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…
Taylorville woman has a passion for pink
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…
Bright Spots: Santa has a home in Gordo
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…
Bright Spots: Carrollton residents seek out Sneaky the Elf
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…
Bright Spots: Worker lights up her salon
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…
Bright Spots: 94-year-old golfer says sport keeps him young
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…
Bright Spots: Bibb County farm a sanctuary for animals in need
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…
Bright Spots: Former majorette twirls into hearts through viral video
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…
Bright Spots: Taylorville Primary hosts 9/11 mementos
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…
Bright Spots: Longtime Rama Jama's owner retiring. Again
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…
Bright Spots: LuLu is the bomb dog
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…
Bright Spots: Centreville newspaper going strong since 1879
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…
Bright Spots: Shelter pup a success story, but treatment isn't cheap
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…
Bright Spots: Blooming traditions in Gordo
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…
Bright Spots: Locking arms with the Bojangles man
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…
Bright Spots: 'See the able, not the label'
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…
Bright Spots: Child plans Race for Peace
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,…
Bright Spots: Northport shows support for Ukraine
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…
Bright Spots: Alabama grad wins car on 'Price is Right'
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…
Bright Spots: A ticket to forever
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…
Bright Spots: 3 of 5 state Schools of Character are in Tuscaloosa
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…
Bright Spots: MedCenter South celebrates 20 years of community care
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…
Bright Spots: Tuscaloosa County High student offers heartfelt words for teachers
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…
Bright Spots: K-9 memorial celebrates sheriff’s office’s best boys and girls
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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