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ABC 33/50 Profiles Alabama’s Own Blue Bell Ice Cream


Topic: America250
Posted on 2/2/2026

Sinclair’s ABC 33/40 in Birmingham, Ala., profiled Alabama’s own Blue Bell Ice Cream, exploring their history and impact in the state and across the country. It’s a part of the company’s Amazing America 250 project, exploring the unique stories that have helped shape our nation. “In America, ice cream is more than dessert,” the station says. “It’s a summer staple, a celebration food, and for generations, a source of comfort.”



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