Aydan Conchin

Love a good ghost story? Alabama is full of them! In APR's new series "Yellowhammer Haunted Histories," Digital Reporter Aydan Conchin explores spooky haunts — This week it's the story behind Jeffery the Ghost! Join her for a look at this lurid legend — if you dare!

Love a good ghost story? Alabama is full of them! In APR's new series "Yellowhammer Haunted Histories," Digital Reporter Aydan Conchin explores spooky sites — starting with the famously haunted Drish House in Tuscaloosa. Join her for a look at this lurid legend — if you dare!

Forget what you *think* you know about Alabama! Laura Hill, editor of the Encyclopedia of Alabama, shares some real Alabama education. The first 911 call? Made in Alabama. A grocery cart? It's a buggy, period. She talks to Quick-Fire Quips host about the unsung heroes and daredevils from the Yellowhammer State. If you're looking for honest, free Alabama history, look no further than the EOA!

Step into the peculiar world of Butch Anthony, a self-taught artist and maker of oddities, as he sits down with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors. In this episode, the mastermind behind Alabama's one-of-a-kind Museum of Wonder dives into the stories behind his "bone quilts," garfish curiosities and his famous Drive-Thru Museum in Seale. He also shares his passion for deviled eggs (even if they never make it to the potluck) and his continuing search for a feather from the elusive, possibly not-extinct Ivory-billed woodpecker.

Move over Flavortown! Birmingham native, author and chef Martie Duncan has made her mark on the Food Network, taking part as a contestant and judge on a variety of shows. She talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about the TV channel and her books while dishing on the best way to make a summer-time tomato sandwich. Plus... a secret confession!

Mark Berte is the Executive Director of the Alabama Coastal Foundation. He talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about the ACF's mission, the importance of sea turtle conservation, and his favorite coastal animal (hint: it's not a sea turtle). Plus, how Alabama the Beautiful is living up to the name!

Maigen Sullivan is an Alabama native and the co-founder and co-executive director of the nonprofit Invisible Histories. She talks with Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about her childhood obsession with Rouge from X-Men (spoiler alert: it's still going strong!) and embracing the mysteries of the universe. Plus, her love for the Yellowhammer State's mountains and the resilience of Alabamians.

Sandy Stimpson is the 108th Mayor of Mobile and a proponent of the Port City's history, museums, art and, of course, Mardi Gras! Now in his final term in office, he talks to Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about what lies ahead after public service. Plus, how his wife of 50 years, Jean, is always the boss!

T-Town native, graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Mayor of Tuscaloosa — Walt Maddox. Now in his sixth term in office, he talks to Quick-Fire Quips host Baillee Majors about football superstitions and his favorite local gems in the Druid City.

Communities across Alabama are gathering to commemorate a historic milestone — Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day. On May 9, Gov. Kay Ivey officially signed House Bill 165 into law. This legislation makes it permanent, meaning all offices in the Yellowhammer State will now close each year on June 19.