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Mark Sears Earns Postseason Honor
The Muscle Shoals native continues to make history for Alabama. Sears has been with the Crimson Tide for two seasons but became a focal point of the lineup this season. Sears has 22 games of scoring 20 points or more, second in the history of the University of Alabama, and one off the record.
Popular Tuscaloosa Craft Store Files Bankruptcy
According to the Associated Press, one of the largest craft and fabric stores has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Joann Fabrics has more than 800 outlets including a Tuscaloosa location on Veterans Memorial Parkway. The crafting company is blaming the pandemic and a cut in customer's discretionary spending as...
West Alabama Tuesday Briefing
It is Tuesday Marck 19, 2024. Temperatures crept up just above freeze a little after 8:00 this morning after dropping to 30 degrees around 5:00am. Temperatures will rebound into the upper 50s and lowers 60s today and drop back into the lower 30s tonight before a more significant warm-up as the week progresses.
Empty Bowls Fundraiser Assists a Tuscaloosa’s Food Pantry
An event that raises hunger awareness in our community, the 16th Annual Empty Bowls, will be held in the Grace Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. The event will be held on Wednesday, March 20, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The church is located at 113 Hargrove Road in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Experience the Magic of a Hobbit House Airbnb in Alabama
If you want to escape the world, the Nomad’s Land earthen hobbit house might be your perfect spot. This unique Airbnb retreat is less than 2 hours away from Tuscaloosa in Attalla, Alabama. The Airbnb host said, "Many folks just like to take it easy and dial down the activity for a true retreat.” However, many outdoor activities are nearby, from the falls, riverwalks, fishing, and more.
Need Prompts West Alabama Food Bank Growth
The West Alabama Food Bank is growing to fight food insecurity. When you sit down to dinner this evening look at the food on your plate and realize there are hundreds in West Alabama that will have an empty plate. Hunger is not just a "Third World" issue, it is an Alabama issue. That is what makes the job being done by the West Alabama Food Bank so vital to many of our neighbors and prompted a need for a larger facility.
Alabama Basketball Assistant Contracts
Alabama's Nate Oats signed a contract extension ahead of the Crimson Tide's SEC Tournament game against the Florida Gators. While the game did not go the way Alabama wanted, a strong season that led to a four-seed in the NCAA Tournament led to the Crimson Tide coaches getting more money.
State Sen. Gerald Allen Revives Eastern Bypass
There is no getting around it (excuse the pun} but it is just not easy driving in Tuscaloosa/Northport. With the exception of the short I359 connector and the I 20/59 corridor running through the area, there are no other limited access roadways to reduce congestion, drive times and reduce accidents. The bulk of the two city's streets are ground roadways with interminable traffic lights at many massive and dangerous intersections.
Alabama Football Assistant Contracts
The board of trustees has voted to approve the contracts of Alabama football's assistant coaches, coordinators, and support staff. Kane Wommack and David Ballou are the highlights. Here are the details of the 2024 football coaching contracts. Co-OC/QB - Nick Sheridan: $1.35 million. Co-OC/WR/AHC - JaMarcus Shephard: $1.1 million. OL...
Greg Byrne Signs New Contract
Alabama's Athletic Director Greg Byrne has had success finding head coaches for the University of Alabama, and the future still looks bright. Byrne brought in head basketball coach Nate Oats, who has brought success to Alabama men's basketball since arriving on campus. Byrne hired Rob Vaughn, who earned his first...
Nate Oats Contract Details Revealed
Nate Oats has signed his contract extension with Alabama, and the Crimson Tide head coach earned a much-deserved pay raise. Oats has been to the Sweet 16 twice, as well as won two SEC regular season championships and two SEC Tournament championships. He accomplished something that Alabama had never had happen in program history, at least legally.
Kalen DeBoer Contract Revealed
Alabama football has finally officially approved Kalen DeBoer's staff. It took longer than expected, with multiple coaches who were expected to be on staff taking other jobs elsewhere. The details are beginning to come about about Kalen DeBoer and the rest of the football staff. According to Nick Kelly of...
Northport Council to Select President Pro Tem Tonight
More change is coming to the Northport City Council. With Northport Council District 1 member Christy Bobo moving up to replace former president Jeff Hogg, who recently unexpectedly resigned, the council must now name a replacement for Bobo for the president pro tem position. That action is on the council's agenda for tonight's 5:30 meeting at Northport City Hall.
Tuscaloosa Dog Dies in Apartment Fire Sunday
Sunday, Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue responded to two separate apartment calls with reports of a structure fire. According to their Facebook page, one of the fires claimed the life of a dog. Sunday morning TFR responded to a call at High County apartments with heavy smoke and a fire coming from...
Tuscaloosa Man Killed In Weekend Street Racing Crash
A Tuscaloosa man lost his life on Sunday morning in a crash on I-59/20 in Jefferson County. According to Alabama State Trooper Reginald King, George Edward Bishop III, 22, was the victim. Law enforcement believes the crash was due to street racing and Bishop lost control of his vehicle during...
Northport River Run Park Groundbreaking Today
Northport takes another step forward for high quality youth sports and recreation today. City officials, business and community leaders are expected to attend groundbreaking ceremonies for the new River Run Park this afternoon. The event is set for 1:30 for the long-planned project just west of downtown Northport, Alabama. The event will take place just off Oliver Lock and Dam Road.
West Alabama Monday Briefing
It is Monday March 18, 2024. A Freeze Warning is in effect tonight through tomorrow morning. Temperatures are expected to fall into the middle to upper 20s north of Tuscaloosa County and at or just below freezing to the south. It is not unusual for sub-freezing temperatures to return after...
Franchisee Looking for Location to Bring 7 Brew Coffee to Tuscaloosa
A franchise owner is scouting Tuscaloosa for the perfect spot to build the city's first 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru, a marketing rep confirmed to the Thread this week. The brand was born in Rogers, Arkansas and has spread to more than 200 locations across the United States. Former Northport city...
Expect Freezing Temperatures Across West & Central Alabama Soon
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a “Freeze Warning” for Tuesday, March 19, from 1 a.m. until 9 a.m. You can expect freezing temperatures as low as 26 to 32 degrees across West and Central Alabama. Townsquare Media Coverage Areas Under the Freeze Warning. Bibb. Fayette.
Meet First Lady Josephine Swift: Standing for Alabama Women
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa with the Tuscaloosa Thread, Praise 93.3, 92.9 WTUG, 95.3 The Bear, METV 97.5, Catfish 100.1, Tide 100.9, ALT 101.7, and 105.1 The Block are proud to present the 2024 Women Trailblazers of Alabama in partnership with the Junior League of Tuscaloosa. During Women’s History Month, we are...
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