10 Things Longtime Alabamians Wish They Could Tell Newcomers
Unless you live in Alabama, there are some things you just won’t understand—no matter how hard you try. If you’re thinking about moving to Alabama, or you’ve recently moved here, be sure to familiarize yourself with the 10 things listed below. It’ll definitely make the moving transition easier.

Alabama is well known for its variety of food. From homestyle food to seafood, and ethnic food to soul food, there's something served here for everyone.

Some deer have even been known to dart across Alabama's major highways.
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Many quirky roadside attractions are found along Alabama's backroads, including this chicken made from car bumpers.
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You'll most certainly be counting down the days until fall.

From fairs and festivals, to concerts and plays, there's always something going on in Alabama.

There are many museums in Alabama that convey this importance through their impressive exhibits.

Because football season is just around the corner, there's no better time than right now to pick a side.

"I'm fixin' to," "I reckon' so" and "Hey y'all" are just a few of the phrases you'll catch an Alabamian saying on any given day.
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However, because Alabama's weather is so unpredictable, you might experience summer (high temps) during fall and winter (snow) during spring.

From waterfalls and lakes, to hiking trails and caves, Alabama is an outdoorsman's paradise.
After getting settled in, you’ll realize Alabama is the best state to call home. For 12 reasons why, click here.
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