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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.
Tuscaloosa Woman Killed in Hit-And-Run, Police Search for Driver
Police in Tuscaloosa are investigating after a local woman was fatally struck by a vehicle Thursday night. Stephanie Taylor, a spokesperson for the Tuscaloosa Police Department, said a 58-year-old woman who lives nearby was struck by a vehicle on Englewood Village Drive off Highway 69 South Thursday. A second driver...
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Buddy’s Rib & Steak Is No More
Emotions and memories have filled the final days at Buddy's Rib and Steak on Lurleen Wallace Blvd. in Northport this week. Long time and relatively new customers have packed the iconic Northport eatery for one last meal leading to the doors being closed forever tonight. They, along with the employees, have experienced mixed emotions of sadness and fond memories.
Former Alabama DL Named HC
You know you've coached for a while when former players are becoming head coaches at multiple levels of football. This was the reality Nick Saban faced this offseason. Despite his retirement, the impact of Coach Saban was felt across football. Two-time BCS National Champion Dont'a Hightower was named linebackers coach of the New England Patriots after playing the position for 11 years for the organization, including winning three Super Bowls.
Tuscaloosa Farmers Market to Open Tuesday Afternoons in July
Tuscaloosa's Farmers Market will be twice as accessible for shoppers looking for local produce and more next month, the city announced Thursday. In a press release, a city spokesperson said the Farmers Market will open every Tuesday in July from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at its usual home in the River Market.
Brief Standoff in Northport Thursday Ends With Multiple Arrests
A brief police standoff in Northport Thursday ended with multiple arrests, law enforcement leaders confirmed. Keith Carpenter, the assistant chief of the Northport Police Department, said the incident stemmed from US Marshals going to a home in the 1400 block of Leland Drive in Northport to apprehend someone with an active warrant out for their arrest.
Breakout Burger Brand Backed by Brees to Bring Sliders to Tuscaloosa
A fast-growing burger brand backed by retired quarterback Drew Brees is expanding in Alabama and will soon arrive in Tuscaloosa, according to a Friday announcement. Smalls Sliders is a breakout concept where fresh cheeseburger sliders are served out of modular 'Smorange'-colored 'cans' that are easy and inexpensive to install. They've opened or announced development of more than 250 locations since the first one opened in 2019.
West Alabama Thursday Briefing
Good morning West Alabama. It is Thursday June 13, 2024. Today is a sad day for many area residents. We are losing another iconic local restaurant. After today Buddy's Rib and Steak will close its doors forever. The restaurant at 2701 Lurleen Wallace Blvd. in Northport has been open for breakfast, lunch and dinner since 1978.
Watching the Gulf: Hurricane Season Starts Heating Up
Those who live or Alabamians vacationing in Florida have been met with flooding rainfall, and more downpours are expected. “An elongated area of low pressure near the east coast of Florida is producing a large area of disorganized showers and thunderstorms,” said James Spann, ABC 33/40, and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist.
Tuscaloosa’s NAACP Celebration of Freedom Returns to Palmore Park
Saturday, June 15, will commemorate the Tuscaloosa Branch of the NAACP’s Juneteenth celebrations. There will be a Juneteenth Parade and Celebration in the Park that “promises to be a dynamic and powerful event that honors the past, celebrates the present, and inspires future progress,” said Lisa Young, President of the Tuscaloosa Branch of the NAACP.
Woman Seriously Injured in Shooting at Tuscaloosa Apartment Complex Wednesday
A woman has been seriously hurt in a shooting at a Tuscaloosa apartment complex Wednesday night. Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, confirmed the shooting to the Thread shortly before 11:30 p.m. Thursday. Reports of a shooting at the Lofts at City Center apartments on Tuscaloosa's...
Alabama Learns ACC/SEC Opponent
The annual ACC/SEC Challenge between the two conferences has had the matchups revealed, and we're set to see some high-level and entertaining basketball. According to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports, Alabama will travel to Chapel Hill to take on the North Carolina Tar Heels in the annual ACC/SEC challenge. The...
ALDOT Announces Another Road Project to Improve Major Northport Intersection
The Alabama Department of Transportation has announced another project on McFarland Boulevard in Northport, this time to improve its highly trafficked intersection with Lurleen Wallace Boulevard. John McWilliams, a spokesperson for ALDOT in west Alabama, said in a Wednesday press release the agency has OK'd a plan for a contractor...
Alabama, Auburn Removed From Super Seven Hosting
The University of Alabama and Auburn University took a blow to the city revenue and their recruiting aspect. Both schools were in the rotation to host the AHSAA Super Seven, which is the high school football state championship in the state of Alabama. It was a helpful recruiting tactic for the school that was hosting, as high schools were able to use the collegiate facilities and locker rooms.
Alabama’s First Opponent in Las Vegas MTE Revealed
The Crimson Tide will join seven other teams in unprecedented territory when they travel to Las Vegas to participate in the Players Era Festival Multi-team Event for the 2024-2025 men's basketball season. Each team participating will receive $1 million in NIL just for participating, while the winner of the Festival will get an additional $1 million in NIL for winning.
Nashville Man Accused of Extorting Pornography from Tuscaloosa Child
A Nashville man has been arrested and jailed in Tuscaloosa after he allegedly coerced a local minor into sending him explicit photos and videos. According to court documents obtained by the Thread, the West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force launched and investigation in April after a Tuscaloosa mother contacted police about her child's interactions on a popular messaging app.
Father’s Day Winning Weekend: How To See Boyz II Men in Concert
As we celebrate Black Music Month this June, we invite you to be a part of it! Plus, this weekend, we are celebrating all the dads of West Alabama. 92.9 WTUG is offering an exclusive opportunity to a lucky winner to experience Boyz II Men in concert. Boyz II Men...
7-Year-Old Girl Hurt in Shooting into Vehicle in Tuscaloosa Tuesday
A 7-year-old girl was hurt Tuesday afternoon when a bullet struck a vehicle in southern Tuscaloosa, but fortunately, her injuries were minor. Stephanie Taylor, a spokesperson for the Tuscaloosa Police Department, said officers responded to a shooting that happened near the intersection of Reese Phifer Avenue and Highway 69 South Tuesday afternoon.
West Alabama Wednesday Briefing
Good morning, West Alabama! It is Wednesday June 12, 2024. Where is the month going? We are almost halfway through. We told you yesterday that the Climate Prediction Center is forecasting above normal temperatures for the next couple of weeks. The comfortable temperatures are giving way to the high 90s and possible temperatures and heat indices near the century mark.
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