Eat Anniston, AL Makes the Milken Institutes Best Performing Cities Report Good news for our community! The Anniston, Alabama, metro area has achieved its highest ranking in three years in the Milken Institute’s 2025 Best-Performing Cities Report! Our area proudly placed in the Top 200 Small Cities for economic growth.Particularly, we saw standout rankings in these key areas: 49th for Wage Growth 38th for Housing Affordability 42nd for Short-Term […]
Stay Winter Weather Home Tips Here are some tips to help keep your home warm and safe during freezing winter weather: Insulate Your Home: Check insulation in your attic, walls, and floors. Use weatherstripping around doors and windows to prevent drafts. Seal Leaks: Look for gaps around pipes, vents, and electrical outlets, and seal them with caulk or foam. Maintain […]
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Eat McClellan Community Welcome  to  McCLELLAN McClellan is a 10,000 acre master-planned community in scenic Anniston, Alabama that was once a part of Fort McClellan Army Base until its closure in 1999.Today, the McClellan Development Authority oversees the economic growth of this charming, historic community, offering property development opportunities for Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Education, and Research and Technology […]
Stay GETUP Anniston Business Classes Main Street Anniston, in partnership with leading local organizations, is thrilled to present the GETUP Anniston program—a comprehensive series of FREE business classes designed to guide you through every step of starting and growing your own business. The 6 Week Course Covers: Business Concept and Planning: Learn how to transform your idea into a solid business plan. Market […]
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Eat Christmas Cookies Ranks Top of Santa’s List The most popular Christmas dessert can vary by region, but one of the most universally loved treats is Christmas cookies. These come in many forms, such as sugar cookies, gingerbread, and shortbread, and are often decorated with festive icing and sprinkles. Other popular Christmas desserts include: Buche de Noel (Yule Log): A traditional French dessert […]
Stay Considering Tiny Living? Answer These Questions to Decide If you’ve considered switching to the tiny lifestyle, you likely have plenty of questions about best practices and how it actually works. Below, experts offer answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding tiny home living.   How Small Is a Tiny House? How small is a tiny home, really? Local building codes […]
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Eat Redbird Willow Farm Pumpkin Season Rebird Willow Farm in Saks, Alabama is hosting their first annual Pumpkin Patch in our community!  I am a proud sponsor of this event and the Llama Red PJ Halloween Dance Party!  It’s going to be a great day for everyone to come out and enjoy the farm!  They have all kinds of animals, even […]
Play Home Upgrades That Cost Less Than $100 14 Easy—and Impactful—Best of all, you can do them all on your own. By Lindsay Tigar Paint Your Front Door Courtesy of Behr If on your early evening walks you always admire the neighbor down the block who painted their front door a striking, bold red, why not follow their lead? Painting your front door a […]
Stay What’s Up with new Buyer Rules? As of August 17th, 2024, a REALTOR® who is “working with” a buyer will be required to have a written agreement with the buyer prior to touring a home. While this is an industry change to be aware of, it benefits buyers because it clearly and transparently outlines the service an agent will provide and […]
Stay 45 Fireplace Decor Ideas These creative design tricks will light up your living room. By Caroline Picard and Alyssa Gautieri Layer Vintage Mirrors Create height and dimension by leaning mirrors on the mantel. Here, blogger Sarah Vandiver pairs a floor-size mirror with a smaller version of the same design. In this sunny living room, the mirrors help reflect natural light in the […]
Play Witches Ride & Walk in Oxford – October 19th! Join the City of Oxford, Alabama  for their 5th annual Witches Ride & Walk on Main. It’s a spirited stroll through historic downtown Oxford on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 6 PM.   The event will take participants along a route through Main Street, Snow Street, Choccolocco Street, and Oak Street. All attendees are required to […]
Play Choccolocco Park’s “Battle at the Big House” The city of Oxford, Alabama is excited to be hosting “Battle at the Big House” a series of fall softball games at our beautiful Choccolocco Park! Each event will include top collegiate teams from around the state of Alabama and Georgia competing against each other. On Saturday, September 21, 2024, softball games include a series […]
Play Rock’n Rooster Opens in Jacksonville, AL Located on the 3 Square in Jacksonville, Alabama, Rock’n Rooster Saloon is opening!  You must be 21+ To Enter and boots are optional.   The grand opening will be held on August 29th and the entire Gamecock Nation is ready for a new spot in town!  Food / Drinks / Live Music / SportsBalcony VIP Reservations […]
Stay A Night In New Orleans for The Right Place The ERA King Team had a great time supporting The Right Place Annual Fundraiser at the Kress in Anniston, AL!  We ate, gave back, danced and networked all for the RIGHT REASONS. WE OFFER ASSISTANCE IN MANY FORMS   “MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID” TRAINING COURSE     We are proud to offer ”Mental Health First Aid” training […]
Stay The Younger Generation is Shaking Up Home Staging Out With the Old, In With the Bold Born between 1997 and 2012, this generation is bringing a fresh, vibrant perspective to homeownership and interior design and shaking up the traditional norms of property styling. To capture the attention of these young investors, you’ll need to understand their preferences and adapt your staging strategies accordingly. […]
Eat Brewed On The Trail If you haven’t checked out Coldwater Mountain Brewpub in Anniston, AL you should!  Great food, atmosphere and entertainment. Brewed on the trail – Made in Anniston, AL  #inourbackyard With a focus on comfortable atmosphere, an extensive bar program, and excellent beer crafted in house, the goal is to maintain a restaurant that has something for […]
Play Prepare Your Home for Vacation Summertime is vacation time for many of us – a chance to take a well-deserved break and enjoy the warm weather with friends or loved ones. Before you start packing your bags for a sunny getaway, spend a little time preparing your property for your absence. Here are some useful things to do in and […]
Stay How to Keep Your Lawn Superb Top 5 lawn tips for summer 5 tips for maintaining a healthy lawn during the summer months: Proper watering: Water your lawn deeply but infrequently. Early morning is the best time to water as it reduces evaporation and allows the grass to dry before nightfall, minimizing the risk of diseases. Watering deeply encourages deep root […]