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Legendary Former Alabama QB Passes Away
The University of Alabama mourns the loss of a legendary quarterback and a former AD as well. Steve Sloan, a two-time national champion quarterback and All-American, and two-time second-team All-SEC has passed away at the age of 79. Sloan was the starting quarterback for Alabama coach Paul "Bear" Bryant during...
Second Teen Victim of Friday Night Shooting in West Tuscaloosa Dies
The second victim of a Friday night shooting in west Tuscaloosa has died, and police say like the others involved in this case, they were a juvenile. Captain Jack Kennedy, the commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, said the double murder began as an attempted robbery around 11 p.m. Friday night.
Alabama Lands Four-Star LB
The Alabama Crimson Tide have landed their second football commitment in as many days following the conclusion of the annual A-Day scrimmage. On Saturday, three-star wide receiver Lotzeir Brooks committed to the Tide. On Sunday, Alabama landed a commitment from their fifth linebacker in the 2025 class, Jaedon Harmon, according...
Your Next Glamping Adventure Awaits in Fort Morgan, Alabama
Say goodbye to roughing it and hello to glamming it up - glamping means you get all the adventure without sacrificing comfort. Sleep in a cozy bed instead of on the ground! Plus a fan and some AC, so you are not totally “roughing” it. Discover the ultimate...
Fowler’s Final Takes From A-Day
The Kalen DeBoer era is here. To be honest, I had to pinch myself several times to. make sure I had not been in a daydream for the last 3-4 months. Especially when. Coach Saban walked into the press box during the game. I thought he might have been. lost....
Alabama Running Backs Shine
First things first... What a stable of running backs. Between Justice Haynes, Jam Miller, Richard Young, and more, plenty of ability there to pound the rock. Jam proved why he won the MVP of the game, landing himself in the end zone twice on eight carries with 83 yards. Running the ball seems to be the main strength, and focus, of this offense. After today it should be no surprise that it is.
Alabama Defense, Cause for Concern?
Alabama is set to wrap up spring practice after the conclusion of A-Day. Crimson Tide fans got a taste of what Alabama football might look like on August 31 against Western Kentucky. Alabama was moving the ball incredibly well on offense to start the scrimmage, jumping out to a 31-0...
Alabama Picks Up WR Commit After A-Day
The Alabama Crimson Tide have wrapped up their annual A-Day scrimmage, and the Offense dominated most of the day with a 34-28 win over the Defense. Germie Bernard led the Crimson Tide with over 100 yards on the day. While Kalen DeBoer spoke to the media after the scrimmage, The...
Tide Hoops Land Tuscaloosa Native
The transfer portal taketh, and the transfer portal giveth. Alabama men's basketball has lost three scholarship players so far this offseason to the transfer portal, with Kris Parker, Rylan Griffen, and Davin Cosby all heading to the portal following the Tide's 2024 Final Four run. While it might pose a...
A-Day Scoring Format
The Alabama Crimson Tide have just one more thing left before they can say they've completed their spring practice schedule: the annual A-Day scrimmage that serves as practice No. 15. This year's A-Day will have a different look and feel to it. It is the first time since 2006 that...
Juvenile Arrested for Friday Night Shooting That Killed Another Teen
One young life ended and another will be forever changed after a Friday night shooting in Tuscaloosa left a juvenile dead, a car crashed into a nearby home and another teenager in jail. Captain Jack Kennedy, the commander of the multi-agency Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, said officers were called to...
2 Women Struck by Car in Predawn Tuscaloosa Hit-and-Run
Two women were hospitalized after they were struck by a vehicle which then left the scene in west Tuscaloosa early Saturday morning. Stephanie Taylor, a spokesperson for the Tuscaloosa Police Department, said officers were called to the scene just after 1:45 Saturday morning. Taylor said the women were struck on...
Dazzling 12-Acre Lake Tuscaloosa Alabama Estate Hits the Market
Introducing a magnificent estate residence nestled on over 12 acres with breathtaking views of Lake Tuscaloosa. Alice Maxwell, Realtor, Keller Williams Realty Tuscaloosa, said you will “revel in the panoramic views of Lake Tuscaloosa while enjoying the refreshing pool and convenient pool house with a half bath.”. Every inch...
1 Dead, 1 Critical After Friday Night Double Shooting in West Tuscaloosa
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a double shooting in West Tuscaloosa Friday night. Captain Marty Sellers, the co-commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, told local media around 11:30 p.m. that the Tuscaloosa Police Department and VCU are on Reece Boulevard in west Tuscaloosa investigating a shooting.
Must Attend: Literacy Council of West Alabama’s Free Bookstock Event
Join the Literacy Council of West Alabama for a day of literary adventure as they proudly present their annual BOOKSTOCK! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will be held at the New Heights Community Resource Center at 3834 21st Street in Tuscaloosa.
8th Grader Lillie Reardon Inspires Excellence at Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools Middle
Tuscaloosa City Schools, along with Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa and Child Abuse Prevention Services, highlight and recognize one Inspiring Excellence Student Of The Month from each of the 21 schools in the district during the 2023-2024 school year. Every month, two to three outstanding TCS students will be highlighted in this series.
West Alabama Food & Wine Festival to Return to Downtown Northport
The annual West Alabama Food & Wine Festival will return to its new home in downtown Northport next weekend and offer guests an outstanding culinary adventure that benefits two critically important local nonprofits. The Festival is next Sunday, April 21st, with gates opening at 3:30 for VIP ticketholders and at...
9 Fun Facts About A-Day That You Didn’t Know
The University of Alabama's annual A-Day is right around the corner, and Crimson Tide fans are as excited as ever about the spring tradition. With the annual day approaching, many people still don't know exactly what A-Day is. Luckily, we've got some fun and useful facts about the University of Alabama's A-Day for you to check out.
West Alabama Friday Briefing
It is Friday April 12, 2024. Tomorrow is A-Day on the University of Alabama campus. It is the time to celebrate past accomplishments and look ahead to the future of Alabama Football with new Tide Head Coach Kalen DeBoer. Coach DeBoer's end of spring practice game is expected to bring...
Starting Guard Enters Transfer Portal
The transfer portal continues to peck away at the Crimson Tide's roster from the Final Four run just last week, although this one stings a little more for Alabama fans. Starting guard Rylan Griffen is reportedly set to enter the transfer portal, and sources can confirm to Tide 100.9 that he is expected to transfer away from Alabama. Jeff Goodman was the first to report that Griffen was planning to enter the transfer portal.
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