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UA Programs Develop Strong State Workforce
Beyond generating thousands of new college graduates each year, The University of Alabama contributes to the state’s workforce in numerous ways. Programs around campus and beyond are developing Alabamians through innovative methods to have the knowledge and skills to succeed in countless occupations. Computer Skills Training and More. The...
Two Tide Defenders Named to Nagurski Watch List
Alabama's defense was ravaged by the transfer portal and the NFL draft this offseason, losing six defensive starters between the transfer portal and the NFL draft, and another handful of potential starters for 2024 to the transfer portal. Two of the mainstays on Alabama's defense last season, Deontae Lawson and...
'A place of hope': Library honors legacy of Tuscaloosa's first Black surgeon, educator
The Weaver-Bolden branch of the Tuscaloosa Public Library on Friday celebrated the arrival of two relatives with special ties to Tuscaloosa. The library held a ceremony to welcome George Haywood and John Wilfred Haywood lll to Tuscaloosa. The city holds great significance for the Haywoods, who are the grandsons of George A. Weaver, one of the library's namesakes. ...
Midtown Village Fun Run will benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Alabama
Midtown Village will host its first 2-mile "fun run" race beginning at 7 a.m. Aug. 24, as a benefit event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Alabama. The event is part of Midtown's ongoing community engagement initiatives, with the goal of seeing the shopping center, built around a broad green space, as an event destination. ...
Family Allegedly Discriminated Against Speaks at Protest of Tuscaloosa Restaurant
Monday July 29th, a group of at least 20 people gathered at an empty Nick's location in Tuscaloosa. The protest follows a viral video showing the results of reportedly the owner of Nick's making a racist comment to patrons. Protesters held signs in support of the family seen in the...
Midday Nowcast: Hot and Very Humid Final Day of July
SO LONG JULY: A hot and very humid Wednesday across Alabama, with highs in the mid to upper 90s. Rain chances are around 30% with the better chance of seeing afternoon showers and storms over the eastern half of the state. We say this often this time of year, BIG HEAT MEANS BIG STORMS and any storms which develop will produce strong winds and frequent lightning, along with those tropical downpours, which can easily lead to areas of isolated flash flooding.
Alabama bill would require permits for assault weapons
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WBRC) - A bill pre-filed in the Alabama Legislature would require a person to have a permit to legally carry certain firearms like assault weapons. Birmingham’s mayor recently showed up to a council meeting with an AR-15, calling for more legislation like this. Right now, anyone 19...
All West Alabama First Responders Invited To Free Appreciation Lunch
How much do we appreciate our Alabama first responders?. Well, just talk to someone who had a life-saving experience with a local first responder. Now, we can put our money where our mouth is and give back to our first responders. Who is invited?. Police, firefighters, EMT/Rescue crews, nurses, doctors,...
Alabama has a thriving business culture, according to a study
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - A new study done by CNBC claims Alabama is one of the best states at recruiting businesses. Bevin Bright is a business owner that can corroborate that claim. Bright is the owner of Sweet and Sassy in Dothan, a one stop bakery and boutique shop. “We...
Pea-sized hail forecast with thunderstorms in Alabama Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 7:27 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 8:15 p.m. for Calhoun, Cherokee and Cleburne counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are likely. "At 7:27 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Pleasant...
More campus DEI offices shut down in Alabama, Missouri, and Iowa ahead of fall semester
Diversity, equity, and inclusion offices at universities in Alabama, Missouri, and Iowa are shutting down ahead of the fall semester as more schools respond to laws barring the ideology. Auburn University announced Monday evening that it would be dissolving its DEI office by Aug. 15, following an announcement last week that the entire University of […]
Covington County sees increased unemployment rate for June
Covington County’s unemployment rate increased in June, according to preliminary, non-seasonally adjusted figures compiled by the Alabama Department of Labor. The county’s unemployment rate for June was 3.3 percent, up from 2.7 percent in May. It also reflects an increase from June 2023 when the county’s rate stood at 3.1 percent. The numbers represent a […] The post Covington County sees increased unemployment rate for June appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.