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Paul McDonald on American Idol

William Paul McDonald was born August 29, 1984 was born in Auburn, Alabama to parents Susan and Dave McDonald.

Burritt on the Mountain

Burritt on the Mountain was the first museum in Huntsville. In 1955, when Dr. William Henry Burritt died, he left his unique home to the city of Huntsville. The mansion is built in the shape of a cross and the walls are insulated with hay. There are 167 acres that surround the mansion, a historic park with log cabins and houses from the 19th century, farm animals and a historic garden. There is also a gift shop and four hiking trails.

Your Questions Answered About the Garden

The Huntsville Botanical Garden is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Huntsville. It has consistently made the "Top 20 Attractions in the Southeast" list. Located on Bob Wallace Avenue, the Huntsville Botanical Garden covers over 120 acres and has numerous festivals and activities to enjoy throughout the year. There is a tram that runs from the Huntsville Botanical Garden to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center nearby.

Taylor Hicks on American Idol

Taylor Hicks came to national attention as the gray-haired blues singer on American Idol 5. Taylor Hicks from Birmingham, Alabama has not only his grandmother and Soul Patrol fans, but judge Simon Cowell singing his praises. Taylor Hicks is the third person from Alabama to make the finals on American Idol: Ruben Studdard and Bo Bice were also from Alabama.

Huntsville Man is NASCAR Hopeful

Eric McClure, from Madison, Alabama, is a "wildcard" contestant trying to become one of 12 competitors on the newest of reality shows "Racin For A Livin"--a new reality show set to air on network television during January 2007.

Vonetta Flowers (Bobsledding)

Vonetta Flowers was the first black athlete from any country to ever win an Olympic Winter Games gold medal. With her team mate Jill Bakken, Vonetta Flowers won a Winter Olympics gold medal in women's bobsled in 2002.

Theatre Huntsville

Theatre Huntsville is the result of the 1997 merger of the 18-year-old Twickenham Repertory Company, Inc. (TRC), and the 47-year-old Huntsville Little Theatre (HLT).

Alabama's Bobby Jon Drinkard Tackles "Survivor" Again

Bobby Jon Drinkard of Troy, Alabama was one of the last two members of Oolong Tribe in 2005 "Suvivors: Palau." He was known for his hard work and good looks. Bobby Jon returned for a second chance at winning "Survivor: Guatemala" for the million dollar prize.

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