February 2021 - WVUA 23

Debate on College Athlete Pay Continues Amid New NCAA Video Game

February 28, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland Should college athletes be paid? That’s the multi-million dollar question. As dissension among players and universities rises, the NCAA is steadfast in its defense of the amateurism model. College athletes are students, the NCAA says, and are therefore paid with their education instead of cold, hard cash. But

Health Matters, Feb. 24, 2021: COVID-19 Vaccines

February 26, 2021

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Now that COVID-19 vaccines are more widely available, it’s important that you understand more about them. University Medical Center Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Weida said each of the vaccines available have their own safety guidelines, effectiveness and potential side effects. “I would say most who are gonna get the vaccine don’t really have any

Bright Spots: Ms. Senior Alabama is More Than Just a Crown

February 26, 2021

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“I had no idea that I would win,” Ms. Senior Alabama Cindy Dixon said. “I was just like, ‘this didn’t happen. I just won…what?’ ” Dixon will be the first to tell you there’s a lot more to her title as Ms. Senior Alabama than just looking pretty and wearing a crown. “I thought and

Tuscaloosa County School System Building Intermediate School

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Mattie Davis The Tuscaloosa County School System is building an intermediate school for Northport students. As the population in Northport continues to grow, schools have become overcrowded in the city. To better provide for students’ needs, they are building a school that will house fifth- and sixth-graders next fall. At

Doctor: Alabama Could Reach Herd Immunity in Late Spring, Early Summer

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson According to Dr. Suzanne Judd, Epidemiologist in the School of Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the U.S. is moving toward herd immunity. This means when enough people become immune to a disease to make the spread unlikely. Judd said scientists believe 72% of the

Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted: Feb. 24, 2021

February 26, 2021

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TUSCALOOSA – The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Davin Keon Washington, 25, is last known to be living in the area of Old Buttermilk Road in Cottondale. Washington is wanted on methamphetamine trafficking charges. Brittany Leigh Zenczak, 31, is last known to be living in the area

Is Twitter Becoming Our New Big Brother?

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– In George Orwell’s dystopian novel, “1984,” Orwell predicts a society where human rights like freedom of speech no longer exist. The fictional dystopian society consisting of a totalitarianism and repressive regimentation that controlled the lives, speech and even thoughts of its citizens shares an eerie resemblance

Hooligan’s is Set to Relocate in Tuscaloosa

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – After 23 years of business in downtown Tuscaloosa, Hooligan’s is moving to another location in town. Their new 15th Street location is in the former Pizza Hut at the corner of 15th Street and Hackberry Lane. Described as “an eatery that serves American dishes with

Tuscaloosa’s Annual Africana Film Festival Is This Weekend

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA23 Digital News Reporter Jennaya Lazenby TUSCALOOSA, Ala.- The ninth annual Tuscaloosa Africana Film Festival will be hosted virtually Feb. 27-28 due to COVID-19. The films will be movies from the African continent and broader African Diaspora. The films will be available for participants to start joining at 6 p.m, on Feb. 27, viewers

Jersey Mike’s Subs Replaces Pita Pit on the Strip

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A new restaurant chain is coming to the Strip in Tuscaloosa, but they’re replacing a longtime staple. Jersey Mike’s Subs is replacing Pita Pit, located across from Publix on University Boulevard. Craig Construction is listed on the permit as the contractor for the project estimated

Alabama Graduate Touring the Country in Oscar Meyer Wienermobile

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – On Feb. 22, an Oscar Meyer Wienermobile stopped in Tuscaloosa during a nationwide tour, and though it has happened before, this time the driver was UA graduate Zach Chatham. Chatham drove through campus to recruit future hot-doggers, a full-circle moment. For him, post-college days include

AP Fact Check: Biden on Virus Deaths, Kerry’s Climate Crisis

February 26, 2021

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By HOPE YEN and SETH BORENSTEIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden and his team are getting the numbers wrong when they talk about the enormity of the mounting COVID-19 death toll and the looming climate change threat. A look at the claims: BIDEN: “Each day, I receive a small card in my

Metro Animal Shelter, Elementary School Teaming Up to Feed Animals in Need

February 26, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Josh Ragsdale In the chaos and stressful time that is the coronavirus pandemic, it can be easy to forget about the needs of our four-legged friends, but the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter is hosting a pet pantry event to ensure that as many pets in need as possible have food.

