, the winning images in the 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest highlight the natural beauty of our great state.