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Health Matters, Aug. 4, 2021: Digital technology and children

August 6, 2021

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Children and adolescents are constantly using digital technology because cellphones, the internet and video games play an essential informative role in their lives. University Medical Center child and adolescent psychologist Dr. Marissa Giggie said digital technology has a big impact on its young users. “Suicide the the No. 1 cause of death for 10- to

Tuscaloosa man charged with child porn possession

August 6, 2021

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A Tuscaloosa man is facing charges on 10 counts of possessing child pornography after a police search Thursday. Evan C. McClure, 27, was placed in the Tuscaloosa County Jail on a bond of $150,000 after he was found with obscene matter depicting children younger than 17. The investigation was a collaborative effort between the West

Georgia man sentenced in fake autograph scheme in Alabama

August 5, 2021

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A Georgia man who created websites to sell memorabilia bearing fake autographs has been sentenced to more than three years in prison after pleading guilty to federal charges in Alabama. A statement from prosecutors says 38-year-old Douglas Duren of Atlanta pleaded guilty to fraud and identity theft in March. He was

Dollar General recalls lounge chairs after reports of amputations

August 5, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws Dollar General recently announced a recall of about 155,000 lounge chairs after reports of amputations, lacerations and pinching of fingers. The True Living Sling Loungers were sold at the discount retailer between January and September of 2019 for about $20. Dollar General has received three reports of the

Back-to-school dates in West Alabama

August 5, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws While Birmingham City Schools kicked off the fall semester on Wednesday, Aug. 4, for most of West Alabama, the first day of school isn’t until next week. Below are the start dates for other schools in the area: Monday, Aug. 9: Fayette County Schools American Christian Academy Holy

Tua Foundation donating $93,000 to girls ranch where 8 died in wreck

August 5, 2021

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A nonprofit foundation started by Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is donating $93,000 to an Alabama girls home. That should cover funeral expenses for eight children killed in a horrific interstate crash in June. The Tua Foundation announced the donation to the Tallapoosa County Girls Ranch on Thursday. It says the

Slain Alabama officer laid to rest with salutes, sobs

August 5, 2021

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SELMA, Ala. (AP) – An Alabama police officer shot to death in what authorities have described as an ambush has been laid to rest with honors. Dozens of police cars and motorcycles with sirens wailing formed a procession for Selma Police Officer Marquis Moorer on Thursday. A black hearse carrying his body and adorned with

University of Alabama requiring masks on campus starting Friday

August 5, 2021

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The University of Alabama will once more be requiring masks indoors on campus for everyone regardless of vaccination status starting Friday. The new requirement includes masks being worn in the following: In classrooms and classroom buildings, regardless of distancing In personal meeting spaces, such as meetings with faculty and advisors When gathering in common spaces,

SEC keeping commissioner through 2026

August 5, 2021

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Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey is staying put through at least 2026, the SEC announced today. The contract extension continues the role he began in 2015 when he became the eighth commissioner of the SEC. “College athletics is in the midst of a transformational period, and the SEC is fortunate to have a highly impactful

Teacher shortage has school systems scrambling

August 5, 2021

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Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Alabama found itself without enough teachers. Now, that situation is even worse. State Superintendent of Education Eric Mackey said elementary schools are the most negatively affected by this shortage. “There’s been a shortage in math and science teachers for a decade or two, but elementary teachers — there were always lots

1 dead, 2 injured in Wednesday Sumter County crash

August 5, 2021

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A two-vehicle crash just after 7:30 Wednesday morning claimed the life of a man from Meridian, Mississippi. Jocquese Jamar Pace, 41, was fatally injured when the van he was driving struck a dump truck, overturned and caught fire. The driver of the dump truck, 41-year-old Reginal Dwight Scott of Birmingham, and a passenger were injured

Brookwood miners rally with thousands Wednesday

August 5, 2021

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Striking miners from Brookwood put on their biggest rally yet Wednesday, protesting against what they say are unfair wages and a lack of benefits. Nearly 1,000 United Mine Workers of America members from Warrior Met Coal in Brookwood have been on strike now for four months. “Five years ago, Jim Walker Resources went through bankruptcy,”

Temporary Emergency Services hosting annual fan drive

August 5, 2021

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Need help beating the heat? Temporary Emergency Services can help. TES is hoping they’ll get at least 200 fans donated for people in need this summer. The organization is hosting its annual fan drive Wednesday, Aug. 11, and WVUA 23’s Jabaree Prewitt will be there with live reports from the event. If you’re interested in

Residents want recycling plant gone sooner than later

August 5, 2021

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Five people living near Tuscaloosa’s Liberty Recycling Plant in West Tuscaloosa are part of a lawsuit requesting the company relocate or get rid of its diesel shredder. Residents have complained about hearing explosions and said they’re worried about breathing in harmful chemicals from the center. There have been at least two fires at the plant

