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Have a fire pit in your yard? Make sure said fire stays in said pit

October 26, 2021

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It’s getting chilly outside in the evenings, and that means families around West Alabama are firing up their fire pits. But all the s’mores, drinks and happy conversation don’t cancel out the inherent dangers of building that backyard blaze. Ready-made fire pits are available for as little as $50 at most local hardware or big-box

Former Alabama students pleads guilty to animal cruelty

October 26, 2021

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A former University of Alabama student who abandoned her pets to die inside her apartment will not serve any more jail time for her felony conviction. According to court records, 24-year-old Ryanne Gilbert pleaded guilty to first-degree aggravated animal cruelty. Gilbert was sentenced to a 60-month suspended sentence, with two years of supervised probation. She

Gateway hosting Tech or Treat tonight

October 26, 2021

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Halloween isn’t until Sunday, but tonight there will be plenty of trick-or-treating fun at the Gateway in Alberta. The city of Tuscaloosa is hosting its fourth annual Tech or Treat event from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gateway, and residents can dress up and come to play games, win some cool tech prizes and

Ivey directs agencies to resist COVID vaccination mandate

October 26, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has directed state agencies not to cooperate with the federal COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Ivey signed an executive order forbidding executive branch agencies from penalizing employees or businesses for non-compliance with the federal vaccine mandate. The directive is part of Republican officials’ efforts

Civil rights pioneer seeks expungement of ’55 arrest record

October 26, 2021

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By JAY REEVES Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – An 82-year-old Black woman who became a civil rights pioneer when she was arrested for refusing to move to the back of an Alabama bus in 1955 wants to end the case once and for all. Claudette Colvin was arrested by Montgomery police months before the

Tuscaloosa Elks Lodge helps fund service dog

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Kennedy Chase Dogs are man’s best friend, but for Aurora Randazzo that relationship is even more important. And without the Tuscaloosa Elks Lodge, she wouldn’t have her service dog, Luke. Aurora has autism, and after a whole lot of research, her family knew a service dog would be a great

Looking for a job? Help is available

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA Digital Reporter Anneliese Taggart Need a job? You’ve got options, and plenty of places where you can search. Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington visited Tuscaloosa as part of last week’s Civic Hall of Fame event, and he said there’s never been a better time for a job search. While the national

Local organization decorates pumpkins for awareness

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller United Cerebral Palsy of West Alabama decorated pumpkins last week in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The pumpkins were painted pink and given to those fighting breast cancer at the Tuscaloosa Cancer Care Center. UCPWA Chief Development Officer Becci Houser said it’s important for UCP’s members to

COVID cases falling, but trouble signs arise as winter looms

October 25, 2021

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By LINDSAY WHITEHURST Associated Press Tumbling COVID-19 case counts have some schools around the U.S. considering relaxing their mask rules, but deaths nationally have been ticking up over the past few weeks. Some rural hospitals are also showing signs of strain and cold weather is setting in. The cold sends people indoors, where the virus

Alabama unemployment rate 3.1% in September

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller Alabama’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.1% in September. Nearly 69,000 people were reported to be unemployed this past month statewide. Officials say the outlook is positive, however, compared to last year when it was up to 6 percent. Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington said the

Health Matters: University Medical Center Fayette Clinic

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller Prenatal care is extremely important for expecting mothers, but it can be difficult to find this kind of support in certain rural communities. University Medical Center recently opened a clinic in Fayette to bring in more prenatal care services to patients. UMC Dr. Jane Wedia said the clinic

World Games Committee recruiting Alabama students for jobs

October 25, 2021

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Birmingham is hosting the World Games next year. This is the first time the games have been held in the United States since 1981. The World Games Executive Committee visited the University of Alabama’s campus recently to recruit students who are interested in getting involved with the making of the games. They are looking for students

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Have you checked yourself recently?

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Carlie A. Horn October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s a good time to consider getting an exam if you’re overdue. Early detection is crucial for better outcomes and less invasive treatments. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the most common symptoms include:

Like salt? FDA wants you eating less of it

October 25, 2021

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is lowering its voluntary sodium guidelines, but the number is still well above recommended levels Over the next two-and-a-half years, the FDA wants to lower Americans’ average sodium intake to 3,000 milligrams per day. The American Heart Association recommends consuming no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day.

Organization hosts first Step Up for Down Syndrome walk

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Michaela Redmond October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and Down Syndrome Alabama hosted its first-ever Tuscaloosa Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk on Sunday. Down Syndrome Alabama West Alabama Satellite Coordinator Kelly Johns said Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal disorder, so it’s something residents should learn more about.

