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UAB Hospital Update: Staffing is Low, but Community is Stepping Up

December 9, 2020

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Julia Smith COVID-19 cases are rising and so are the number of patients admitted to hospitals across Alabama. University of Alabama at Birmingham Chief Nursing Officer Terri Poe said the hospital’s nurses are exhausted. In addition, they’re limited to working with one patient at a time in the hopes of

Tuscaloosa County Courthouse Annex Hosting Blood Drive Today

December 9, 2020

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Have some free time this afternoon? Consider donating blood. The COVID-19 pandemic means fewer people are giving blood. That combined with the usual holiday lull means there’s a dire need for donations. Today through 5 p.m. the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Life South to host a blood drive at the Tuscaloosa County

New Overpass over Train Tracks Near University Should be Complete in Summer

December 9, 2020

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If you live, attend school or work at or near the University of Alabama you’ve undoubtedly been held up by a passing train or two along 10th Avenue, Hackberry Lane or Dr. Edward Hillard Drive. UA is working on making that a problem of the past by building a mile-long overpass at Second Avenue, making

Habitat for Humanity Needs Help After Thief Steals Truck Part

December 9, 2020

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A delivery truck for Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa is out of commission after thieves stole its catalytic converter. Again. Habitat for Humanity Director Ellen Potts said this is the second time since August they’ve had to replace the nearly $3,000 vehicle part. “That is money that we would spend building or repairing houses and providing

Ivey Extends Safer at Home Order Through Late January

December 9, 2020

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Alabama’s Safer at Home Order will continue through Jan. 22, Gov. Kay Ivey announced today. This month there are no changes to the order. Last month, restrictions were loosened on entertainment venues and restaurants. That means masks are still required in all public spaces, schools and colleges. Check out the full list of rules and

2 Men Accused of Hotel Car Break-Ins Captured Tuesday

December 9, 2020

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Two Birmingham men suspected of stealing firearms out of vehicles parked at hotels across the state are now behind bars. Ro’daryus Mitchell, 23, and Jae’Vonte Taylor, 18, were captured Tuesday by members of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force. In Tuscaloosa, Mitchell is facing 18 felony counts of breaking into vehicles, and Taylor is facing

Man Facing Charges After Two Carjackings Last Week

December 9, 2020

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A Bessemer man suspected in two carjacking incidents reported Thursday was taken into custody earlier this week. Deantrez Sanders, 19, is accused of robbing two women in separate incidents on Dec. 3. In both instances, investigators with the Tuscaloosa Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division said Sanders used a handgun and stole their cars. The first

Tuscaloosa County Schools Shifting to Staggered Schedule

December 9, 2020

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The Tuscaloosa County School System is shifting students back onto a staggered schedule next week in the wake of an increase in COVID-19 cases. Starting Dec. 14, the system will revert to an A/B schedule for on-campus learners. According to TCSS, the change is happening because of a growing number of teacher absences and a

TIDER INSIDER: 12-8-20

December 8, 2020

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Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss the Tide’s blowout win against LSU and look ahead to the last regular season game against Arkansas. Look at Bama players in the NFL. Men’s basketball preview. We answer your phone calls, emails and tweets live.

Former Alabama Judge Sentenced to Prison for Theft

December 8, 2020

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ATHENS, Ala. (AP) – A former Alabama judge who pleaded guilty and ethics charges has been sentenced to four years in prison. A judge sentenced one-time Limestone County District Judge Douglas Patterson during a hearing Tuesday. Patterson also was ordered to pay almost $73,000 in restitution, and deputies took him into custody immediately. The 38-year-old

Canyon Bakehouse Recalls Their Gluten-Free Brand

December 8, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– The gluten-free brand “Canyon Bakehouse,” is recalling certain packages of these products due to the possible presence of gluten. The brand consists of mountain white bread and bagels. The recall involves certain UPC and lot numbers that are listed on the Federal Drug Administration’s website, so

Dollar Tree Recalling Scented Candles

December 8, 2020

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– Before you light any votive candles this holiday season, make sure to check where you buy them first. The consumer product safety commission has issued a recall on “Adco’s Sure Scents” candles sold exclusively at Dollar Tree. Dollar Tree sold more than 143,000 candles labeled with

Tuscaloosa County Commission Looking into Potential Rec Center in Fosters

December 8, 2020

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One West Alabama community is a step closer to having their own recreation or activity center. On Monday, residents from the Fosters, Ralph, Romulus and Jena communities gathered for a community meeting, giving their input for what they’d like to see in a potential center built by the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority. The

With Rise in COVID Numbers, City, Hospital System Offer Updates

December 8, 2020

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson With the holidays nearing and COVID numbers spiking, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox and the DCH Health System on Monday offered updates regarding hospitalizations and new regulations. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, more than 10,000 people are confirmed to have contracted COVID-19 in Tuscaloosa County. About

Going to the SEC Championship? Keep These Things in Mind

December 8, 2020

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The SEC Football Championship in Atlanta on Dec. 19 features new rules and policies designed to keep patrons safe from security threats and COVID-19. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. in Mercedes-Benz Stadium and will air on CBS. If you’re planning on attending in person, seating capacity is limited to 16,500 fans because of

