Cinco de Mayo: Where to go for the best Mexican-inspired ‘fiesta’ (updated)
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It might not be as big of a celebration in Mexico, but here in the United States, Cinco de Mayo might as well be another American holiday. Contrary to popular belief, the day was intended to commemorate Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza and his army’s surprise victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862—it is not the official day of Mexican independence. Still, all around the nation, restaurants, bars and organizations take hold of the day as an opportunity to offer specials and host events.
Turkey legs, toilets and traffic: best and worst of Toadlick Music Festival in Dothan (photos)
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While day two of Toadlick Music Festival is still underway at the Peanut Festival Fairgrounds in Dothan with headliner Luke Bryan set to take the stage at 10 p.m., some of the best, and worst, facets of the 3-day event are already on display.
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Phosphorescent album ‘Muchacho’ one of 2013′s best; Huntsville native Matthew Houck tells story behind LP (video)
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Singer/songwriter also discusses playing Letterman and getting cellphone calls from Willie Nelson.
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Shug at her BEST!
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This is one od my best friends! Just fooling around… No! She was not drunk!!
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Alabama Shakes, Dexateens, Lee Bains deliver Tuscaloosa’s best live show of 2012
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The Dexateens, Alabama Shakes and Lee Bains & The Glory Fires rocked out for a good cause, raising thousands of dollars for a family who lost their home in the April 27 tornado.
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Announcing Birmingham’s Best 2012: From restaurants to bars to views to clothing stores, winners in more than 80 categories
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We asked, and more than 2,000 of you voted this year for Birmingham’s Best 2012. There are a number of repeat winners, but a couple of upsets to make it interesting. Take a look at the list, and…
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Deadline is Sunday to vote for Birmingham’s Best 2012
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You’ve got one more weekend to vote for your favorites and help us name Birmingham’s Best for 2012.Below you’ll find 84 categories, encompassing everything from food to fitness to fine arts.Feel free to fill out the entire form,…
Best song of 2012? ‘Hold On’ by Alabama Shakes, says Rolling Stone (video)
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The soul-rock band from Athens takes the No. 1 spot in the music magazine’s year-end list, besting Taylor Swift, Bob Dylan, Jack White, Bruce Springsteen and many more.
Poll: What’s the best James Bond theme song of all-time? (video)
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McCartney, Adele, ‘Goldfinger’ and others vie for the 007 title.
Concert review: Emmylou Harris at her best in Birmingham (video)
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She’s a Red Dirt Girl, and we like her that way. The hometown favorite turned in a stellar performance at the Alys Stephens Center.
