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BIG AL’S KIDS CLUB OFFERS SPECIAL SPORTING EVENT PERKS

August 9, 2016

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Registration for the 2016-17 Big Al’s Kids Club is open. Your $20 registration fee gets your child a Big Al T-shirt, pictures with the elephant himself and the cheerleading team, and coupons from sponsor McAlister’s Deli. And if that’s not enough, kids get free admission to select Crimson Tide games, and even opportunities to meet some

STILLMAN RECEIVES $105,000 CHECK MONDAY

August 9, 2016

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Just over two weeks since Stillman College received the financial backing they needed from the city of Tuscaloosa, the cash-strapped institution got another helping hand Monday. “Let’s Talk Team 100” gathered 100 team captains who each raised $1,000 with the goal of keeping the college’s doors open. On Monday, the group presented a check for

REMINDER: ALABAMA REQUIRES PHOTO ID FOR VOTERS

August 9, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Meredith Barbrick If you want to vote in Alabama, you’re required to have a photo ID. If you don’t, free voter ID card are available thanks to an online application or by visiting a mobile voter ID location. Alabama Election Division’s Assistant Todd Ossanna said it’s important to require photo IDs because it helps prevent voter fraud.

OUTDOOR ACTION PROGRAM OFFERS NEW, RETURNING STUDENTS A CHANCE AT MAKING THE WORLD A LITTLE BETTER

August 9, 2016

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Dozens of University of Alabama Honors College students came back to Tuscaloosa a little early this year so they could offer a helping hand. On Monday, UA’s Outdoor Action program was at Moundville Archaeological Park, where new and returning students were cleaning up. Outdoor Action group leader Beau Schaeffer said he’s hoping the students take their volunteering

BENTLEY VISITS TUSCALOOSA MEDICAID RECIPIENTS

August 9, 2016

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Mental health and gambling might not seem like they have a lot in common, but in Alabama their future is wedded to a special session happening this month. Gov. Robert Bentley paid a visit to his hometown of Tuscaloosa today, visiting the Arc of Tuscaloosa and Indian Rivers Mental Health Center both are surviving thanks to Medicaid.

KFC BURGLAR ARRESTED, BOOKED ON $30,000 BOND

August 8, 2016

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A Tuscaloosa teen is behind bars after he was arrested for stealing from the KFC on Skyland Boulevard twice in one month. Police said Jaquavious Vashun Boyd, 18, is facing two counts of third-degree burglary charges after he stole from the restaurant on July 18 and July 31. Both incidents happened in the early morning, police said.

NORTHPORT NEIGHBORHOOD SHOWS SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

August 8, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Meredith Barbrick One community in Northport is coming together to make sure the men and women in blue feel safe. Grand Pointe neighborhood residents are showing support with blue ribbons on their mailboxes. Grand Pointe resident Tamyra Allen said she feels it’s important to show law enforcement some love. “My husband has been talking to some

2 WOMEN IN TOWN FOR PROSTITUTION SEXUALLY ASSAULTED OVER WEEKEND

August 8, 2016

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Two women are recovering after they were robbed and sexually assaulted Saturday at a hotel on McFarland Boulevard. Homicide investigators said they got the call around 7:30 a.m. The victims, 27 and 19, said they were staying at the Masters Economy Inn at 3600 McFarland Boulevard East when two black men entered their room, robbed

EAGLES’ WINGS HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL SHRIMPFEST TO FUND HOUSING PROJECT

August 7, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Elizabeth Elkin Families and friends gathered at Kentuck Park in Northport for food, fun and a good cause: the second annual Shrimpfest and Bar-B-Q. The event drew a crowd eager for live music, children’s activities and plenty of food. All proceeds go to Eagles’ Wings, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping

