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Is A New Buc-ee’s Coming to Alabama?
Buc-ee’s is the mega convenience store sensation sweeping the southland. Leeds, Alabama has a Buc-ee’s. Huntsville, Alabama is getting a Buc-ee’s. Even Auburn, Alabama is getting a Buc-ee’s! So what about a Tuscaloosa, Alabama Buc-ee’s? A Roll Tide Buc-ee’s! The perfect location would be the old McFarland Mall location.
Alabama approves naming field after Nick Saban in Bryant-Denny Stadium
It's official: Alabama's home field will now be known as Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The honorary degrees and recognition committee of the University of Alabama system's board of trustees met Friday morning to approve the lone item on its agenda, giving special recognition to the coach who won six national titles during his 17 seasons leading Alabama football.
Tuscaloosa County home listings asked for more money in June – see the current median price here
The median home in Tuscaloosa County listed for $325,000 in June, up 1.1% from the previous month's $321,400, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to June 2023, the median home list price increased 6.6% from $304,925. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Tuscaloosa County, not houses...
Art at The Alamite: Alabama artist Sarah Soule Webb on her featured work
When picturing The Alamite Hotel in downtown Tuscaloosa, one of the first things that comes to mind is the eye-catching artwork found throughout the space, from the lobby to the rooftop bar. Curated largely by Blair Plott, a member of The Alamite’s ownership group, the collection features works by many talented local artists and each piece holds a unique story. SoulGrown is excited to continue an exclusive series of interviews, deep dives, and more that tell each artist’s tale. This edition’s interview is with talented local artist Sarah Soule Webb.
Tuscaloosa Public Library turns page after $2.4 million renovation
The sounds of children playing games in the children's section drifted through the Tuscaloosa Public Library recently while traditional library patrons browsed the stacks, read, and checked out materials. While the library is functioning much the same as it always has, it is sporting a new look and some new technology after a closure for renovations earlier this month. ...
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