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Alabama 4-H Brings New Ideas to National AITC Conference

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Two Alabama 4-H professionals brought a fresh perspective to the 2024 national Ag in the Classroom (AITC) conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Youth Development Coordinator Austin Blankenship and Urban Regional Extension Agent Tyler Thompson presented a new lesson plan designed to engage students with the agriculture industry and the origins of their food. The pair teamed up to create this innovative lesson plan aimed at highlighting cutting-edge technology and sparking...
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Lamar County Sisters Win Big at 4-H Fur and Feathers Show - Alabama Cooperative Extension System

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Lamar County 4-H members Elizabeth and Alaina Knight won high honors at the 2024 Alabama 4-H Fur and Feathers show in Montgomery, Alabama.
Elizabeth won Alabama 4-H Junior Supreme Showman in the rabbit division. She also earned first place in the rabbit and poultry showmanship divisions, and her artwork won first place in the rabbit division.
“I was really happy when I won showmanship for rabbits and poultry but extremely excited when it was announced that I won the Jun...
Sweet Grown Alabama •

The Return of the Alabama Peach Crop

The earlier in the season, the clingier the stone, meaning the pit of the peach is harder to pull away from the flesh. The early weeks of June produce a variety with less clingy stones, allowing for the flesh and skin of the peach to pull away easier. The very popular freestone varieties can be found starting in late June.

According to owner and operator of Boozer Farms in Chilton County, Taylor Hatchett, the conditions leading up to this season have been ideal which will allow consumers to exp
Vallo Vision News •

Old Hymns and Deviled Eggs

Easter is one of my favorite holidays and for me, the most important. Families gathering together, celebrating their faith and sharing their traditions is the epitome of Southern culture.

Fellowship is a strong pillar of the Christian faith and it is often centered around food, especially Easter and nothing quite embodies this Spring holiday like old gospel hymns and your Grandmother’s deviled eggs recipe. In case it got lost somewhere in translation, I’ve got one just for you.

Everyone’s reci
Vallo Vision News •

The best way to enjoy your in season strawberries

Phil the groundhog confirmed that spring is on the way and with that comes strawberry season. If you’re from the south, you can agree that one of the best ways to enjoy your in season fruit is with a warm slice of poundcake and whip cream.
• Start by preheating your oven to 325 degrees.
• Prepare a tube pan by coating it with oil and flour to prevent sticking
• Using a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and cream cheese
• Add in sugar and beat until fluffy
• Add in your 6 eggs one at a
The Alabamian •

“This is my dream, this is my future”: UM senior aces LSAT

University of Montevallo senior political science and sociology double major Alex Martinez made a perfect score on the Law School Admission Test.

The LSAT is a rigorous exam that determines your entry into law school, that students often spend months or years preparing for. The test scores range from 120 to 180.

When Martinez first came to UM, he decided to take a leap of faith by majoring in political science after discovering his passion for politics and government. Law school is a popular p
Vallo Vision News •

Ivy Odom’s journey to dream career at Southern Living Magazine

Southern celebrity, Ivy Odom, is an example of how putting in hard work and having diverse experience will help you stand out when looking for a career in the media field.

Odom is a graduate from the University of Georgia with degrees in consumer journalism and spanish. She now works at Southern Living Magazine as a recipe developer and social media content creator.

Odom is from Moultire Georgia, where some of her most fond memories from growing up are working with her family in the kitchen.
The Alabamian •

‘It was right up my alley.’ UM senior talks about experience as Outdoor Scholar

Ethan Honaker, George York and Scooter Stano on a hunt with the Outdoor Scholars Program. Courtesy of Outdoor Scholars Program.

University of Montevallo senior Ethan Honaker has traveled all over the country to pursue his passion of working outdoors, all thanks to the President’s Outdoor Scholars Program.

The program is a unique opportunity for college students interested in the outdoors to obtain a degree while learning about and working with the outdoor industry. As part of the program, stud
The Alabamian •

UM student completes summer internship with Bassmaster

Every year students spend hours searching for the perfect internship to prepare them for life post-graduation. For sophomore business management major, River Eubanks, his internship with Bassmaster could not have been more perfect.

