Where are you in Alabama and what brought you there? I don't know that much about Alabama, but I've driven through the state quite a few times.
I live in Birmingham. I moved here for a promotion. I love it the people are much friendlier than up north. I am still trying to find my way around the state but use my weekends to go exploring.
I see you are from Lousianna. I took a weekend to drive down there to see the wildlife. I was amazed at the beauty of the state, even though the ravages of Katrina are still evident.