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NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY PREPARES FOR NEW YEAR WITH NEW LEADERSHIP

August 10, 2016

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Northport Elementary School was buzzing with excitement today as educators prepared for students filling its hallways and classrooms Thursday. Teachers were putting final touches on their classrooms, and a few students even wandered in, learning their way around. But it’s not just a new school year for the Wildcats: It’s their first year under new

FAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL EMPLOYEE MISSING SINCE SUNDAY

August 10, 2016

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Tuscaloosa County authorities are searching for a Fayette County High School employee missing since Sunday. Kelcey Dewayne Hale, 44, was last seen at his home on Gooden Drive in Tuscaloosa County, and was last seen driving a silver 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 4-door sedan bearing an Alabama God Bless America tag No. 4946AC0. If you have any information,

COMMUNITY FORUM OFFERS CONVERSATION CHANCE FOR RESIDENTS, POLICE

August 10, 2016

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Local law enforcement leaders are offering residents a chance at having a free-flowing chat with them next week during a community forum. WVUA 23 and The Tuscaloosa News are sponsoring the event being held at First African Baptist Church on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. The goal? Opening the lines of communication between residents

POLICE: MAN SAYS HE FIRED AT CAR FOR DRIVING TOO FAST

August 10, 2016

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CENTER POINT, Ala. (AP) – Police say a Center Point man is under arrest after he fired shots at a car he said was driving too fast. The Jefferson County sheriff’s chief deputy says a woman was driving along 20th Street Northeast on Tuesday evening when she passed a man walking. She heard two shots and

JASPER MAN KILLED IN CRASH TUESDAY

August 10, 2016

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A Jasper man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon. State Troopers said Richard Dale Hendrix, 41, died after his vehicle left the road and overturned. Hendrix was not wearing a seat belt. The crash happened on Alabama Highway 195 at the 9.8 mile marker, about 6 miles north of Jasper. State troopers are

NIGHT LIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENT IS FRIDAY

August 10, 2016

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Child Abuse Prevention Services is offering a night in the dark with golf, glow lights and plenty of fun this Friday. Their 23rd annual Night Light Golf Tournament will be hosted at Ol’ Colony Golf Compex beginning at 3:30 p.m. CAPS Executive Director Lisa Maddox said proceeds benefit CAPS’ school and community programs. “We

TAYLORVILLE PRIMARY HOSTS OPEN HOUSE

August 10, 2016

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Taylorville Primary School hosted its annual open house for pre-k through second grade Tuesday evening, with special guests Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Parents and students met their new teachers and checked out their new classrooms, and students had the opportunity to register for karate classes and fit in a little experimental practice time. Principal Kay Kay

MCDONALD’S WORKER RECOVERING AFTER HE WAS SHOT IN THE FACE THIS MORNING

August 10, 2016

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A McDonald’s employee is recovering after he was shot in the face early this morning at the Five Points location. Tuscaloosa police said it happened around 4:15 a.m., when the 52-year-old victim said he was approached by three black men wearing ski masks at the back door demanding that he open the door. The victim

CITY COUNCIL ROUNDUP: PAVING PROJECT COMING TO PARKVIEW CIRCLE IN TUSCALOOSA

August 9, 2016

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The road in Parkview Circle in Tuscaloosa is supposed to be a paved road, but it’s been in such bad condition for so long, it looks like a dirt road. It was approved for re-paving at Tuesday’s Finance Committee Meeting. District 4 City Councilman Matt Calderone said it’s a proactive move. “(We’ll fix the infrastructure issues that we

THE CORNER POCKET KID: GORDO RESIDENT RAN POOL TABLES AS A YOUTH

August 9, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Keith Huffman GORDO – Home of the Green Wave, the town of Gordo is located within the eastern realm of Pickens County and features businesses such as Peco Foods, Inc. and Moss Auto Supply. Among local restaurants, Cattle on a Flame serves customers near Highway 82 East. Decades ago, the restaurant

TIDER INSIDER TV, 8-9-16

August 9, 2016

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Gary Harris and Rodney Orr break down the first week of fall camp and welcome in Alabama softball coach Patrick Murphy to talk about the National Pro Fastpitch championship series.

BLOOD DONATIONS NEEDED FOR FINAL WEEKS OF SUMMER

August 9, 2016

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The American Red Cross needs more blood donors in the final weeks of summer thanks to a critical blood shortage. Organizers said the summer months are the most challenging for blood collection, since students are out of school and many people go on vacation. Donors of all blood types are needed. Schedule an appointment to

UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA STUDENTS SPRUCE UP VANCE ELEMENTARY

August 9, 2016

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Community service is what strengthens an area’s well-being, and University of Alabama students have their sights set on Vance. Those involved with Alabama Action, UA’s community service program, spent the day Tuesday rejuvenating Vance Elementary School. Volunteers planted flowers and painted murals for students to enjoy when they get back to class on Thursday. Other

DRIVERS BEWARE: SCHOOL BACK IN SESSION MEANS KIDS WAITING ON, GETTING OFF BUSES

August 9, 2016

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The Tuscaloosa Police Departments wants to make sure all students stay safe this school year, and that means having drivers take extra care around school buses. TPD Public Information Officer Lt. Teena Richardson said it’s illegal to drive around buses stopping to pick up or drop off children. “Kids are not always walking on the

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD PROPOSES EXCHANGE RATE HIKES

August 9, 2016

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama says it is seeking an average rate increase of nearly 40 percent on individual health care plans offered in the federal marketplace. A company statement says the proposed rate increases are needed because of rising health care costs and requirements under the Affordable Care Act.

