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West Alabama Thursday Briefing
Good morning, West Alabama! It is Thursday July 4, 2024, Independence Day!!. This is the day we traditionally celebrate our nations' independence from England. No longer were we a colony of the greatest empire in the world at the time but also a nation that could be repressive in governing their far-flung subjects.
Alabama Loses 4-Star LB
Alabama picked up a top commit earlier on Wednesday, then picked up a kicker commit from one of the top ones in the country. Alabama also has had an active day on the decommitment side, losing four-star athlete Zymear Smith. Alabama lost another recruit on Wednesday night, with a linebacker decommitting from the Crimson Tide.
Northport Man Faces 10 Felony Charges for Having & Sharing Child Pornography
A Northport man was arrested Wednesday and charged with 10 felonies related to child pornography, police said. Captain Phil Simpson, the commander of the West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force, said they collaborated with the Northport Police Department to arrest 34-year-old Casey Lee Kirkman Wednesday on charges related to child sexual abuse material.
Why You Absolutely Shouldn’t Dump Salt Down Your Drains
A trend has emerged that has people pouring large amounts of salt down the drains in their home. It's not about cutting salt out of their diets. Salt is becoming a go-to solution as a way to make a cheap drain cleaner. But salt alone can't get the job down.
Three-Star Athlete Decommits from Bama
Alabama had been hot on the recruiting trail, but the Crimson Tide's cold summer got a little warmer with Kalen DeBoer's first decommitment during his time as the Crimson Tide's head coach. According to Hayes Fawcett of On3, four-star athlete Zymear Smith has recommitted from the University of Alabama. Smith...
Alabama Earns Commitment From No. 4 Kicker
Alabama's special teams have been a point of contention. over the Nick Saban dynasty, with elite-level punters but subpar kickers. That dynamic changed in Tuscaloosa with the addition of Will Recihard, who ended up setting the NCAA record for points in a single season. With Reichard heading to the NFL,...
How to Mow Breathtaking Patterns Into Your Lawn
Your house can be the showstopper on the block with the right equipment and a few hours of work on your lawn. Eye-catching patterns mowed into lawns have become popular thanks to a series of recent tutorials shared on social media. Some of these patterns were only thought to be...
Nate Oats Hires Another NBA Assistant
Alabama basketball has been in the search for an assistant coach this offseason now that Alabama has completed the roster construction for its 2024-2025 season. Alabama is returning the NBA for another assistant coach. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Nate Oats and Alabama are hiring Brian Adams of the...
Massive Eagle Ray Jumps In Alabama Family Boat
So close your eyes and imagine this scenario. You are in your boat enjoying a relaxing day of fishing. The sun is shining as you watch your bobber float on the emerald green water surface of the Gulf of Mexico. Hoping to make the catch of the day. You hear your family laughing as they enjoy the day on the lake with you when all of a sudden your wife screams as a 400-pound Eagle Ray attacks your wife.
AI-Powered Ammo Vending Machine Selling Bullets at Tuscaloosa Grocery Store
City officials said Tuesday that an ammunition vending machine powered by artificial intelligence selling bullets in a Tuscaloosa grocery store is both real and legal. During a briefing of the Tuscaloosa City Council before their regular slate of meetings, city council president Kip Tyner asked police chief Brent Blankley and other municipal leaders to explain a vending machine selling people ammunition at the Fresh Value store on at the corner of Skyland and McFarland Boulevards.
Alabama Lands 4-Star Edge Prospect
Alabama's defense was depleted following the NFL draft declarations and the transfer portal moves following the retirement of former head coach Nick Saban. The outside linebacker room was one of the hardest hit, losing Dallas Turner to the first round of the NFL draft and Chris Braswell to the second round of the NFL draft.
Tuscaloosa’s DCH Hospital Offers Ice Cream for Blood Donations Today
Folks in Tuscaloosa can grab a cold treat while performing a crucial service while the DCH Health System hosts their “Give a Pint, Get a Pint” Blood Drive today, July 3rd. In a press release, a DCH spokesperson said the summer brings an increased demand for blood supplies, which are low all over the United States.
West Alabama Wednesday Briefing
Good morning West Alabama. It is Wednesday July 3, 2024. A lot of people from the area are at or headed to the beaches of Alabama and the Florida Panhandle over the long holiday weekend. Many have been keeping a wary eye on the killer Hurricane Beryle as it churns across Carribean and into the southern Gulf of Mexico. There is good news and bad news about the Category 4 tropical system.
Expect Concerning Heat Index Values up to 108 in West Alabama
Another summer day in the South. Another day of rising heat index values. Please remember that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a “Heat Advisory” until Thursday, July 4 at 9 p.m. Some areas could experience heat...
West Alabama July Fourth Weather, Rain, Temp & Heat Index Guide
Townsquare Media hopes you enjoy all the summertime festivities surrounding the Independence Day holiday. Our handy West Alabama guide will help you stay informed about the weather, rain chances, temperatures, and heat index values. Holiday Weather, Rain Chance, & Temperature Guide. News, Local News, Alabama News, Weather, Local Weather, Alabama...
Alabama Single Game Tickets On Sale Soon
Crimson Tide fans who are in search of single-game tickets rather than full ticket packages will soon have their wish, as the University of Alabama announced on Tuesday that single-game tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, July 9, at 9:00 a.m. CT. Tickets can be found at RollTide.com and...
Alabama Earns 2025 Tight End Commitment
Kalen DeBoer's offense features a lot of heavy passing schemes using tight ends as chip blockers and in the passing game. Tight ends have been a position that Alabama did not utilize a ton in the past, with names such as OJ Howard and Irv Smith Jr. shining in limited targets in Alabama's offense.
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Tuscaloosa’s Celebration on the River Returns to Amphitheater & Airwaves Thursday
Tuscaloosa will once again celebrate the nation's independence when the Celebration on the River returns to the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater and local airwaves on Thursday. The annual Fourth of July show will feature fireworks, kids' activities, live music from the Tuscaloosa Symphony orchestra and more at the Amphitheater. As in years...
Meet The Most Unusual Pet In West Alabama
You are not gonna believe this one. I thought it was a joke the first time I heard the name of this creature. I didn't believe it was real. Now, I have seen it with my own two eyes and I know it's real. You are about to meet the...
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