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Ranked the Best: Ultimate Burger and Fries Combo in Alabama
Sometimes you just crave a burger and fries. Classic Cheeseburger, Bacon Avocado Burger, Mushroom Swiss Burger, Jalapeño Cheddar Burger, the list is endless. Now, for fries, there are Curly Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Waffle Fries, Garlic Parmesan Fries, Truffle Fries, and more. Hungry yet?. Love Food, a trusted source...
Demopolis Healthcare Science High School Approved
Gov. Ivey has won her battle for a healthcare science high school in Demopolis. It was one of her top priorities and she lobbied hard for it in her State-of-the-State Address in February, and more recently she pushed reticent lawmakers to approve it before the fast-approaching end to the 2024 legislative regular session.
Former Alabama AD and Player Passes Away
The community surrounding the University of Alabama mourns the passing of another former athletic director and former Tide star. According to Gary Harris of WVUA 23 and Tide 100.9, former Alabama defensive back and Director of Athletics Cecil "Hootie" Ingram has passed away at the age of 90. Ingram was...
West Alabama’s DCH Health System Brings New Attorney On Board
DCH Health System has been very active over the last several months, bringing in new leadership to oversee the healthcare provider's operations. The latest move sees DCH welcome another new team member to an important department. The new addition as Staff Attorney is Maegan Smalley who joins DCH after spending...
One Week Until Mercedes Union Vote
One week from today, Mercedes-Benz employees will be casting their vote for or against a union. Between now and then groups for and against will be applying a full-court press to influence the vote. Yesterday employees for joining the United Auto Workers held a rally with several progressive organizations and...
West Alabama Monday Briefing
It is Monday May 7, 2024. Today is National Nurses Day. National Nurses Day, spotlights nurses’ vital role in our healthcare system. It kicks off National Nurses Week, which runs until May 12. This year's theme is "Nurses Make the Difference." Nurses are the backbone of our healthcare and...
Possible Severe Weather in Alabama Soon Includes Damaging Winds, Hail
We are monitoring a developing weather system that could bring severe weather to our area on Tuesday and Wednesday. This unstable weather pattern is expected to trigger thunderstorms in the afternoons and evenings over the next few days. Currently, “a dangerous severe weather outbreak could produce numerous tornadoes, damaging hail,...
Southern Living Crowns This Spot the Ultimate BBQ King of Alabama for 2024
BBQ and the South go hand in hand. In the Yellowhammer State, we have tons of great BBQ restaurants. However, when Southern Living sets out to identify the nation's top BBQ spots, it's a major delicious event. Alabama Food, Alabama Foodie, Central Alabama Food, Central Alabama Foodie, West Alabama Food,...
Alabama Expected to land DB Transfer
The Alabama Crimson Tide have been linked to several defensive back transfers during the early portion of the Kalen DeBoer era, and especially the spring transfer window. The Tide tried to get Houston cornerback Isaiah Hamilton to visit, but he committed to Ole Miss after canceling his Alabama visit. However, Alabama did get Wake Forest transfer DaShawn Jones to visit, and it seems like the visit went well enough that Alabama is getting some help in a depleted secondary.
Tuscaloosa VCU IDs Man Killed in Quadruple Shooting, Announces Arrest
Police in Tuscaloosa County have identified the man who was killed in a quadruple shooting at a residence early Sunday morning and arrested the man they believe is responsible. As the Thread first reported, four people were shot early Sunday morning in the 1300 Block of 58th Street East in...
Missing Alabama Juvenile Found Safe According To TCSO
Sunday morning an Amber Alert went out regarding a missing juvenile last seen in Coker around 5pm on May 4th on Nubbin Road. The child was last seen wearing a crimson shirt and blue jeans. What made the matter even more concerning is that the juvenile suffers from a condition that could impair his judgement.
Tuscaloosa’s Session “Cocktail for a Cause” Benefits Heart Gallery Alabama
Enjoy a drink while supporting the children in foster care. The nonprofit Heart Gallery Alabama, an organization dedicated to helping youth in foster care, has teamed up with Session, a downtown Tuscaloosa cocktail bar. Session has created an exclusive cocktail creation, "The Sweetheart," for their May “Cocktail for a Cause”...
Alabama Basketball Lands Center From Portal
People who cover college basketball and Alabama fans were all arguing the same point about the Crimson Tide last season, they needed a rim protector. Nate Oats and Alabama were expecting Charles Bediako to withdraw his name from the NBA draft and expected him to be the Tide's 2024 rim protector, but Bediako remained in the draft and signed an undrafted free agent deal with the San Antonio Spurs, leaving Alabama short on big men on the 2024 roster.
Man Killed in Quadruple Shooting in Tuscaloosa County
Investigators in Tuscaloosa County are on the scene of a quadruple shooting that left one man dead early Sunday morning. Jack Kennedy, a Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's captain who commanders the multi-agency Violent Crimes Unit, said deputies are in the 1300 Block of 58th Street East. Kennedy said four people had...
UAW Backs Pro-Palestine Protestors
Who could have imagined the war between Irael and Hamas in the Gaza Strip would impact the United Auto Workers union organizing attempt In Vance? It has. UAW President Shawn Fain's angry statement Friday supporting pro-Palestinian college campus protestors is drawing a negative response from politicians and some workers at the Mercedes Benz plant in Tuscaloosa County.
Juvenile in Critical Condition After Shooting at Tuscaloosa’s Rosedale Apartments
A juvenile victim is in critical condition after a Saturday shooting in Tuscaloosa. Captain Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, alerted local media to the shooting just before 1 p.m. Saturday. He said Tuscaloosa Police and the VCU are at Rosedale Apartments, where a juvenile has...
Create Endless Memories at Eagle Ridge Farm: A Cottondale, Alabama Gem
Eagle Ridge Farm in Cottondale, Alabama, ranks as the second highest-priced residential property on the market in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Additionally, its price was recently reduced just over a month ago. Accommodations and Activities Galore. This breathtaking location stretches over 313.45 acres, placing it at the top for lot size for...
Driver Killed by Police Last Week Was 19-Year-Old Wanted in Nashville
The driver of a vehicle who fled from a traffic stop in Northport and was fatally shot by police in neighboring Greene County has been identified as a 19-year-old who was wanted in Nashville, Tennessee. Corporal Reginal King, a spokesperson for the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, said their State Bureau...
May 3rd Live At The Plaza Event Canceled
Unfortunately, the first Live At The Plaza event for Tuscaloosa has been canceled, the city announced Friday morning on social media. "The performances originally scheduled for tonight will be rescheduled to a later date," the City of Tuscaloosa posted to Facebook Friday morning as they announced the cancelation. Live at...
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