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UNA’s Fishing Team Takes Top Wins in National Tournaments

Mar. 20, 2026

The University of North Alabama Fishing Team has achieved the pinnace of competitive bass fishing after a series of landmark achievements at the 2026 Bassmaster Classic that wrapped up recently in Knoxville, Tenn.

UNA Launches Speakers’ Bureau of Faculty Experts

Mar. 19, 2026

The Office of Media and Public Relations at the University of North Alabama has launched a Speakers’ Bureau of faculty experts, representing a wide array of areas of expertise across a variety of fields, in order to share the breadth and depth of knowledge housed in each of UNA’s four academic colleges.

Shoals Music Archive Launches Historic Exhibit; Images Showcases the Dynamic Musical Heritage from the Region

Mar. 17, 2026

The Shoals Music Archive, a comprehensive collection of artifacts and memorabilia that capture the dynamic and diverse musical history of North Alabama from the 19th century to the present, has unveiled its first exhibit of images and photographs detailing this distinct and notable heritage. On display to the public beginning March 20 through April 24, the exhibit is available for viewing at the Galley 126 on Tombigbee Street in downtown Florence.

Drone Show, Fireworks, Music, and More – Light the Fountain’s 10th Anniversary Provides a Night to Remember

Mar. 13, 2026

In the 10 years since Light the Fountain was initiated as a spring-time tradition on the University of North Alabama campus, much has changed. The Fountain itself, an iconic and beloved part of Harrison Plaza, has even been rebuilt after its collapse in December of 2019. What has not changed, however, is the excitement and vibrant atmosphere that has come to characterize Alabama’s Best College Block Party® that’s also known as Light the Fountain.

George Lindsey UNA Film Festival Kicks off March 5

Mar. 02, 2026

The University of North Alabama will welcome the return of Alabama’s longest-running film festival when the 29th George Lindsey UNA Film Festival kicks off Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. at the UNA School of the Arts Galley on Tombigbee Street in downtown Florence.

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Spencer Family Names UNA’s College of Education and Human Sciences

Through a generous gift to the University of North Alabama, James “Jim” Spencer and his wife, Sherry, have established an endowment for UNA’s College of Education and Human Sciences to name the College the Colonel (Ret.) James and Sherry Spencer College of Education and Human Sciences.

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UNA’s Department of Entertainment Industry Named Among Billboard’s 2025 Top Music Business Schools

The Department of Entertainment Industry program at the University of North Alabama has been named among Billboard’s 2025 Top Music Business Schools in an announcement by the publication.

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• North Alabama in the News

• Legendary Shoals Sound takes center stage in new exhibit
  Mar. 19, 2026 - 256 Today
• Discover North Alabama's music legacy at Florence's new exhibit
  Mar. 19, 2026 - WAAY 31
• Shoals Music Archive exhibit opens Friday
  Mar. 18, 2026 - TimesDaily
• Shoals Music Archive debuts free exhibit in downtown Florence
  Mar. 17, 2026 - FOX 54
• Shoals Music Archive opens exhibit in downtown Florence
  Mar. 17, 2026 - WHNT 19
• UNA senior becomes third-youngest Classic winner
  Mar. 16, 2026 - TimesDaily
• Nation qualifier Nutt storms into Classic lead with 26-11 limit
  Mar. 15, 2026 - AnglersChannel.com
• UNA’s ‘Light The Fountain’ returns Thursday night for 10th year celebration
  Mar. 12, 2026 - WAFF 48
• UNA to celebrate 10th anniversary of Light the Fountain
  Mar. 11, 2026 - TimesDaily
• George Lindsey UNA Film Festival celebrates 29th year in Florence
  Mar. 10, 2026 - 256 Today

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