Bright Spot: Writing into children's hearts
Sara Lavender Burkhalter is a local woman who's taken two of her dreams and turned them into realities. She helps run her family's construction company and is now a children's…
Sara Lavender Burkhalter is a local woman who's taken two of her dreams and turned them into realities. She helps run her family's construction company and is now a children's…
In this week's Bright Spots report we introduce you to a woman who's made her favorite color into a lifestyle. "Welcome to the pink paradise," Cathy Quinn said, opening the door…
WVUA 23 has interviewed some pretty impressive people: professional athletes, politicians, music stars. But none shine brighter -- especially this time of year -- than the big guy in the red…
It's not Christmas yet, but Pickens County residents are already getting in on some festive fun. "This little ole town is just a small town with a big heart," said…
We all know someone who is the human version of sunshine. People light up when they enter any room. This week's Bright Spots is all about one of…
This week's Bright Spots report is far from par. Grover Snyder is 94. He'll be 95 on Feb 12. And while most people that age spend their…
Welcome to Tabernacle Farm in Brent. This week's Bright Spots report takes us to Bibb County, where a fun fall event is benefitting a warm…
A Pelham woman went viral earlier this month after her grandson posted a video of her on social media. Dianna Murphree, 78, is seen impressively twirling her baton in the video that…
It’s been 21 years since our nation fell under attack on Sept. 11, 2001. Although this time of year brings sadness as we remember what happened that day, it's…
For University of Alabama fans, you could say it's an end of an era. The man behind the iconic restaurant Rama Jama's is retiring. Again. But don't tell…
There are hundreds of new faces this school year at Demopolis Middle School in Marengo County. Among them is one who's a little different. She's got massive ears, plenty…
These days, the news is all about digital first. But this week's Bright Spots report takes us down the road and back in time to Bibb County, where folks still rely on…
When she first arrived at Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter, 3-month-old pointer-mix Stella had a broken jaw in two places. "It was touch and go for…
If an event has gone on for 30 years, that's pretty impressive. Holliman Gardens has been around for that long, and their tradition is bringing beautiful blooms to West Alabama. Renee…
Freedom of speech is one the most basic rights in our country. One local man exercises his outside the Bojangles at Tuscaloosa's Five Points area just about every single day. Chances are…
Sometimes a job is just a paycheck, but for these men and women, it's so much more. Meet Mac Peoples, Rashad Thomas and Emmanuel Pearson. Through…
The war-torn city of Mariupol, Ukraine, is more than 15,300 miles from Tuscaloosa. But no distance is too far for this young man's heart. "Making a difference is important,…
If you've driven by Northport City Hall recently, you may have noticed some new blue and yellow additions. "We have decorations on the doors with sunflowers," Northport Mayor Bobby Herndon…
A former University of Alabama student used her passion for game shows for her own benefit recently, scoring a big prize on "The Price is Right." Jenn…
If you're a current or former student of the University of Alabama, chances are you're a member or have at least heard of the Alabama Student Ticket Exchange Facebook group. Most people use it…
Character: The moral qualities that make up an individual or entity. In a world where it often seems that good character can be harder and harder to find, it's stories like this…
A lot can happen in 20 years. Back in 2002, George W. Bush was president, "Spider-Man" starring Tobey Maguire and directed by Sam Raimi was released in theaters, and gas…
https://youtu.be/fc0pz8GJ-Q8 Every other week in our Bright Spots reports, you hear WVUA 23 Anchor Chelsea Barton tell a story of something positive in our community. In this week's piece, you're not going to hear her voice at all. These are…
This week’s Bright Spots report pays tribute to a different type of Sheriff’s deputy. If you’ve ever been out to the Tuscaloosa Sheriff’s Office Training Facility in Berry, you know how impressive it is. Officers come from all over the country to train there. There’s a recent addition to the property that’s just “doggone” special.
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