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Tide Lineman Elijah Pritchett Arrested for Speeding Around Tuscaloosa Strip
Police in Tuscaloosa arrested Alabama football offensive lineman Elijah Pritchett this weekend for speeding around the Strip Friday night, according to new court documents filed Monday. In a deposition, investigators said officers with the University of Alabama Police Department were on the Strip just off the UA Campus around 9:30...
Woman Missing from Tuscaloosa Found Safe in Georgia
UPDATE: A 28-year-old woman missing from Tuscaloosa since this weekend has been found safe in Georgia. Her name and image have been removed from this report. Top Stories from the Tuscaloosa Thread (4/22 - 4/29) 12 of the Top Stories published by the Tuscaloosa Thread during the 18th week of...
Grant Nelson Announces Alabama Return
The Alabama Crimson Tide have undergone some major roster turnover since returning to Tuscaloosa from Phoenix for the Final Four. The Tide lost six scholarship players to the transfer portal and could lose its top two guards from 2023-2024 to the NBA. Aaron Estrada is out of collegiate eligibility, and Mark Sears declared for the NBA draft, but is still maintaining his college eligibility, If Sears does decide to return to college, he'll have until May 29 to back out of the draft. After that date, if Sears has not withdrawn from the draft, he'll lose his college eligibility and go to the NBA.
Crash Sends SUV Into Wall of Credit Union in Tuscaloosa, Damaging Mural & Closing Lobby
A mural painted on the exterior wall of a credit union in Tuscaloosa's Alberta City was badly damaged when a car crashed into the institution Friday. Stephanie Taylor, a spokeswoman for the Tuscaloosa Police Department, told the Thread that the wreck happened around 5:15 p.m. Friday. She said a Hyundai...
Alabama Football Lands DB Transfer
The Alabama Football defensive back room has a lack of experience and depth after the departure of three starters to the NFL draft (all were drafted) and one starter to the transfer portal. The Tide have been linked to several players in the transfer portal, most notably, transfer defensive back Ed Woods who visited Alabama over the weekend. However, Alabama also has been linked to others in the transfer portal, and now, they have another commitment from the transfer portal.
Former Alabama DL Signs Major Extension
The 2024 NFL draft has concluded, and with it, the final draft class of Nick Saban's career at Alabama. Coach Saban was known for his defense, and his final draft was no different. Alabama had two first-round picks along the defense, and six total draft picks on defense in 2024.
The House Tuscaloosa Housewarming Event Draws Community Support
On Saturday, April 27, The House Tuscaloosa, located on the campus of Stillman College, marked the official launch of its literacy center and used bookstore with a grand housewarming celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The House Tuscaloosa exists to promote and develop literacy in the West End Community in three areas:...
Sneak Peek: May Weather Conditions & Temps Alabamians Can Expect
The past several days in Alabama could have been a preview for temperatures in Alabama during May. According to The Weather Channel, “the May temperature pattern will likely be similar to April for much of the United States.”. What Does This Mean for Alabama?. Temperature-wise, according to the Climate...
Tuscaloosa Native Willie Williams Narrates Upcoming TSO Concert
The Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra (TSO) announced its season finale concert, "Heroes,” on Monday, April 29, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Moody Concert Hall. According to a press release from TSO, This finale “features Joseph Schwantner's powerful New Morning for the World: Daybreak of Freedom, which uniquely combines the stirring words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with lush orchestral arrangements.”
Top-35 2024 Recruit Commits to Alabama
The Alabama Crimson Tide are not yet finished with the 2024 recruiting class. The Tide added one more high-level player to a class that already featured three of the best recruits in the country. Labaron Philon, a top-35 recruit in the 2024 recruiting class, was previously signed with Bill Self...
Grant Nelson NBA Update
The Alabama Crimson Tide have undergone some major roster turnover since returning to Tuscaloosa from Phoenix for the Final Four. The Tide lost six scholarship players to the transfer portal and could lose its top two guards from 2023-2024 to the NBA. Aaron Estrada is out of collegiate eligibility, and Mark Sears declared for the NBA draft, but is still maintaining his college eligibility, If Sears does decide to return to college, he'll have until May 29 to back out of the draft. After that date, if Sears has not withdrawn from the draft, he'll lose his college eligibility and go to the NBA.
Tragic 2011 Tornado Outbreak Remembered
Throughout our lives there are events that remain with us in our hearts and minds. Among them are proud moments such as a weddings and births, others are happy such as Alabama winning national championships and children graduating; then there are the heart-rending moments such as deaths of a loved-one and tragic disasters.
UA Alum Opens Up: Surviving the April 27 Tuscaloosa Tornado
In 2011, Mark McGriff was a student at the University of Alabama. He also worked at 957 JAMZ in Birmingham, known fondly as “Shady.” He was on my team, and he is an awesome talent. Now, he is the Production Director for Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa and does afternoons on ALT 101.7 and Saturdays on 92.9 WTUG.
HGTV Star Set to Give Keynote Speech at Stillman College Graduation
It is officially graduation season in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Stillman College is set to celebrate the 2024 commencement of 120 graduates who have completed degrees in 15 different fields of study, with 69 percent graduating with honors. The graduation ceremony starts at 9 a.m. on May 11, 2024, at the college's Tiger Stadium.
Lake Tuscaloosa Home Offers Unparalleled Living + Breathtaking Views
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Discover the Hidden Gems of Alabama: Towns Too Charming to Overlook
Alabama stands out for its unique allure and deep-rooted Southern traditions, offering an unparalleled visiting experience. Numerous residents of the Yellowhammer State relish life in its five major cities - Birmingham, Montgomery, Huntsville, Mobile, and Tuscaloosa. Yet, there's a widespread appreciation for the charm of its smaller towns. Add these...
Jermaine Burton Finds NFL Home
Alabama's top target the past two seasons has finally heard his name called during the 2024 NFL draft. Jermaine Burton was a transfer from the University of Georgia after the Bulldogs defeated the Crimson Tide in the 2022 College Football National Championship. He would end his Crimson Tide career leading Alabama in receiving yards in back-to-back seasons, with 677 yards and 798 respectively.
Person Shot at Apartments in Tuscaloosa Friday Night
Police are investigating a Friday night shooting at an apartment complex in Tuscaloosa. Captain Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, confirmed to the Thread that Tuscaloosa Police officers and VCU investigators are at the French Quarter Apartments on 8th Avenue behind Central High School. Sellers said...
Chris Braswell Finds NFL Home
The second round of the NFL Draft is in full swing, and the Alabam Crimson Tide have already had a flurry of players selected over the first 50 picks. The Tide in the second round was kicked off at No. 41 with the New Orleans Saints selecting Alabam CB Kool-Aid McKinstry.
Kool-Aid McKinstry Finds NFL Home
Alabama's cornerback duo was arguably the best in college football last season. Terrion Arnold and Kool-Aid McKinstry spearheaded the Alabama defense as the Crimson Tide won the 2023 SEC Championship, and both were projected to be first-round picks in this year's NFL draft. Arnold was flying up draft boards, but...
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