Northport salon, boutique celebrates grand opening Sunday

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson Simply Stunning hair salon and Styled by JS Boutique celebrated their joint grand opening Sunday, offering hair styling and clothes so you can dress to impress. Owner Amelia McElroy-Washington said she wanted to bring a trendy and mature look to Northport residents interested in taking their clothes from

Tuscaloosa County school campus named after former board member

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson A school within the Tuscaloosa County School System has a brand new name for its campus in honor of a longtime board of education member. The James E. Barnett campus at Northport Intermediate School is named for James Barnett, who was a member of the Tuscaloosa County Board

Duncanville man dies in Tuscaloosa wreck Saturday

October 25, 2021

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A Duncanville man is dead after a single-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon near Tuscaloosa. James Lee Johnson, 62, was fatally injured when the SUV he was driving left the road and overturned on U.S. Highway 82 near the 59-mile marker around 12:30 p.m. Johnson, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected and pronounced dead

Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted: Oct. 20, 2021

October 25, 2021

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TUSCALOOSA – The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office needs your help locating some of Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted. Vintre’l Kejuan Young, 19, is last known to be living in the area of University Lane in Tuscaloosa. Young is wanted on a first-degree robbery charge. Jessica Elizabeth Wedgeworth, 34, is last known to be living in the area

100 teens get lifetime support to foster global service work

October 25, 2021

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By GLENN GAMBOA AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) – The first 100 winners of an initiative to nurture talented teens worldwide have been named. It’s part of a $1 billion program funded by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and his wife. The winners announced Monday will receive lifetime support for their education and the

Alabama town offers $200 incentive for workers to get shots

October 25, 2021

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DORA, Ala. – A rural Alabama town voted to offer its employees a $200 incentive to get the COVID-19 vaccine using federal pandemic relief money. The Daily Mountain Eagle reports that leaders in the Walker County town of Dora say they hope the move would boost the vaccination rate in the town of 2,200. Opposition

Schoolyard Roots hosts A Moveable Feast to benefit garden education

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA Digital Reporter Anneliese Taggart The Tuscaloosa-based nonprofit Schoolyard Roots is working with area restaurants, coffee shops and breweries this week to support local food and school garden education. A Moveable Feast, running Oct. 25 through Oct. 30, has participating businesses offering a Schoolyard Roots Special made with produce from a local farmer. A

Ivey awards nearly $2.8 million for assistance to state’s homeless

October 25, 2021

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By WVUA Digital Reporter Anneliese Taggart Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $2.8 million to help Alabamians who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless to obtain shelter and other related services. The funds from the federal Emergency Solutions Grants program will enable 13 regional agencies to provide shelter, legal and health services, and other

Birmingham program offering monthly payments to single moms

October 25, 2021

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) – A new program will offer monthly payments to single mothers in Birmingham. The plan was proposed by Mayor Randall Woodfin and approved by the City Council on Tuesday. The pilot program is funded mainly by $500,000 in grants from a nonprofit group called Mayors for a Guaranteed Income. As many as

Archives: October 2021

Have a fire pit in your yard? Make sure said fire stays in said pit

Former Alabama students pleads guilty to animal cruelty

Gateway hosting Tech or Treat tonight

Ivey directs agencies to resist COVID vaccination mandate

Civil rights pioneer seeks expungement of ’55 arrest record

Tuscaloosa Elks Lodge helps fund service dog

Looking for a job? Help is available

Local organization decorates pumpkins for awareness

COVID cases falling, but trouble signs arise as winter looms

Alabama unemployment rate 3.1% in September

Health Matters: University Medical Center Fayette Clinic

World Games Committee recruiting Alabama students for jobs

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Have you checked yourself recently?

Like salt? FDA wants you eating less of it

Organization hosts first Step Up for Down Syndrome walk

Northport salon, boutique celebrates grand opening Sunday

Tuscaloosa County school campus named after former board member

Duncanville man dies in Tuscaloosa wreck Saturday

Tuscaloosa’s Most Wanted: Oct. 20, 2021

100 teens get lifetime support to foster global service work

Alabama town offers $200 incentive for workers to get shots

Schoolyard Roots hosts A Moveable Feast to benefit garden education

Ivey awards nearly $2.8 million for assistance to state’s homeless

Birmingham program offering monthly payments to single moms

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