Don’t Let Porch Pirates Ruin Your Holidays

December 8, 2020

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Julia Smith It can happen to anyone. You’re expecting a package, but it never arrives. Or worse, it did arrive but vanished before you could grab it. Northport Police Department Community Relations Officer Haley Abbett shared tips to ensure your packages won’t go missing this holiday. “This is the season

Studies Suggest AstraZeneca Vaccine is Safe

December 8, 2020

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The Associated Press WASHINGTON – New results on a possible COVID-19 vaccine from Oxford University and drugmaker AstraZeneca suggest it is safe and about 70% effective. Some experts say that shows it is likely to win approval. Partial results from tests of the vaccine in the United Kingdom, Brazil and South Africa were published Tuesday

Ex-State Sen. Cam Ward Sworn in as Head of Alabama Parole Agency

December 8, 2020

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Longtime state legislator Cam Ward has been sworn in as director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles. Gov. Kay Ivey appointed Ward and administered the oath of office Monday. He replaces Charlie Graddick, who resigned amid criticism over the slowing pace of paroles during his tenure. Republican Ward resigned

Huntsville School System Reopens After Cyberattack

December 8, 2020

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) – One of Alabama’s largest public education systems has resumed classes after a cyberattack shut it down for a week. AL.com reports that students returned to Huntsville City Schools on Monday, though the school system’s computers were still down. Teachers copied assignments onto paper before passing them out to students, and take-home

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Tuscaloosa Restricting Access to City Buildings, Events in Wake of Rising COVID Numbers

December 7, 2020

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The city of Tuscaloosa today announced they’re limiting access to city buildings and events because of the increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations. These closures apply only to city-owned buildings and event spaces, and don’t apply to Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority spaces, Tuscaloosa City Schools or Tuscaloosa Transportation Authority facilities. Effective 6 p.m. Dec. 7

Spirit of Alabama: Church Brings Christmas to Life

December 7, 2020

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For 25 years, a Pickens County church has shared the story of Christ’s birth with thousands of people. But they’re not listening in the pews. Instead, they’re driving through and watching actors play out how the story unfolds. Hanna Church in Gordo has a small congregation, but every year they pull out all the stops

Ceremony Recalls Alabama Man Killed in Pearl Harbor Attack

December 7, 2020

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) – Relatives of one of the first Alabamians to die in World War II are recalling his sacrifice nearly eight decades after the attack on Pearl Harbor. A wreath-laying ceremony was held Sunday for Luther Isom of Huntsville. The 20-year-old sailor was serving aboard the USS Arizona when it was attacked 79

‘Alabama Snake’ to Tell Story of Snake-Handling Preacher

December 7, 2020

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A movie premiering on HBO Max will tell the story of an Alabama preacher who is in prison after being convicted of trying to kill his wife with a snake. “Alabama Snake” will begin showing Wednesday on the service. It’s about Glenn Summerford, who remains imprisoned after being convicted of trying

Twins Arrested in Jefferson County Slaying

December 7, 2020

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CENTER POINT, Ala. (AP) – Authorities say twin brothers are charged in a weekend killing near Birmingham. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says 20-year-old Zamir Princeton Jones and Zaden Prince Jones were arrested in the Sunday night shooting death of 19-year-old Christian Dewayne Smith of Midfield. News outlets report the victim’s body was found lying

Archives: December 2020

UAB Hospital Update: Staffing is Low, but Community is Stepping Up

Tuscaloosa County Courthouse Annex Hosting Blood Drive Today

New Overpass over Train Tracks Near University Should be Complete in Summer

Habitat for Humanity Needs Help After Thief Steals Truck Part

Ivey Extends Safer at Home Order Through Late January

2 Men Accused of Hotel Car Break-Ins Captured Tuesday

Man Facing Charges After Two Carjackings Last Week

Tuscaloosa County Schools Shifting to Staggered Schedule

TIDER INSIDER: 12-8-20

Former Alabama Judge Sentenced to Prison for Theft

Canyon Bakehouse Recalls Their Gluten-Free Brand

Dollar Tree Recalling Scented Candles

Tuscaloosa County Commission Looking into Potential Rec Center in Fosters

With Rise in COVID Numbers, City, Hospital System Offer Updates

Going to the SEC Championship? Keep These Things in Mind

Don’t Let Porch Pirates Ruin Your Holidays

Studies Suggest AstraZeneca Vaccine is Safe

Ex-State Sen. Cam Ward Sworn in as Head of Alabama Parole Agency

Huntsville School System Reopens After Cyberattack

Tuscaloosa Restricting Access to City Buildings, Events in Wake of Rising COVID Numbers

Spirit of Alabama: Church Brings Christmas to Life

Ceremony Recalls Alabama Man Killed in Pearl Harbor Attack

‘Alabama Snake’ to Tell Story of Snake-Handling Preacher

Twins Arrested in Jefferson County Slaying

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