It has never been a better time to be a hardcore movie, TV or book fan with conventions like Comic-Con and Dragon*Con increasing in popularity each year and the Internet giving fans a way to share their...

Correction: "American Idol" auditions were held on August 21, 2013, not August 22, 2013 as originally reported. The correction has been reflected in the story below. “American Idol” is once again...

During a recent trip visiting a longtime friend, I was introduced to the growing trend and culture of protein shakes. Yes, these blended beverages are often associated with trips to the gym, sweaty athletic...

Employers are not just looking for workers who can sell their products or ideologies; they want employees who can sell themselves. Personal branding is becoming increasingly important in the job market,...

Joel Bray walks around barefoot in the sandy soil of Shining Light Garden in Vero Beach, Fla., as he explains to a group of about 20 students from The University of Alabama how to properly harvest an onion....

Roxanne Harris never thought she would be coordinating a women’s prison ministry, but after 13 years, she continues to serve the community and enjoys every moment of it. Woman2Woman Empower-ment, founded...

Dean Roland, of the famous musical getup Collective Soul, has added a side project to his impressive résumé: the band Magnets and Ghosts, which will be making a stop in Tuscaloosa on its summer tour....

After dealing with a bat infestation this spring, Kentuck Art Center is still repairing the damage left behind. Emily Leigh, the interim director of Kentuck, said the bats were not the main cause of the...

I recently took a trip to the wonderful and fabulous Miami Beach and was able to experience all that it is known for – its beautiful beaches, awe-inspiring mansions and its unforgettable nightlife. What...