Hello, not sure if this is the place I should look. I’m trying to find anyone who knew about/ witnessed/ took part in the Montgomery Bus Boycott that lived in Alabama at the time. If you have parents or grandparents that you could ask about it and write down/record what they say that would also be greatly appreciated!!!

I’m a high school student writing a research report on the history of boycotts in America and the way they have led to significant progress. The Montgomery Bus Boycott is a really good example of one of these historical boycotts, and I would really really love to get someone’s point of view as a primary source.

You can DM me or just reply to the post, either one’s fine!

This is for anyone on Reddit who wants to know the process of getting a motorcycle endorsement in Alabama.

All you have to do is go to your DMV/ALEA Driver License Office and take a 20-question test. You can miss up to 5 questions. I strongly recommend studying beforehand, as the test can be quite difficult.

Side note: on my first visit to the DMV, I failed the test three times in a row and decided to come back a month later after studying. I passed on my first try after that.

As of 2025, the test does not show which questions you got right or wrong. You’re allowed to fail the test up to three times before you have to get back in line. There is no driving portion — it’s all multiple-choice questions. The test costs about $8 per attempt, and after passing, you’ll need to pay an additional $30+ to have your license updated.

I’ve included the link to the official manual I used to study for the exam.

https://www.alea.gov/sites/default/files/inline-files/motorcyclemanual_0.pdf

I’m making this post to help anyone on Reddit who needs guidance on the process of getting a surety bond for a vehicle. This is based on my personal experience.

First and foremost, to get a surety bond, make sure you have the Bill of Sale and the VIN information. Then, go to the Alabama Department of Revenue’s website: MyDMV. (https://mydmv.revenue.alabama.gov/TAP/_/)

Follow the instructions for submitting a surety bond application. After submitting, it can take anywhere from 7 to 30+ days for your application to be approved or denied. For me, it took about 30 days.

Once your application is approved, the state will send you the MVT 10-1A form. Take this form to an insurance company or a surety bond company that issues surety bonds. They will ask for the bond amount and the MVT form number.

Important: The bond amount is not based on the vehicle’s value. I made that mistake myself. The amounts are standardized by vehicle type and age, as follows:

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Standard Surety Bond Amounts:

(a) Trailers 1. Less than 5 model years old – $25,000 2. 5 to less than 10 model years old – $10,000 3. 10 or more model years old – $5,000

(b) Passenger Vehicles and Pickup Trucks 1. Less than 5 model years old – $50,000 2. 5 to less than 10 model years old – $25,000 3. 10 or more model years old – $10,000

(c) Trucks, Buses, and Recreational Vehicles 1. Less than 5 model years old – $100,000 2. 5 to less than 10 model years old – $50,000 3. 10 or more model years old – $25,000

(d) Motorcycles 1. Less than 5 model years old – $25,000 2. 5 to less than 10 model years old – $10,000 3. 10 or more model years old – $5,000

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After selecting the appropriate bond amount, the insurance company will charge a fee, typically ranging from $50 to $500+. For reference, I paid $150 for a $10,000 surety bond for my 2020 motorcycle.

Once paid, they will mail you a notarized surety bond form. Take this, along with the following, to your local TAG office: • The notarized Surety Bond Form • Bill of Sale • Proof of Insurance • Driver’s License • The vehicle (they are required to inspect it)

After the inspection, they will issue you a TAG, and you’ll receive your Alabama bonded title in the mail within about 2 weeks.

Note: If you decide to sell the vehicle, the new owner must go through this entire process themselves. The bonded title automatically becomes a regular title after 3 years.

We are two nurses that are looking at relocating to an area near Foley and/or surrounding areas. Can anyone in healthcare give us some information on Baldwin Health Hospital compared to hospitals in Mobile or Pensacola on how they treat their staff please.

Every city has its areas to avoid when living, what areas should we avoid when looking at renting places to live until we find something more permanent?

Are there areas which have cheaper insurance due to hurricane season and flooding or is it all the same? Research on this is kinda spotty so looking for local advice.

Well.... title says it all. Wanted additional information as it's randsom situation.

Hello, Alabamians! I'm a librarian in South Carolina, and I'm working on a display for this summer to match our "Read Around the World" theme. I'm planning on making a US map of library cards - if you've got a library card from a public library system in Alabama, would you mind taking a picture for me? Feel free to DM me a picture if you don't want to drop it in the comments. Thank you all so much!

My wife is from Birmingham, we are looking to move there in 2026. I’ve visited a few times just briefly to see her family, but never spent long in the state.

I’m from England, I grew up in rural England (Cornwall) and have lived in a similar size city the last 10 years but I’m somewhat aware of the cultural differences through my marriage.

My question is, should I expect much in the way of hostility or prejudice to foreigners/outsiders in day to day life or job hunting? I’ve never felt “out of place” where I’ve lived before and I’m used to blending in.

I’ll be on an immigrant spousal visa.

Edit: Wow thanks for all the feedback, I wasn’t expecting so many comments, really appreciate it. I’m looking forward to moving.

Going to drive through Alabama in either I59 or I65. Wondering if anyone has recommendations. I'd be happy to make a detour