Eubanks is from Ardmore, Oklahoma and a member of the Outdoor Scholars Program, the Fishing Team and the Honors Program here at UM. He spent this summer working as the Business Communication Intern for Bassmaster, an organization that runs a nationwide bass fishing t
Vallo Vision News •

Local chef takes his love for cooking to national television

Jonathan Harrison, a Shelby County native, recently put his home chef skills to the test by flying out to Las Vegas, Nev., to be on the show Next Level Chef. Not only did he gain culinary experience through working alongside famous chefs like Gordon Ramsay and form life-long friendships, he was able to bring his community together through his passion for cooking.

“It’s the perfect little spot,” said Harrison about his his hometown, Columbiana, Ala. It has been a place where he has “mastered the
The Alabamian •

“A Just Reckoning: Finding Deeper, Truer King House Narratives”: a seminar unearthing the history behind King House

The history of The University of Montevallo goes much deeper than what you might think on the surface. It plays a role in the history of central Alabama, the effects of which we are still seeing today.

On Sept. 14, Dr. Melanie Morrison, a descendant of Edmund King’s daughter, Elizabeth King, held a seminar in Carmichael Library where she shared her experiences while researching the suppressed stories of racism, prejudice and abuse surrounding King House.

The seminar “A Just Reckoning: Finding
Vallo Vision News •

Gold Side claims 48th College Night victory

The University of Montevallo’s homecoming tradition is one unlike any other. After a long season of late night rehearsals, athletic practices and numerous cabinet meetings, Gold Side claimed their 48th College Night Victory.

The leaders, cast and cabinet members from both sides filled the Palmer Stage following both shows, anticipating the announcement of the winner. After a teasing speech, SGA President, Colton Rodano, said the side’s catch phrase, “Pure as Gold.”

As issues of newspaper annou
The Alabamian •

“Love is all around”: My guide to Valentine’s Day

With New Years in the rearview and spring fast approaching, the dreaded by some and loved by others- Valentine’s Day is upon us again. Whether you are in a committed relationship, single or somewhere in-between, here is my guide on how to make the most of your Valentine’s Day.

There is more to this ambivalent holiday than Dove chocolates and stuffed teddy bears. Instead of focusing on elaborate gestures and buying gifts, focus on celebrating the love around you, romantic or platonic.

For those
Vallo Vision News •

The girls behind the gold

If you have ever played in the game of College Night, you know that a victory is no easy task. Dedication and teamwork from the cast, cabinet and leaders is a huge factor in pulling it off.

In an in studio interview with Vallo Vision News, Gold Side co-leader, Anna Brasfield said “The hard work of everyone paid off. It was very surprising and good to feel.”

The process for College Night begins each spring. It begins with electing 2 leaders for each side and over the summer the leaders choose t
The Alabamian •

Montevallo’s spring has sprung

Tulips at the Festival of Tulips. Photo by Ashlee Hall, Lifestyles editor.

When you think of Montevallo, tourist attractions might not be the first thing to come to mind, but, every spring, hundreds of people travel to the city to stroll the colorful isles of the Festival of Tulips.

The festival is put on every spring by The American Village. Preparation begins months in advance by planting thousands of tulip bulbs that begin to bloom in late February and reach peak bloom in early March.

The
The Alabamian •

A weekend guide to Montevallo

Moving away for college can be stressful, but choosing how to spend your free time in your new city does not have to be. Here are some of our recommendations on how to spend a weekend in Montevallo.

Start out your morning with your favorite coffee order at one of our three local coffee shops: Baba Java or C’s Coffee which are located off campus or Einstein’s Bagels on campus in Farmer Hall.

Your next stop should be something outdoors before the Alabama heat sets in. A walk in Orr Park to see t
The Alabamian •

Your guide to UM sorority recruitment

With BamaRushTok trending once again, it can leave students who are planning to go through the recruitment process here at Montevallo somewhat uneasy. Unlike the nature of rush at the University of Alabama, the recruitment process here is unique and designed to be a fun and lighthearted experience.

What makes Greek life at UM different from other institutions is the diversity of the chapters and the support that they provide for each other throughout the year.

“Don’t worry about RushTok when c
The Alabamian •

UM student organizations making a difference in the community

Amidst their busy schedules, students at the University of Montevallo are getting creative in their ways of giving back to the community.

The university has over 100 student organizations, ranging from Greek life chapters, to SGA and University Program Council. Many of them host or participate in community service events to support various philanthropies.

With so many clubs raising money for various causes, students have to think of interesting ways to encourage participation in their philanth