March 2021 - WVUA 23

Alabama Yoga Bill Stalls After Conservative Groups Object

March 31, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama’s decades-old ban on yoga in public schools could stay in place a little longer. A bill that would allow yoga in schools stalled Wednesday in the Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee. During a hearing, two conservative groups objected because of yoga’s historic ties to Hinduism. The

Trans Teenagers Fear Alabama Push to Outlaw Gender-Affirming Treatment

March 31, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Transgender youth and their parents are speaking out against an Alabama bill that would criminalize medical professionals who prescribe hormone treatments to transgender minors. Republican lawmakers in 16 other states have introduced similar measures. The proposed bill in Alabama would make it a felony, punishable by

Northport Mayor Assisting Tornado Victims

March 31, 2021

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It’s important to respond quickly when natural disasters strike, and our neighbors all around West Alabama are in need of assistance. Northport Mayor Bobby Herndon said he’s been responding to such needs for more than a decade, so after last week’s tornadoes, he’s back in action. It’s hard to catch Herndon when he’s not on

Crimson Care Network Offering Moderna Vaccine

March 31, 2021

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The Crimson Care Network in Tuscaloosa is now administering the two-dose Moderna vaccine to anyone who qualifies. Crimson Care Network Chief Operations Officer Sam Whitmer said they’re elated they can offer the vaccine to residents. “There were some questions in the air about how that distribution would happen, because it took quite a while for

Tuscaloosa Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Gun, Drug Charges

March 31, 2021

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A Tuscaloosa man was sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison in the wake of being arrested on gun and drug charges in December 2018. Antonio Montez Denson, 33, pleaded guilty to unlawful transport of firearms by a convicted felon on Jan. 28. U.S. District Judge Scott Coogler sentenced him to serve 120 months

Tuscaloosa County Jail Adopting New Email System for Inmates

March 31, 2021

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The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is unveiling a new email system that should make communication between inmates and anyone outside the jail safer and more efficient. Tuscaloosa County Sheriff Ron Abernathy said the new system is accessible through the Sheriff’s Office website. Anyone who wants to email an inmate can do so through their booking

Alabama Hospitals, Nursing Homes Urge Continued Mask Usage

March 31, 2021

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The Alabama Nursing Home Association and Alabama Hospital Association are joining Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey in encouraging Alabamians to continue wearing masks past the expiration of the state’s mask mandate on April 9. While Ivey said last month she will not renew the mandate, she said she’s still encouraging residents to exhibit personal responsibility and

Pet of the Week, March 29, 2021: Meet Hobbes

March 31, 2021

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Hobbes is a 5- or 6-year-old handsome brown tabby who was surrendered to the Humane Society of West Alabama after his owner moved. He’s got a teensy meow he likes using when he wants attention and/or canned cat food. Once he’s comfortable with you, Hobbes wants nothing more than to curl up in your lap

Women’s History Month: Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray is an Unsung Icon

March 31, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– In 1944, during a time where Jim Crow reigned supreme, Howard Law school students were deliberating on the best way to end the racial apartheid that was Jim Crow. The doctrine that was established a half-century before in the consequential 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson Supreme Court

Pondville Residents Continue Storm Cleanup Tuesday

March 31, 2021

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On Tuesday, cleanup continued in Bibb County’s Pondville, which was hit hard during last Thursday’s EF3 tornado. Pondville resident Thomas Duncan lived through the storm to talk about it. “It was like 40 seconds of just pure war that tore out, and then you heard it go across the road,” he said. “Me and my

Barring Late Agreement, Strike Set for Alabama Coal Mines

March 31, 2021

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BROOKWOOD, Ala. (AP) – A union says more than 1,100 workers at two Alabama coal mines and related facilities owned by Warrior Met Coal Inc. will go on strike barring a last-minute labor agreement. The United Mine Workers of America says the walkout will start Thursday night unless negotiators come up with a deal. The

PALS Kicks Off Its Annual “Don’t Drop It On Alabama” Cleanup

March 31, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Harrison Holland Alabama People Against a Littered State is hosting its annual spring cleanup throughout April. The “Don’t Drop It On Alabama” cleanup is offered to all 67 Alabama counties, including statewide volunteer groups. PALS also announced its new partnership with the Alabama Community College Systems for its cleanup effort

Pfizer: Vaccine Safe in Kids as Young as 12

March 31, 2021

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By The Associated Press NEW YORK – Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12. The announcement Wednesday marks a step toward possibly beginning shots in this age group before the next school year. Most COVID-19 vaccines being rolled out worldwide are for adults, who are at

TIDER INSIDER: 3-30-21

March 30, 2021

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Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss Alabama men’s and women’s basketball losses in the NCAA Tournament, Alabama Football’s second Pro-Day, the resignation of Jay Graham, Alabama Gymnastics, and much more, plus we take your phone calls, emails and tweets live.

