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Groups seek 2 districts with large Black voter bases

October 25, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – Alabama lawmakers return to Montgomery this week to draw new legislative, congressional and school board districts. Some legal groups are arguing the state should have two congressional districts likely to elect African American representatives, instead of just one. Black and mixed-race residents make up more than

Tennessee game was a homecoming to remember

October 24, 2021

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By WVUA Digital Reporter Hunter De Siver Five hours before kickoff, thousands of Crimson Tide fans were already swarming the University of Alabama campus, tailgating and taking in the sights and sounds of homecoming weekend. On the quad, tailgaters are sitting on the sidewalks of University Boulevard looking down the road to see how far

CRIMSON TIDE KICKOFF I WEEK 8 I 10/23/21

October 23, 2021

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CTKO previews Alabama football’s game against Tennessee, as the Tide prepare to play the Volunteers at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The show includes highlights from practices, and interviews with coaches and players. The show also includes interviews with Alabama Women’s Tennis Head Coach, Jenny Mainz, former Alabama safety Tommy Wilcox shares his favorite memory of the “Third

Alabama fans elated for in-person homecoming

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson It’s been two years since the University of Alabama had a full slate of homecoming activities, but fans were excited about being back in Tuscaloosa for the Tennessee game. Longtime Bama fan Johnnie Suestillwell said she enjoyed homecoming being back in full swing. “I just love homecoming,” Suestillwell

PARA offering new, improved basketball program

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter A’Leeyah Ponder The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority is shaking up its basketball program this year. The Tuscaloosa Basketball Association, which extended its registration deadline to Oct. 27, is bringing in head coaches who can help train players of all ages. “We’re about to become a basketball town,” said

Bryant-Denny Mix: Changing the tunes is a balancing act

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Drew Pavan This weekend the Alabama Crimson Tide is taking on the Tennessee Volunteers, and while many Bama fans look to cheer on the Tide this Homecoming Saturday, some of them are ready for some new tunes inside Bryant-Denny Stadium. Earlier in the season, fans took to Twitter and voiced

Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk happening Sunday in Tuscaloosa

October 22, 2021

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Down Syndrome Alabama is hosting its annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk for the first time ever in Tuscaloosa this weekend. The event is happening Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Government Plaza in downtown Tuscaloosa, and sister events are being held in Hoover and Auburn. There will be live music, face painting,

Artist Rick Rush shares other’s success through his works

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Sports Reporter Grace Brister Rick Rush is a local artist in Tuscaloosa that takes the Tide’s success to a new level. His work tells an inside story and captures moments through his art. Rush has been doing art professionally for 45 years. He says that artists tend to relate their work with

Chamber announces new Civic Hall of Fame inductees

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Elise Anzaldua The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama celebrated the 21st induction ceremony of civic leaders in the Tuscaloosa community on Oct. 21. These local heroes are making a strong impact in the community by improving economic and social issues around the area. Local organizations, businesses and individuals can

Alabama students celebrate homecoming with Day of Service

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter A’Leeyah Ponder Homecoming at the University of Alabama features plenty of pomp and engaging events, but it’s also a time for students to offer a helping hand. On Wednesday, UA students offered their assistance at local organizations including the West Alabama Food Bank and Temporary Emergency Services. “One of UA’s

Tuscaloosa Police stepping up patrols for homecoming

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Aajene Robinson After a year away from University of Alabama homecoming festivities, local law enforcement agencies are ensuring this year’s events are safe with an increased police presence around town. TPD Deputy Chief Sebo Sanders said the Strip just off the UA campus will have a heavy police presence and

University of Alabama requiring vaccines for employees

October 22, 2021

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The University of Alabama this afternoon announced it will be requiring all employees get vaccinated against COVID-19 by Dec. 8. Read the full statement sent to employees below: As many of you may know, President Joe Biden recently signed Executive Order 14042, which has been the focus of guidance from the Safer Federal Workforce Task

National Pan-Hellenic Council celebrates homecoming with step-show competition

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Elise Anzaldua Homecoming festivities continue Friday evening on the University of Alabama campus with the annual National Pan-Hellenic Step Show. The university is hosting the annual step show competition between the eight NPHC fraternities and sororities in Coleman Coliseum at 8 p.m. Oct. 22. The competition involves teams competing with

Tuscaloosa County High offering counseling following teen’s slaying Tuesday

October 22, 2021

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Tuscaloosa County High School is in mourning after one of their own wound up shot dead in a drive-by shooting Tuesday. Trinity Shannon, 16, was inside a vehicle at a Wendy’s drive-thru in Northport when someone from another car began shooting into the vehicle. Trinity was declared dead a few minutes away at Field Crest