Mind Changers, PARA teaming up for community weekend

August 5, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority recently announced a collaboration with Mind Changers for a Westside Community Weekend in Tuscaloosa. The two-day event will be Saturday, Aug. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 8, at 8:30 p.m. Both days are free and open to

Pet of the Week, Aug. 3, 2021: Meet Taren

August 5, 2021

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This gorgeous and sweet 5- or 6-year-old American bulldog/shepherd mix is Taren, and she’s available for adoption from the Humane Society of West Alabama.. She’s a big girl who weighs in around 70 pounds — and could stand to lose a few of those. Here’s what Taren’s foster mom says: “She always sleeps on her

Tuscaloosa gets $2.2M grant for amphitheater

August 5, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws The city of Tuscaloosa recently received $2.2 million from the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, going toward operations and maintenance of the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater. Congress created the SVOG program to provide emergency assistance grants to eligible live-entertainment venues affected by COVID-19, according to a press release from the city.

Meet the principal: Northridge Middle’s Carter Hill

August 5, 2021

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Northridge Middle School is one of the larger middle schools within Tuscaloosa City Schools. Northridge Principal Carter Hill said he’s ready for a new year and a new outlook. “Last year is in our rearview mirror, and our teachers did an excellent job,” Hill said. “Our administrators did an excellent job, our central office did

Birmingham hospitals: Most COVID patients are unvaccinated

August 5, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Hospitals in Birmingham are seeing a surge in COVID-19 patients and doctors are pleading with the public to get vaccinated. Officials say the overwhelming majority of current COVID-19 patients are unvaccinated, and patients tend to be younger than they were at the start of the pandemic

Gulf of Mexico’s ‘dead zone’ larger than average this year

August 5, 2021

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By The Associated Press Researchers say this year’s Gulf of Mexico “dead zone” is larger than average. Scientists determined that the area off the coasts of Louisiana and Texas covers about 6,334 square miles. The average size of the area where there’s too little oxygen to support marine life has been 5,380 square miles over

Pedestrian struck, killed on interstate in Birmingham

August 5, 2021

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – Authorities say a pedestrian has been struck and killed on an interstate highway in Birmingham. Al.com reports that the crash happened Wednesday night on Interstate 65 North. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service Battalion Chief Sebastian Carrillo says the male pedestrian was hit near the Green Springs Avenue exit. Birmingham police are

Hospitals: Don’t come to emergency room if it’s not an emergency

August 4, 2021

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Alabama hospitals urge patients only go to emergency rooms for true emergencies and not for COVID-19 testing The Alabama Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to avoid emergency rooms for anything other than true emergencies because of the recent rise in COVID-19 cases. Emergency departments are being overwhelmed with patients of all ages who

Ivey announces statewide sensory-inclusive training

August 4, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws The first initiative of its kind in the nation, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced the state is now requiring sensory-inclusive training to state law enforcement officers. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Aug. 3, Ivey said this statewide initiative is a partnership between the Alabama Law Enforcement

New initiative helping families with at-risk youth

August 4, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Daws In partnership with Volunteers of America Southeast, the 24th Judicial Circuit of Alabama announced the launch of a new initiative that provides at-risk youth with services to increase the chances for personal and academic success. The Helping Families Initiative will bring schools, religious organizations and public and private agencies together

Archives: August 2021

Health Matters, Aug. 4, 2021: Digital technology and children

Tuscaloosa man charged with child porn possession

Georgia man sentenced in fake autograph scheme in Alabama

Dollar General recalls lounge chairs after reports of amputations

Back-to-school dates in West Alabama

Tua Foundation donating $93,000 to girls ranch where 8 died in wreck

Slain Alabama officer laid to rest with salutes, sobs

University of Alabama requiring masks on campus starting Friday

SEC keeping commissioner through 2026

Teacher shortage has school systems scrambling

1 dead, 2 injured in Wednesday Sumter County crash

Brookwood miners rally with thousands Wednesday

Temporary Emergency Services hosting annual fan drive

Residents want recycling plant gone sooner than later

Mind Changers, PARA teaming up for community weekend

Pet of the Week, Aug. 3, 2021: Meet Taren

Tuscaloosa gets $2.2M grant for amphitheater

Meet the principal: Northridge Middle’s Carter Hill

Birmingham hospitals: Most COVID patients are unvaccinated

Gulf of Mexico’s ‘dead zone’ larger than average this year

Pedestrian struck, killed on interstate in Birmingham

Hospitals: Don’t come to emergency room if it’s not an emergency

Ivey announces statewide sensory-inclusive training

New initiative helping families with at-risk youth

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