Laura Newland Hill joins Alabama Heritage to discuss all things Alabama League of Women Voters, Saxon the suffragist's mascot, her work at the Encyclopedia of Alabama, and the travels of her stuffed friend, Willadean. Hill is the communications manager for Encyclopedia of Alabama, an avid contributing writer to Alabama Heritage magazine, and is an active member of the Alabama Historical Association. She's also a suffragist re-enactor.

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Editor Susan Reynolds and Director Rebecca Minder discuss the features found in the Winter 2025 Issue 155. To order a copy of this edition of Alabama Heritage or to subscribe, visit AlabamaHeritage.com.

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Scotty E. Kirkland, an award-winning writer and historian, joins Alabama Heritage to discuss all things John L. LeFlore, his work at the Alabama Department of Archives and History, and the historical markers project he has been spearheading. Kirkland also talks about being Alabama Heritage's most prolific contributing writer and what it means to be a part of Alabama's history.

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In our inaugural episode, get to know the voices behind the microphone. Rebecca, Susan, and Caroline share fun facts, details, and more about the state of Alabama.