Alabama students love to hate Tennessee

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Reporter Sarah Erickson Hate might be a strong word, but don’t tell that to a University of Alabama fan during Tennessee Hate Week. Jack Daniels is off the menu, cigars are purchased and prepped and orange is no longer a member of the color wheel. What makes Saturday’s game against the Vols

Tuscaloosa County schools working around food supply chain shortages

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter A’Leeyah Ponder Like many other school systems across the state, the Tuscaloosa County School System is dealing with supply chain issues for its food deliveries. But system officials are assuring parents their children are not going hungry. “Whenever you see food supply shortages it makes parents nervous,” said TCSS Director

Pet of the Week, Oct. 19, 2021: Meet Rusty

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller Rusty is a precious 15-year-old toy poodle who found himself in search of a new home through the Humane Society of West Alabama. Weighing in at 12 pounds, he is small with a white coat and is a very sweet, laid-back, loving pup who longs for a comfy

Community shocked in wake of 16-year-old’s shooting death

October 22, 2021

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Members of the Field Crest Apartments community are still in shock after a 16-year-old girl was declared dead there minutes after a drive-by shooting at a nearby Northport fast food restaurant. On Tuesday, Trinity Shannon was shot to death inside a vehicle at Wendy’s near the intersection of U.S. Highway 82 and Alabama Highway 69.

Students Paint the Town Red for homecoming week

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Elise Anzaldua Homecoming week at the University of Alabama is in full swing and students are getting out their paint and brushes to Paint the Town Red. Paint the Town Red is an event that lets student organizations paint local business windows and storefronts in the Tuscaloosa community as a

Herndon visiting Washington, speaking with senator on Northport’s needs

October 22, 2021

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By WVUA 23 News Reporter Maria Grenyo Northport Mayor Bobby Herndon and his staff headed to Washington, D.C., this week in a bid for assistance from U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville. The mayor and senator’s meeting focused on infrastructure, discussing flooding mitigation, water and sewage expansion, and transportation improvements. “We want to find out what is

Alabama man put to death for 1991 killing of woman

October 22, 2021

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By KIM CHANDLER Associated Press ATMORE, Ala. (AP) – An Alabama man who avoided execution in February has been put to death for the 1991 killing of a woman abducted during a robbery and then shot in a cemetery. Fifty-two-year-old Willie B. Smith III received a lethal injection Thursday night at an Alabama prison. He

Organizations teaming up for Trunk or Treat event Friday

October 21, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller West Alabama Wholesale and Child Abuse Prevention Services will be hosting its second annual Trunk or Treat this Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. The goal of the event is to provide children with the safest way to get their spooky Halloween treats. There will also be live

Here’s everything you need to know for game-day this weekend

October 21, 2021

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By WVUA 23 Digital Reporter Kyrsten Eller This year, the University of Alabama’s homecoming is on a very special football game as the team will face the Tennessee Volunteers. There will be lots of events going on all day, so here’s everything you need to know. Parking lots will open at 7 a.m. and will

Featured Teacher: M’Erica Daniels, Woodland Forrest Elementary School

October 21, 2021

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Congratulations to pre-K teacher M’Erica Daniels at Woodland Forrest Elementary School, who is WVUA 23’s latest Featured Teacher! Daniels was nominated by a former student’s parent, who said: Mrs. Daniels goes above and beyond for our children to make sure they receive the proper foundation for them to succeed in kindergarten. She is very hands

Archives: October 2021

Groups seek 2 districts with large Black voter bases

Tennessee game was a homecoming to remember

CRIMSON TIDE KICKOFF I WEEK 8 I 10/23/21

Alabama fans elated for in-person homecoming

PARA offering new, improved basketball program

Bryant-Denny Mix: Changing the tunes is a balancing act

Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk happening Sunday in Tuscaloosa

Artist Rick Rush shares other’s success through his works

Chamber announces new Civic Hall of Fame inductees

Alabama students celebrate homecoming with Day of Service

Tuscaloosa Police stepping up patrols for homecoming

University of Alabama requiring vaccines for employees

National Pan-Hellenic Council celebrates homecoming with step-show competition

Tuscaloosa County High offering counseling following teen’s slaying Tuesday

Alabama students love to hate Tennessee

Tuscaloosa County schools working around food supply chain shortages

Pet of the Week, Oct. 19, 2021: Meet Rusty

Community shocked in wake of 16-year-old’s shooting death

Students Paint the Town Red for homecoming week

Herndon visiting Washington, speaking with senator on Northport’s needs

Alabama man put to death for 1991 killing of woman

Organizations teaming up for Trunk or Treat event Friday

Here’s everything you need to know for game-day this weekend

Featured Teacher: M’Erica Daniels, Woodland Forrest Elementary School

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