Alabama to Allow Spiritual Adviser at Inmate’s Execution

February 26, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama is amending its execution procedures to allow a condemned inmate to have his spiritual advisor in the execution chamber. The Alabama attorney general’s office wrote in a Thursday court filing that the change is underway. The move comes after the U.S. Supreme Court sided with

2 Hurt When Army Helicopter Crashes at Alabama Base

February 26, 2021

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OZARK, Ala. (AP) – Two people were hurt when a helicopter went down at the Army’s main training base in south Alabama. Officials at Fort Rucker haven’t released information about the extent of injuries or a potential cause of the accident. But photos and videos from news outlets show an Army helicopter lying on its

Ichiban Owners Looking for New Location After Notice to Vacate

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Haley Wilson TUSCALOOSA- Tuscaloosa’s Ichiban Japanese Grill will permanently close at its current location on Hackberry Road and 15th Street next month, but the owners say they’re looking for a new spot. The decision comes after the owner of the property issued the restaurant a 30-day notice to vacate their

8 Years Later: Kate Ragsdale Case Remains Unsolved

February 25, 2021

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It’s been 8 years since a mysterious murder shook the entire Tuscaloosa community, and today, investigators are still searching for answers. Who murdered Kate Ragsdale? That’s the question that’s haunted the entire Tuscaloosa community for 2,922 days. Ragsdale, 73, was found dead Feb. 24, 2013, in her home located in the Highlands neighborhood off University

Residents in Reform Lacking Basic Water Service

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson Residents who live in Reform within Pickens County are still suffering from water problems, this time because of cold weather conditions. City officials said they’re working on finding ways to provide residents with water. Some locals experience nothing when they turn on their faucets while others do have

Tuscaloosa Pays it Forward with Supply Drive for Texans in Need

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Julia Smith A Tuscaloosa organization, Tuscaloosa Action, held a supply drive to gather items for people in Texas who are without food, water or electricity after the frigid weather last week. Tuscaloosa Action held a drive at Grace Presbyterian Church on Hargrove Road Tuesday, Feb. 23, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

UA-Developed App is Used to Help Control Hypertension

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A mobile app developed by The University of Alabama faculty and UA’s Center for Advanced Public Safety helps individuals manage their blood pressure. Valuable resources are also provided to promote an overall healthy lifestyle. Dr. Louanne Friend, associate professor and director of residency research with

Tuscaloosa Hosts Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band Friday, Feb. 26

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – On Friday, Feb. 26, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band will perform in Tuscaloosa at the newly renovated Druid City Music Hall. Playing throughout the southeast, Rumours ATL pays homage to their Atlanta roots and, of course, Fleetwood Mac. DCMH is a multi-genre venue attracting previous

New Renewable Energy Plant in Demopolis Looking for Workers

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA23 Digital News Reporter Jennaya Lazenby TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — West Alabama Works and Pinnacle Renewable Energy are partnering this week to help Alabamians get high-paying jobs in a growing field. Pinnacle has multiple open positions at their new site in Demopolis with wages between $15 and $30 an hour. The wood pellet production facility

It’s Free College Application Week in Alabama

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Nayeli Pineda Monday kicked off the state’s Free Alabama College Application Week. The weeklong event will run from Feb. 22 to 26. Alabama high school seniors will have opportunities to apply to colleges and universities throughout the state with waived admission application fees. While not every postsecondary institution has waived

The League of Women Voters of Greater Tuscaloosa To Host Virtual City Council Forum

February 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– The League of Women Voters of Greater Tuscaloosa is hosting a virtual city council forum on Thursday, starting at 6 p.m. The forum for candidates in Districts 1, 2 and 5 will be live-streamed on LWV’s Youtube channel on Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. and

Archives: February 2021

Debate on College Athlete Pay Continues Amid New NCAA Video Game

Health Matters, Feb. 24, 2021: COVID-19 Vaccines

Bright Spots: Ms. Senior Alabama is More Than Just a Crown

Tuscaloosa County School System Building Intermediate School

Doctor: Alabama Could Reach Herd Immunity in Late Spring, Early Summer

Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted: Feb. 24, 2021

Is Twitter Becoming Our New Big Brother?

Hooligan’s is Set to Relocate in Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa’s Annual Africana Film Festival Is This Weekend

Jersey Mike’s Subs Replaces Pita Pit on the Strip

Alabama Graduate Touring the Country in Oscar Meyer Wienermobile

AP Fact Check: Biden on Virus Deaths, Kerry’s Climate Crisis

Metro Animal Shelter, Elementary School Teaming Up to Feed Animals in Need

Alabama to Allow Spiritual Adviser at Inmate’s Execution

2 Hurt When Army Helicopter Crashes at Alabama Base

Ichiban Owners Looking for New Location After Notice to Vacate

8 Years Later: Kate Ragsdale Case Remains Unsolved

Residents in Reform Lacking Basic Water Service

Tuscaloosa Pays it Forward with Supply Drive for Texans in Need

UA-Developed App is Used to Help Control Hypertension

Tuscaloosa Hosts Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band Friday, Feb. 26

New Renewable Energy Plant in Demopolis Looking for Workers

It’s Free College Application Week in Alabama

The League of Women Voters of Greater Tuscaloosa To Host Virtual City Council Forum

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