Want to Help Tornado Victims? Here’s How You Can

March 30, 2021

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We know many of you see the damage and destruction tornadoes cause and are looking to help. In the wake of the storms March 25, there are some easy ways residents can donate items, money or their time in Bibb and Hale counties. The list of things people need right now is pretty long, but

Centreville Residents Recover From Tornado

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Julia Smith Centreville residents are recovering from the damage caused by the tornado that occurred March 25. Residents like Gary Landon Evans reached out to help neighbors whose homes were damaged. Evans accompanied Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa to remove a tree barricading a neighbor’s driveway not because he knew him, but

Northport Mayor Hosts Donation Drive for Tornado Victims

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Karris Harmon After tornadoes on March 25 left communities across the state with damage, Northport Mayor Bobby Herndon is holding a donation drive for the victims. The drive will take place at 2728 Lurleen Wallace Boulevard on Monday, March 29 and Tuesday, March 30 from 5:30 a.m. until sundown. Herndon

100 Alabama Miles Challenge Kicks Off 2021 Season

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Anne Houtz The University of Alabama Center for Economic Development and its partners will kick off the 2021 season of the 100 Alabama Miles Challenge on April 24. The 100 Alabama Miles Challenge is a statewide public program designed to inspire all Alabamians to be active, explore and connect with

Winn-Dixie Stores Are Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccine

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Shanaya Daughtrey TUSCALOOSA, AL– Officials with Winn-Dixie announced on Friday that selective stores in Alabama will soon be offering the COVID-19 vaccine. As of March 27, 11 of its Alabama stores are offering the vaccine. It will be available to adults who are 55 and older, people with high-risk medical

Elk Lodge Hosts Free Lunch for Tuscaloosa, Northport First Responders

March 30, 2021

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The Tuscaloosa Elks Lodge served free lunch to Tuscaloosa and Northport first responders on Saturday, March 27, as a way to show appreciation to the police officers and firefighters. Over 100 first responders came out for a barbecue plate. Ben Welch, a Trustee at the Elks Lodge, said the lodge wanted to give back to those

Arc of Tuscaloosa Hosts Annual Pullin’ for the Arc Event

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Sidney Spencer The Arc of Tuscaloosa held its annual “Pullin’ for the Arc” fundraiser event on Saturday, March 27. Groups of 10 people from local Tuscaloosa businesses and organizations attempted to pull a 44,000 pound Tuscaloosa fire truck in order to raise money for Arc of Tuscaloosa. Arc of Tuscaloosa

Ivey Tours Tornado-Damaged Areas Monday

March 30, 2021

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A massive tornado left a trail of destruction and five people dead in Calhoun County March 25. On Monday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey toured tornado-damaged areas of the state. Ivey’s first stop was in Calhoun County. The National Weather Service said Thursday’s storm was an EF3 Tornado. “Today every Alabamian grieves with these families,” Ivey

Ivey: Biden Request Will Not Change Mask Mandate End

March 30, 2021

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – A spokeswoman for Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey says the state’s mask mandate will end April 9 despite the president’s request for states to reinstate them. Ivey spokeswoman Gina Maiola said Monday that we are moving towards personal responsibility and not government mandates. President Joe Biden and a top health official on

Church in Holt Hosts Free COVID Testing Event, Vaccine Registration

March 30, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Sidney Spencer COVID-19 testing, vaccine registration, voter registration and community networking all at one event. Weeping Mary AME Zion Church Pastor Clemmie Hilton said this was a way to get people to come out, get tested and network with people in the community. “We have a multiplicity of things going

Archives: March 2021

Alabama Yoga Bill Stalls After Conservative Groups Object

Trans Teenagers Fear Alabama Push to Outlaw Gender-Affirming Treatment

Northport Mayor Assisting Tornado Victims

Crimson Care Network Offering Moderna Vaccine

Tuscaloosa Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Gun, Drug Charges

Tuscaloosa County Jail Adopting New Email System for Inmates

Alabama Hospitals, Nursing Homes Urge Continued Mask Usage

Pet of the Week, March 29, 2021: Meet Hobbes

Women’s History Month: Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray is an Unsung Icon

Pondville Residents Continue Storm Cleanup Tuesday

Barring Late Agreement, Strike Set for Alabama Coal Mines

PALS Kicks Off Its Annual “Don’t Drop It On Alabama” Cleanup

Pfizer: Vaccine Safe in Kids as Young as 12

TIDER INSIDER: 3-30-21

Want to Help Tornado Victims? Here’s How You Can

Centreville Residents Recover From Tornado

Northport Mayor Hosts Donation Drive for Tornado Victims

100 Alabama Miles Challenge Kicks Off 2021 Season

Winn-Dixie Stores Are Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccine

Elk Lodge Hosts Free Lunch for Tuscaloosa, Northport First Responders

Arc of Tuscaloosa Hosts Annual Pullin’ for the Arc Event

Ivey Tours Tornado-Damaged Areas Monday

Ivey: Biden Request Will Not Change Mask Mandate End

Church in Holt Hosts Free COVID Testing Event, Vaccine Registration

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