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Legendary civil rights attorney Fred Gray honored with statue in Alabama
Part of the country's incredible Civil Rights Trail, downtown Montgomery is no stranger to art representing history in its iconic spaces, and a living legend was recently honored for his role in the movement. Fred Gray, once described by Martin Luther King, Jr., as "the general counsel" of the protest movement was recently honored with a statue.
9 Alabama bars + restaurants with patios for your next night out
Happy Small Business Week! Main Street Alabama has enjoyed working on a downtown plan with the designated community of Florence. We recently spied one of its small businesses on this Bama Buzz list!
Hawt Mess receives Main Street 'Ignitor' grant
Congrats to this local Atmore business for being one of the four remaining AL Spark grant recipients! Because of its "bright idea," the business will be awarded $5,000 to make an economic impact on the community's small business landscape.
Love for Local Businesses in Downtown Alexander City
Main Street Alex City is always pushing out fun events and specials happening in its small business community! Check out all the specialty shops featured on its website and scoot over to its Facebook page for the latest and greatest stops for deals and community socials.
Downtown Anniston "farm" focuses on nutrition
When it comes to small business, even the tiniest seed can yield big results...like Aquality Farms in downtown Anniston! Although this family-owned and operated small business has been part of the Anniston community for two decades, a downtown storefront opening was recently celebrated by the company that focuses on wholesome, natural products and farming methods that "cultivate" a sustainable future. Sounds delicious! Happy Small Business Week!
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