Tourism breaks another record; TVA investing $3.3 million in schools; Alabama airport turns 95

Tourism breaks another record

Tourists to Alabama spent $24.9 billion in the state, the fifth straight year tourist spending has increased. Twenty counties saw at least a 10% increase in tourist spending. â€“ Bama Buzz

TVA investing $3.3 million in schools

The Tennessee Valley Authority is investing more than $3.3 million in 121 schools in seven states, including Alabama. The funding to help schools reduce their energy bills is part of TVA’s School Uplift program. â€“ WGRV

Alabama airport turns 95

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The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport turns 95 this month. The airport opened on May 31, 1931, with an American Airways flight. Throughout the month, the airport is giving away gift cards and will have live music and a selfie station to commemorate its birthday. â€“ Bham Now