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Darius Miles Returns to Jail, Bond Hearing to Resume in 6 Weeks
Former Alabama basketball player Darius Miles will remain in the Tuscaloosa County Jail for at least another six weeks after a three-plus-hour hearing Monday did not address whether to grant him bond. As the Thread has reported at length, Miles is charged with capital murder for his role in the...
Buggs’ Bond Revoked After Burglary
Bond for former Alabama defensive lineman and current Kansas City Chief Isaiah Buggs for animal cruelty charges was revoked on Monday following his arrest over the weekend on new charges regarding burglary and domestic violence. Buggs, 27, was arrested on Sunday morning on charges of Domestic Violence and second-degree burglary....
After Another Arrest, Isaiah Buggs to Close Tuscaloosa Hookah Lounge
After he was arrested again this weekend, former Alabama standout Isaiah Buggs will surrender the business license and permanently close his hookah lounge in Tuscaloosa. As the Thread has previously reported, Buggs has been embroiled in a long battle with the city and its police department over a laundry list of allegations against him and his establishment on Greensboro Avenue.
Jersey Updates for Alabama Basketball
The Alabama men's basketball roster was finalized when Mark Sears and Jarin Stevenson announced they would withdraw from the NBA draft and return to the Crimson Tide. Alabama already had a top-five team in the country thanks to its additions in the transfer portal, however, the Crimson Tide now have arguably the best team in the nation thanks to Sears returning.
West Alabama Monday Briefing
Good morning! It is Monday Jume 17, 2024. If you are a baseball nut like me, this is one of the best times of the year. College baseball's post season is not disappointing. Even casual observers are talking about the high quality of the performances. The SEC Baseball Tournament was...
Hollywood Movie Star And Legendary Country Singer Coming To Tuscaloosa
The 2024 entertainment lineup at Mercedes Benz Amphitheatre adds another big name today. He's starred in "Wedding Crashers", "Sling Blade" and "Panic Room" on the big screen. He recently missed being inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame's Class Of 2024, by the slimmest of margins. Who is it?
Community Birthday Card Shower for Stillman College’s Oldest Alumna
Lucille Logan Hardrick, a distinguished graduate of the Stillman College Class of 1942, recently celebrated a significant milestone. As Stillman College's oldest alumna, Lucille Logan Hardrick recently reached an extraordinary milestone by celebrating her 105th birthday. This remarkable achievement is even more profound, considering her pioneering role as the “first person in her family to graduate from high school,” according to a press release from Stillman College.
You Can Stay at an Alabama A-Frame Airbnb Designed by an HGTV Host
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Three-Star DL Commits to Alabama
The Alabama Crimson Tide continues its strong momentum on the recruiting trail. When fans clamored for help along the offensive line, Alabama picked up two offensive line commits, and might not be done. Now, fans were asking for help along the defensive line. Ask, and you shall receive. According to...
Alabamians Beware: Sunscreen Recall Could Impact You
As the summer season is just starting, “Suntegrity Skincare initiated a voluntarily recall of nine lots of Suntegrity Impeccable Skin Sunscreen Foundation (Multiple Shades),” said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The company initiated this voluntary recall after recent tests revealed a higher-than-acceptable count of the mold...
Former Alabama Lineman Arrested
Troubles continue for former Alamaba defensive lineman Isaiah Buggs. The conflict began with Buggs being wanted in Tuscaloosa in May when police found two neglected dogs at a house he rented. One of the dogs had to be put down. Buggs then turned himself in a day later. The conflict escalated when elected officials in Tuscaloosa set a hearing to determine the status of Buggs's Hookah Lounge in town. Matters only continued when the city of Tuscaloosa alleged Buggs had several pending cases in municipal court, while also stating that he shoved the TPD chief of police.
Bullets Strike Occupied Vehicle in West Tuscaloosa Saturday Night, No One Hurt
No one was hurt Saturday night when bullets struck an occupied vehicle during a shooting in west Tuscaloosa. Captain Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, told the Thread that police responded to reports of shots fired in the 3300 block of Stillman Boulevard Saturday night on reports of a shooting.
Alabama Adds Special Teamer to 2025 Class
The Crimson Tide continues to add to its 20205 recruiting class. The latest commit makes special plays as a special player on special teams. According to his X (formerly Twitter) account, punter Alex Asparuhov committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide. Asparuhov committed to Alabama over the Florida Gators. The San...
Alleged Concerning Video Surfaces of Former Alabama LB
A concerning video has surfaced allegedly featuring former Alabama linebacker Terrell Lewis. On Saturday, OnlyFans model MIA💞 on X posted an explicit video of a female chasing a male down a hallway in a hotel. The video includes a naked woman chasing after a man she alleges to be Lewis with the caption "We got a runner". If you choose to view the video, you can watch it here on her X account.
Tuscaloosa’s NAACP Honors Samory Pruitt as a Living Legend
The Tuscaloosa Branch of the NAACP’s Living Legend Luncheon on Wednesday, June 19, at Noon at Shelton State Community College located at 9500 Old Greensboro Road. This event, one of the organization's three major fundraisers, is a testament to the power of community support. Click here for ticket details.
Longtime Local Business Leader Launches Community Talk Show for Tuscaloosa
A longtime Tuscaloosa business leader is taking to local airwaves with a public affairs talk show highlighting some of the most interesting people and initiatives in West Alabama. Johnnie Aycock is known throughout the region for his almost three-decade stint as President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of...
Bank Error Delays Pay for Some University of Alabama Employees
Some University of Alabama employees were not paid on time Friday thanks to a banking issue they expected to be resolved today. A spokesperson for the University told the Thread that the error was not on UA's end. "An unexpected issue with UA’s vendor bank delayed direct deposits this morning...
STUDY: Is Alabama Getting Enough Sleep?
Unhealthy sleep can be very bad for your heart and is linked to other health problems. Adam Knowlden is an Associate Professor of Health Science and is conducting an important sleep study, in conjunction with the University Of Alabama. The program is called SLUMBRx and all information they collect is...
West Alabama Friday Briefing
Good morning West Alabama!! It is Friday June 14, 2024. It is Flag Day in the United States, a day to proudly fly "Old Glory" in honor of what she means. The Stars and Stripes are a symbol of freedom. The 50 stars on the flag designate the 50 U.S. states, and the 13 stripes represent the original thirteen British colonies that declared independence from England.
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