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Graymont School property to be redeveloped into affordable housing
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - More housing options are coming to the Smithfield community. The Birmingham City Council approved a ground lease agreement Tuesday to repurpose the former Graymont School property on 8th Avenue West into affordable housing for seniors. The mayor and the developers spoke in front of the city...
Auburn Tigers: Dorian Mausi on choosing Auburn football, AU impresses 5-star QB
In today's edition of Auburn Tigers News, transfer linebacker Dorian Mausi opens up on his decision to choose Auburn football, and the Tigers impress a 5-star QB on his visit. Following the 2023 season, former Duke linebacker Dorian Mausi was one of the first transfers to set up an official visit with the Auburn football program. Shortly after his visit, Mausi became one of the first transfers to commit to the Tigers.
Gulf Coast region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.09 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.05 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Gulf Coast region has risen about 2 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.55 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as...
Alabama’s Pringle, Texas signee Scott among new faces for South Carolina this season
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Nick Pringle had the chance to finish his career anywhere after Alabama’s run to the Final Four this past season. He chose to come home, especially after South Carolina completed its own rags-to-riches season in the second year of coach Lamont Paris. “I’m home, I’m home. I can’t stop saying that,” […]
Vance named honorary AAN Fellow
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing University Professor David Vance, PhD, MGS, MS, has been named a 2024 Honorary Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, joining six UAB School of Nursing alumni named to this year’s AAN Fellows cohort. They join more than 130 FAANs affiliated with the School.
Tuesdays with Gorney: Recruiting is fun again in Alabama
Recruiting is fun once again in the state of Alabama. Gone are the days of Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban running roughshod over some outmatched Auburn coach trying to keep up with the GOAT. New Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has proven already that he can be an elite recruiter on...
Alabama 'definitely high' for 2026 No. 2 QB Ryder Lyons following first-ever visit
Ryder Lyons never visited the University of Alabama up until last weekend, but the connections to the Crimson Tide program are already well-established. The 247Sports Composite five-star quarterback in the 2026 class was in Tuscaloosa on Sunday afternoon. The Folsom (Calif.) standout was joined by his father at The Capstone, which capped off a busy final week of July with multiple stops around the SEC.
Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe named to Maxwell Award watchlist
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe was recently named to the Maxwell Award watchlist. The award recognizes the best all-around player in college football. Milroe was one of several bright spots on the Alabama roster a season ago. The native of Katy, Texas persevered after some early struggles and became one of the top quarterbacks in the country. As a redshirt sophomore, Milroe passed for 2,834 yards with 23 touchdowns and six interceptions. In addition, Milroe rushed for 531 yards and 12 touchdowns. As he enters his redshirt junior season in Tuscaloosa, Milroe is already being tabbed as a potential first-round draft pick in the 2025 NFL draft. He possesses the necessary skill set to thrive at the college and professional levels. The fact that Milroe was named to the Maxwell Award watchlist isn’t something that should be taken lightly. It is one of many things that Milroe can place at the forefront of his mind as he looks to lead the Crimson Tide to a national title during the 2024-2025 season. Maxwell Award ▶️ Best Player in College Football @JalenMilroe #RollTide pic.twitter.com/dXEIfR9CWH — Alabama Football (@AlabamaFTBL) July 29, 2024 Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the latest regarding the Alabama football program.
Jumbo Package: Alabama loses 2025 recruit to Auburn
In bad news, safety recruit Derrick Smith from Selma has flipped his commitment to Auburn:. Smith, a two-way star at Alabama’s Southside High School who is expected to join the Tigers as a wide receiver, pledged to the Crimson Tide on March 10. He previously stood as the sixth-ranked prospect in Kalen DeBoer’s inaugural class in Tuscaloosa.
Weekend flash floods bring reminders for motorists
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - What a day for so many of us Sunday when flash-flooding struck a number of communities, including I-459 South. Tuscaloosa and Northport got their fair share after torrential rains late Sunday afternoon. According to Tuscaloosa Fire Chief Randy Smith, they did have to make one emergency call to help a stranded motorist on a flooded street, but there were no major issues.
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...
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