CITY OF TUSCALOOSA TESTS WATER AFTER SEWAGE LEAK AT LITTLE HURRICANE CREEK

August 7, 2016

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CITY OF TUSCALOOSA: Out of an abundance of caution, the City of Tuscaloosa advises residents should not enter or use the water in Little Hurricane Creek east of the intersection of State Highway 11 and Daimler Benz Boulevard to Little Hurricane Creek at Highway 11 until further notice. There is no immediate danger. A wastewater

FIRST YEAR UA MEDICAL STUDENTS SERVE TUSCALOOSA COMMUNITY

August 7, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Elizabeth Elkin Before picking up their books and beginning medical school, first-year Alabama medical students committed a day doing good in the community. As part of orientation week, incoming med students participated in “fun day,” a day of service in the Tuscaloosa community. This year’s fun day involved working in

TUSCALOOSA METRO ANIMAL SHELTER SUSPENDS INTAKE DUE TO OVERCROWDING

August 5, 2016

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“We do euthanize everyday. we have some that leave for fosters or rescues every day. the biggest need is foster, rescue, adoption. just helping more and more animals get out of the shelter, ” said Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter Operations Manager Nikki Hoggle wants folks to know that they can help in ways other than

MOTORCYCLE OFFICER INJURED AFTER CRASH

August 5, 2016

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A Tuscaloosa motorcycle officer was injured shortly after 1 p.m. today after a vehicle turned in front of him. The officer was heading westbound when the accident happened. According to police, the officer was removed to DCH with a broken leg and multiple bruises. The crash happened in the 3000 block of NE Rice Mine

WEB EXTRA: JK SCOTT, RASHAAN EVANS

August 5, 2016

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Alabama punter JK Scott and linebacker Rashaan Evans meet with the media prior to the Crimson Tide’s second practice of fall camp.

17-YEAR-OLD CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER IN SISTER’S STABBING

August 5, 2016

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A 17-year-old girl is facing attempted murder charges and her sister is recovering at DCH Regional Medical Center after a stabbing Thursday night. The Tuscaloosa Police Department said it happened around 10:30 p.m. at Crescent East Apartments on East 49th Avenue. When police arrived, they said they found a 24-year-old woman who’d been stabbed multiple times. Witnesses

WEB EXTRA: TOMLINSON, PIERSCHBACHER AFTER PRACTICE

August 4, 2016

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Alabama defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson and offensive lineman Ross Pierschbacher meet with the media following the Crimson Tide’s first practice of fall camp.

WEB EXTRA: NICK SABAN AFTER FIRST FALL PRACTICE

August 4, 2016

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Alabama head coach Nick Saban meets with the media following the Crimson Tide’s first practice of fall camp.

“THE OTHER GIRLS DIED. I SURVIVED.” 16TH ST. CHURCH BOMBING SURVIVOR SPEAKS

August 4, 2016

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It’s been over 50 years since four little black girls were killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham. Former Ku Klux Klansman convicted of planting the bomb, Thomas Blanton Jr. will remain behind bars, after his parole was denied Wednesday in Montgomery. But there was a fifth little girl in the church

ALABAMA HUNTING SEASON BRINGS CHANGES FOR DEER, TURKEY HUNTERS

August 4, 2016

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By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Meredith Barbrick Big changes are in store for Alabama hunters during the upcoming season. Mandatory reporting of all deer and turkey harvests will be required beginning this fall. Alabama is one of 48 states with mandatory harvest reporting systems. Former Tuscaloosa Judge Gay Lack said it’s a necessity for biologists.

