Calera, Alabama was named after the Spanish word for “limestone” as the surrounding area was rich with the sedimentary rocks. Located within Shelby and Chilton counties it’s the fastest growing city in the state. There’s much to see and do in the vicinity. You can visit wineries, picnic in pretty parks, play a round of golf …
The city of Fairfield, Alabama was founded in 1910. It was originally planned as a new city to house workers from the local steelworks. The city is known for its steel industry, although in recent years the workforce has become smaller, some plants remain and can be viewed as you walk through the city. Fairfield’s …
Irondale is a city and suburb of Birmingham, Alabama, and is known as the inspiration for the book and 1991 film “Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café”. The city was named Irondale in 1887 after the Irondale Furnace, the first furnace to resume operation following the Civil War. Today, the city’s rich heritage …
Leeds is a charming city located in the eastern suburb of Birmingham, Alabama. Founded in 1877, it was a place for workers of a nearby manufacturing plant to live following the Civil War. Its fertile land, rich minerals and coal attracted many new settlers to the area, and its proximity to the Little Cahaba River, …
Moody is one of the fastest growing cities in Alabama. Located 22 miles northeast of Birmingham, it was incorporated in 1962 and is a relatively modern city in St. Clair County. It sits between Leeds and Odenville, offering easy access to world-class motorsports museums, lakeside parks, outlet shopping malls and the popular Alabama wine trail. Whether …
The city of Atmore, Alabama is located 54 miles northeast of Mobile, Alabama and around 50 miles north of Pensacola, Florida. The city was named by Mr. Carney, a sawmill owner in the town. He named it Atmore after his close friend C.P. Atmore, passenger agent for the railroad who had never visited the city. …
The city of Chelsea, Alabama is situated in a scenic area of Shelby County between Birmingham and Talladega National Forest. Since its incorporation in 1996, it has become one of Alabama’s fastest growing cities, and popular with families seeking a tranquil, friendly location in which to live. There is much to see and do in …
The city of Pleasant Grove, Alabama is also nicknamed by locals as “The Good Neighbour City” for its friendly atmosphere. It lies around 10 miles west of Birmingham in the suburbs of the city. Pleasant Grove was founded in 1889 and has a rich history to discover. With parks, golf courses, museums and indoor events …
The city of Russellville sits in Franklin County, Alabama, 18 miles south of Muscle Shoals. It was named after Major William Russell an early settler who assisted with the construction of Andrew Jackson’s military road which was to run between Nashville and New Orleans. The city is famed for its annual Watermelon Festival which showcases …
The city of Tuskegee lies on the edge of picturesque Tuskegee National Forest, 39 miles east of Montgomery, Alabama. The name “Tuskegee” comes from a Muskogee word “Taskeke” which means “warriors”. The city was founded by General Thomas Simpson Woodward in 1833, and today, it’s one of the largest cities in Macon County. It has …