Go ahead and roll your eyes. You’re thinking “best of” and “2020” do not belong in the same headline. Despite a global pandemic, record hurricanes, economic collapse, fires, floods, civil unrest and even murder hornets, good things still happened in spite of – or even in response to – the calamities. So, as 2020 draws to an end, let’s look back on the “Good News from Home” stories readers clicked on the most on Alabama NewsCenter.

The entertainment industry hinges on live performance and crowd interaction, so the pandemic was devastating. We were able to feature four Alabama Music Makers surviving a challenging 2020.

From Slapout through ‘American Idol,’ Jessica Meuse is an Alabama Music Maker on a journey

Jessica Meuse is an Alabama Music Maker enjoying her post-‘American Idol’ journey from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.

Belinda George Peoples is an Alabama Music Maker with a voice for many stages

Belinda George Peoples brings power and grace as an Alabama Music Maker from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.

COVID-19 not stopping Alabama Music Maker Rick Carter

Rick Carter is an Alabama Music Maker staying connected with fans from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.

Alabama Music Maker and firefighter releases new single

Alabama Music Maker Brad Allen releases “Start Again” from Alabama NewsCenter on Vimeo.