MAN RECOVERING AFTER HE WAS SHOT IN LEG WEDNESDAY NIGHT

August 4, 2016

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A 21-year-old man is recovering after he was shot in the leg on 51st Street East late Wednesday night. The victim told investigators he was standing out in front of his residence when a white-colored SUV pulled up next to him. Next, the victim said a black man attempted to rob him and then fired

CITY OF TUSCALOOSA WILL USE FUNDS TO START SMALLER ROAD PROJECTS

August 3, 2016

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A $250 million road project that will spread millions of dollars across the county over five years. A sales tax started in 2015 generated the revenue. So far, the City Of Tuscaloosa has about $600,000 at it’s disposal. Back in May of 2015, the “Transforming Tuscaloosa” Legislation was passed. It will allow the city to

NICK’S KIDS HOSTS ANNUAL LUNCHEON TODAY

August 3, 2016

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The North End Zone of Bryant-Denny Stadium was packed with supporters and children today for the annual Nick’s Kids Foundation Luncheon. Nick and Terry Saban host luncheons, golf tournaments, scrimmages and other events throughout the year as they raise money for their foundation that benefits other area organizations. President of the Boys and Girls Clubs

TUSCALOOSA’S MOST WANTED: AUG. 3, 2016

August 3, 2016

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TUSCALOOSA – The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Department needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Kevin Jermaine Burroughs, 44, who’s wanted for first-degree rape, first-degree sodomy and second-degree theft. Andrew Kenneth Bryant, 64, who’s wanted for marijuana possession. Waymon Lenard Robertson, 40, who’s wanted on a fugitive warrant with the Alabama Department of Corrections. If you have

MAN IN PRISON FOR 1963 CHURCH BOMBING WILL REMAIN BEHIND BARS

August 3, 2016

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Former Ku Klux Klansman Thomas Blanton Jr.’s had his parole denied today in Montgomery. Blanton is the last surviving KKK member convicted in the 1963 16th Street Baptist Church bombing during the civil rights movement. The bombing killed four girls: Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins and Denise McNair. He was sentenced to life

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BIG AL’S KIDS CLUB OFFERS SPECIAL SPORTING EVENT PERKS

STILLMAN RECEIVES $105,000 CHECK MONDAY

REMINDER: ALABAMA REQUIRES PHOTO ID FOR VOTERS

OUTDOOR ACTION PROGRAM OFFERS NEW, RETURNING STUDENTS A CHANCE AT MAKING THE WORLD A LITTLE BETTER

BENTLEY VISITS TUSCALOOSA MEDICAID RECIPIENTS

KFC BURGLAR ARRESTED, BOOKED ON $30,000 BOND

NORTHPORT NEIGHBORHOOD SHOWS SUPPORT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

2 WOMEN IN TOWN FOR PROSTITUTION SEXUALLY ASSAULTED OVER WEEKEND

EAGLES’ WINGS HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL SHRIMPFEST TO FUND HOUSING PROJECT

CITY OF TUSCALOOSA TESTS WATER AFTER SEWAGE LEAK AT LITTLE HURRICANE CREEK

FIRST YEAR UA MEDICAL STUDENTS SERVE TUSCALOOSA COMMUNITY

TUSCALOOSA METRO ANIMAL SHELTER SUSPENDS INTAKE DUE TO OVERCROWDING

MOTORCYCLE OFFICER INJURED AFTER CRASH

WEB EXTRA: JK SCOTT, RASHAAN EVANS

17-YEAR-OLD CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER IN SISTER’S STABBING

WEB EXTRA: TOMLINSON, PIERSCHBACHER AFTER PRACTICE

WEB EXTRA: NICK SABAN AFTER FIRST FALL PRACTICE

“THE OTHER GIRLS DIED. I SURVIVED.” 16TH ST. CHURCH BOMBING SURVIVOR SPEAKS

ALABAMA HUNTING SEASON BRINGS CHANGES FOR DEER, TURKEY HUNTERS

MAN RECOVERING AFTER HE WAS SHOT IN LEG WEDNESDAY NIGHT

CITY OF TUSCALOOSA WILL USE FUNDS TO START SMALLER ROAD PROJECTS

NICK’S KIDS HOSTS ANNUAL LUNCHEON TODAY

TUSCALOOSA’S MOST WANTED: AUG. 3, 2016

MAN IN PRISON FOR 1963 CHURCH BOMBING WILL REMAIN BEHIND BARS

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