RIVAL LOTTERY BILL WOULD INCLUDE VIDEO TERMINALS

August 9, 2016

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – A state senator is introducing a rival lottery bill that would allow electronic lottery terminals at state dog tracks. Republican Sen. Jim McClendon of Springville said Tuesday that he will introduce a second lottery bill in addition to the one he is sponsoring that is backed by the governor. The second

STATEWIDE EFFORT REQUESTS ADEQUATE BATHROOM FACILITIES FOR ALL

August 9, 2016

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A statewide effort that began in Tuscaloosa is gathering support from residents in its quest to put adequate changing facilities in public bathrooms for those with special needs. Changing Spaces Alabama‘s mission is promoting inclusion, access and equality for people with disabilities who cannot safely use standard handicapped toilets in public spaces. Changing Spaces Administrator

DARIA DAZZLES AT TEACHER PEP RALLY

August 9, 2016

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Before students return to the classroom Thursday, Tuscaloosa City Schools teachers gathered together for Institute Day and the chance to get to know their new superintendent better. Dr. Mike Daria assumes his new role after spending years in the same system as an assistant superintendent. Daria received a roaring standing ovation from employees as he was

TUSCALOOSA-MADE FILM PREMIERS IN TOWN THURSDAY

August 9, 2016

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Now more than two years in the making, Tuscaloosa-made movie “The Fight Within” is premiering Thursday at the Cobb Hollywood 16. The inspirational Christian-based film was produced and written by resident Jim Davis. His son, John Major Davis stars in the film, which focuses on fighting and faith. David said one of his favorite parts

CHECK TUSCALOOSA CITY SCHOOLS’ BUS ROUTES ONLINE

August 9, 2016

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Tuscaloosa City Schools administrators want parents aware of which school buses their children are riding. All that information is available online right here. Riders and their parents can find bus numbers, morning pick-up times, afternoon drop-off times and stop locations for every school. If your child attends Brewer Porch, Head Start, Oak Hill or the Rise School, call

GREENE COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE QUITS OVER ETHICS CHARGES

August 9, 2016

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – A west Alabama probate judge is resigning after being charged with violating rules for judicial ethics. Greene County Probate Judge Earlean Isaac agreed to quit for improperly handling her father’s estate in court. In another case, Tallapoosa County Probate Judge Leon Archer got an unpaid, six-month suspension for sending sexually charged

HUBBARD SEEKS NEW TRIAL AFTER ETHICS CONVICTION

August 9, 2016

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Former Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard is seeking a new trial, saying that prosecutors stretched the intent of the state ethics law when securing convictions against him. Attorneys for Hubbard filed the request Friday asking a judge to reverse Hubbard’s conviction or grant a new trial. A jury in June convicted

ALABAMA RESTAURANT WEEK KICKS OFF FRIDAY

August 9, 2016

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama tourism officials have announced that more than 170 restaurants across the state will soon be offering lunch and dinner discounts during the fifth annual Alabama Restaurant Week. The Montgomery Advertiser (http://bit.ly/2bgzVrD ) reports that the two-course lunch specials and three-course dinner specials will available from Friday to Aug. 21 in

BAMA ART HOUSE FILM SERIES KICKS OFF NEXT WEEK

August 9, 2016

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The Bama Theatre is ready to roll out its new Bama Art House Film Series for the fall. Aug. 16 is host to “Love and Friendship,” a comedy/romance starring Kate Beckinsdale, but the series features dramas and documentaries, too. The idea? Present films that may not make it to the big, chain theaters — the

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NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY PREPARES FOR NEW YEAR WITH NEW LEADERSHIP

FAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL EMPLOYEE MISSING SINCE SUNDAY

COMMUNITY FORUM OFFERS CONVERSATION CHANCE FOR RESIDENTS, POLICE

POLICE: MAN SAYS HE FIRED AT CAR FOR DRIVING TOO FAST

JASPER MAN KILLED IN CRASH TUESDAY

NIGHT LIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENT IS FRIDAY

TAYLORVILLE PRIMARY HOSTS OPEN HOUSE

MCDONALD’S WORKER RECOVERING AFTER HE WAS SHOT IN THE FACE THIS MORNING

CITY COUNCIL ROUNDUP: PAVING PROJECT COMING TO PARKVIEW CIRCLE IN TUSCALOOSA

THE CORNER POCKET KID: GORDO RESIDENT RAN POOL TABLES AS A YOUTH

TIDER INSIDER TV, 8-9-16

BLOOD DONATIONS NEEDED FOR FINAL WEEKS OF SUMMER

UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA STUDENTS SPRUCE UP VANCE ELEMENTARY

DRIVERS BEWARE: SCHOOL BACK IN SESSION MEANS KIDS WAITING ON, GETTING OFF BUSES

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD PROPOSES EXCHANGE RATE HIKES

RIVAL LOTTERY BILL WOULD INCLUDE VIDEO TERMINALS

STATEWIDE EFFORT REQUESTS ADEQUATE BATHROOM FACILITIES FOR ALL

DARIA DAZZLES AT TEACHER PEP RALLY

TUSCALOOSA-MADE FILM PREMIERS IN TOWN THURSDAY

CHECK TUSCALOOSA CITY SCHOOLS’ BUS ROUTES ONLINE

GREENE COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE QUITS OVER ETHICS CHARGES

HUBBARD SEEKS NEW TRIAL AFTER ETHICS CONVICTION

ALABAMA RESTAURANT WEEK KICKS OFF FRIDAY

BAMA ART HOUSE FILM SERIES KICKS OFF NEXT WEEK

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