Project Say Something
A discussion with founder Camille Bennett
Camille Bennett was born in Cleveland, Ohio, but has called the Shoals her home since she was thirteen. Since then,…
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‘Tis the Season(ing)
Contributors share their traditions in food, friends and family
Smelling grandma’s pumpkin pie. Spotting the elf on a shelf. Serving dinner at the soup kitchen. Playing board games. The…
The King in the Kitchen
Carter McGuyer Design Group brings design to your kitchen
With our area being so affluent in the arts, it’s no surprise we have the kitchen covered, too. Carter McGuyer,…
Passport to the world
An annual event that provides cultural exchange
Each year in November, the International Affairs Office at the University of North Alabama holds an event called “Passport to…
The world (or universe) of astrophotography as seen by Kris David
Kris Smith captures out-of-this-world spectacles
Scroll through Kris David’s Instagram and you’ll soon discover his pictures are something special. Starry skies that resemble magazine pictures…
Good eatin’ for a good cause
Florence's first food truck festival offers chance to fuel up
Do you enjoy the fun of summertime festivals? Do you like to eat good food? What about supporting nonprofits for…
Goodbye stigmas, hello health
UNA organization Active Minds is raising awareness about mental health
Did you know that one out of four college students suffers from a mental health disorder? Mental health is a topic…
Get your head in the game
7 mindfulness apps
As students, we’re used to relying on our smartphones to help us with everything. From paying bills to reminding us…
It’s a bird, it’s a plane — or it’s International Drone Day
No 'Attack of the Drones' here, just versatility
What comes to your mind when you think of drones? Perhaps the military. Maybe you think of drones as being…
Exercise: The ultimate brain-booster
It’s no secret that exercise is good for us. From our heart health, to appearance, to the way we feel,…
Spring Break Stay-cation
With the arrival of spring comes college and high school kids’ favorite: spring break. While many students opt for lavish trips to tropical destinations, not all of us are so lucky. If you’re looking for a fun and affordable way to enjoy your break, look no further.
Day 1 – Tuscumbia Spend time in Tuscumbia, AL, birthplace of Helen Keller. Begin by touring the grounds of Ivy Green…
To Spin or Not to Spin
A dive into the controversy of popular fidget spinners
What’s small, colorful, spins and causes teachers to loathe? Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know the answer…