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Tuscaloosa Police Identify Greensboro Woman Killed in Monday Wreck
Police in Tuscaloosa have identified the West Alabama woman who died in a single-car accident early Monday morning. As the Thread reported yesterday, police in Tuscaloosa were called to the scene of a single-vehicle accident off Hargrove Road around 8 a.m. Monday. A woman driving a 2006 Ford Explorer left...
Massachusetts man killed during motorcycle training exercise in Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man died after crashing his motorcycle during a training session at Barber Motorsports in Birmingham Monday. Abraham D. Schwartz, 41, was killed just before noon Monday while taking part in a two-day training school on the racetrack at Barber, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. Schwartz was originally from […]
Tuscaloosa business raising money to help students get back to school
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - When Tuscaloosa City School students return to school in a few weeks, some people worry a group of them may not have the supplies they need start the new school year. A business new to the area is stepping up to help. Scooters Coffee has made...
An Alabama fall-off is wishful thinking
The fall-off, or at least the gradual decline, of the Alabama Football program has been widely anticipated across the college football landscape. Naturally, rival fan bases and media hope for the worst for the Crimson Tide following the retirement of Nick Saban. Even people affiliated with schools that have no connection to the Tide are rooting for the fall of the dynasty. They’ve watched Alabama win at an unprecedented clip for the last 15 years and they’re ready to see something new.
Naloxone boxes added in Empire, west Walker
Jubilee House now has naloxone distribution boxes in multiple areas in Walker County. The nonprofit recently received a $5,000 grant from the Comer Family Foundation to help expand harm reduction initiatives and naloxone distribution. “We have used some of those funds to purchase four new distribution boxes to expand naloxone...
Alabama lands in top 10 for elite, 2025 4-star SG Braylon Mullins
The Alabama Crimson Tide men’s basketball coaching staff has been busy on the recruiting trail. In recent years, the Crimson Tide have had a lot of success landing some of the top prospects in the country. On Monday, one of the top prospects — Braylon Mullins listed Alabama as one of his finalists.
Grant Opportunities For Nursing, Welding and More in Tuscaloosa
As we gear up for the upcoming school year, the Tuscaloosa Area Career Center is highlighting the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant. This valuable grant program is designed to assist individuals from low-income households in pursuing high-demand, high-wage career paths, ultimately leading to improved economic stability and a brighter future.
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Former KKK lawyer invited to speak at Neo-Confederate conference in Wetumpka
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Southern Cultural Center will host its third annual “national conference,” this time inviting a former Ku Klux Klan lawyer to join its crop of speakers. Sam Dickson of Atlanta frequently represented the Klan in the courtroom and has since become a...
Birmingham Applies for $2.6 Million in Federal Grants for Eviction Prevention Services, Police Tech Equipment
The Birmingham City Council on Tuesday voted to apply for two federal grants: one to help residents facing eviction and another for computer equipment for the police department. The first application is for $2.5 million through the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Eviction Protection Grant Program.
Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 23, 2024
Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […] The post Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 23, 2024 appeared first on Calhoun Journal.
New speakeasy coming to Umami Trussville
The Trussville Design Review Committee announced exciting new updates to many properties—one being a brand-new speakeasy to the Asian-fusion restaurant, Umami. Keep scrolling for what you we know about this addition. Serving Trussville since January 2024. In January, we let you in on the Asian-style restaurant, Umami, coming to...
Sherell Robertson To Handle Bob Jones Girls Basketball Program
MADISON- The new head coach of the girl’s basketball program at Bob Jones High is now on board. Sherell Robertson arrived within the Lady Patriots with a wealth of knowledge and experience including playing three years at Auburn University from 2007-2009 where she served as team captain. “From recruitment...
Clanton farmer’s market moving to Fridays
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The City of Clanton announced on July 22 that its farmer’s market in downtown at Clanton Corner Park will be moving from Mondays to Fridays for the remainder of the summer. The newly established farmer’s market saw large turnouts throughout the first two months they were held. Earlier in […] The post Clanton farmer’s market moving to Fridays appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Amari Cooper & Browns Agree To Deal
When you think about great receivers from the University of Alabama, you don't go very long without naming Amari Cooper. The South Florida native was a five-star wide receiver when he committed to Alabama, and lived up to the hype during his time in Tuscaloosa. Cooper tallied 228 receptions, 3,463...
Alabama Crimson Tide pain from roster limits changes could be significant
A byproduct of the expected change for schools to pay athletes is no formula that defines how best to do it. To some extent, all Alabama Crimson Tide sports programs will be affected. The 'House Settlement' resulting from anti-trust cases is close to being finalized. Implementation will begin in the 2025-25 athletic seasons.
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