Judy Culbreth
The Legacy of Marquis de Lafayette
The French general’s victory lap in America was one of the greatest public events of the 19th century and Alabama’s first elaborate statewide party. For Mobile, the gains were even higher. Centuries later, we’re still celebrating.
Double Star Home
Carol and Mike Gordon had lots of time to dream about the house they’d one day build. Their thoughtful musings set the stage for the most unique home in Alabama — perhaps in the country.
A Rich Heritage
Hospitality entrepreneur Sandy Beall takes rugged refinement to the next level at the classic mountain retreat High Hampton in Cashiers, North Carolina.
The Drive-In Generation
I am about 7 years old, pajama-clad and holding hands with two of my sisters as we skip to the swing sets....
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Flix and Grits
In 1909, after blowing almost all the profits for his best seller, “The Jungle, ” on lavish communal quarters in New...
The First and Last Picture Show
Nearly 90 years ago, a young, idealistic lawyer realized his dream of opening a theater. Some may have considered the enterprise...
Street Smarts
“With the exception of Cuba, Dauphin is, historically, the most prominent and interesting island in the Gulf of Mexico.” So wrote...