As children grow up, their bones, muscles and bodies are doing the same thing. That means their body mass index and weight undergoes rapid changes, making it harder to determine if children are overweight or obese. Instead, doctors look at percentiles, said University of Alabama College of Community Health Sciences Pediatrics Assistant Professor Dr. Shawn Cecil. “Overweight is any child…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Chaney Scott Throwing a softball, running around a track, or playing games with friends might not seem like anything out of the ordinary. But for students in the Tuscaloosa County School System’s Special Education program, it’s cause for a celebration. More than 150 athletes competed at TCSS’s annual Spring Games for special needs students….
Construction is moving forward on a temporary site for the Tuscaloosa County Jail while improvements are under way. On Wednesday, the Tuscaloosa County Commission approved a bid for the temporary site’s construction. Funding covers sewer, electrical and infrastructure for units where inmates under minimum security will be temporarily housed. “As soon as this unit gets operational, hopefully by the summer…
university of alabama basketballIf you’re driving to Louisville to see the Crimson Tide play in the Sweet 16, there are some pretty cool places to stop along the way. The WVUA 23 team rolled out early Thursday morning from Bryant-Denny Stadium, headed to the Bluegrass State. We stayed in sweet home Alabama for our first stop. This one was for…
The Tuscaloosa Police Department is searching for its newest officers, and they’re hosting a career fair next week offering candidates a chance to come check out what the job entails. Tuscaloosa Police Chief Brent Blankley said the department is currently short about 32 officers, and that’s a major reason for this latest recruitment push. Not to mention, working for…
A midweek win for the Tide started out slow, but Alabama baseball scored in four of the final five innings for the 12-2, eight-inning win over UAB at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The Crimson Tide is now 18-4 on the season. UAB took an early lead, scoring one in the first inning, and kept Alabama off the board until the fourth. Then,…
By WVUA-23 Sports Reporter Riley Theis Bryan Hodgson, Alabama’s assistant basketball coach is expected to relocate to Arkansas State as the next head coach. Hodgson has been with the Tide for the past four seasons and has spent the last eight seasons on Nate Oats’ coaching staff, along with assistant coaching experience at Buffalo, Midland College, and Jamestown Community College….
By WVUA 23 Student Reporter Emily Benito According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 80,000 people died from an opioid overdose in 2021. On Wednesday at the Bryant Conference Center, Stephen Hill shared his experience with substance abuse, saying he hopes the lessons he’s learned can save others from what he endured. Hill said he’s been in…
With the sunny weather and flowers in bloom, allergy season has left many people feeling the effects with sneezing, nasal congestion and itchy eyes and throat. St. Vincent’s Health System OR Pharmacist Ryanne Spivey said certain over-the-counter drugs can help. “The most common ones are Zyrtec, Allegra, or Claritin. Some people find that Zyrtec works the best for them…
By WVUA 23 Student News Reporter Caleb Aguayo After bond was denied to Darius Miles and Michael Davis, the pair’s attorneys filed for a new bond hearing. Around the same time, new video evidence was seen, although not publicly released, which allegedly shows the events leading up to the deadly shooting of 23-year-old mother Jamea Harris on Jan. 15. Local…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Savannah Denton A longtime Tuscaloosa staple may be getting some new life after closing the doors of its restaurant several years ago. The Cypress Inn Restaurant, located on Rice Mine Road with gorgeous views of the Black Warrior River, spent decades as one of the most popular restaurants in Tuscaloosa since its 1984 opening….
By WVUA-23 Sports Reporter Kenneth Kelly After closing out the 2022 football season in a Sugar Bowl victory 45-20 against Kansas State, the Crimson Tide officially put the pads and cleats back on to open Spring practice this past Monday. The team has a lot of major changes coming this season. They bring in two new coordinators Tommy Rees and…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Chaney Scott The first day of spring certainly didn’t feel like it this year. A sudden cold snap across the state has some farmers worried about their crops, especially fruit like peaches and blueberries. West Alabama agriculture experts said temperatures falling below freezing might damage some plants, but the cold didn’t last long enough…
The Tuscaloosa City Schools Board of Education unanimously approved changes to the parent/student code of conduct Tuesday, meaning students getting into trouble like fighting in school no longer have a first warning before an extended stay at alternative school or expulsion are on the table. This after a Northridge High School parent was left with many questions and few answers…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Avery Lake Tuscaloosa’s One Place is helping people get the items they need to make job-hunting a breeze. The organization’s job readiness drive, happening at 10 a.m. March 29 at Jaycee Park, is focused on getting essential hygiene items and professional clothing to people searching for jobs. Anyone interested in dropping off items for…
By WVUA 23 Student Sports Reporter Sam Holley Paul Bryant High School celebrated one of its own who is getting the opportunity to compete at the college level. Jonathan Crawford, who plays point guard for the basketball team, signed to Marion Military Institute and plans to play basketball for the Tigers. Crawford earned All-Region team honors as a senior. He…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Gracie Fusco April 1 marks two years since the Warrior Met Coal Strike began in Brookwood. The strike started when miners were notified their pay and benefits would be cut. United Mine Workers of America’s President Cecil Roberts has now put out a directive for workers to return to their jobs while the union…
More road work is on the way for Tuscaloosa. This time it’s a monthslong repaving project from the Alabama Department of Transportation, encompassing McFarland Boulevard from near Julia Tutwiler Drive to Hargrove Road and from Skyland Boulevard to near 12th Avenue East. The project’s goal is improving mobility and safety, said ALDOT West Central Region Public Information Officer John McWilliams….
Gary Harris and Rodney Orr discuss Alabama basketball advancing to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA tournament. Also, Alabama women’s basketball lost a heartbreaker to Baylor in the first round of their tournament. Crimson Tide football began their spring practice on Monday. The Alabama gymnastics team heads to NCAA regionals this weekend. Also, a former Alabama great, Dont’a Hightower retires…
If you’re a nurse and looking for a new job, the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center is looking for applicants. Working for the Tuscaloosa VA comes with a lot of benefits, said Patient Care Services Associate Director Chuck Gills, including generous annual and sick leave, health and retirement benefits. “But really more importantly, it’s being able to serve the veterans who…
By WVUA 23 News Student Reporter Giselle Hood An upgraded bond rating means it’ll be even easier to finance Northport’s water park and several other mega projects. Northport City Council President Pro Tem Christy Bobo announced Monday Northport’s bond rating was upgraded to AA+ by Fitch Ratings. Just as adults have their own credit score, bond issuers like cities are…
Families living in Tuscaloosa who have young children may qualify for lead testing and funding for getting rid of lead hazards in their homes. Lead-based paint was commonly used in homes until it was banned from residential use in the 1970s, but it’s still present in millions of homes. If it’s been painted over, it’s usually not a problem, but…
By WVUA 23 Student News Reporter Caleb Aguayo After working for years to honor beloved band director Ethime Emonina, Paul W. Bryant High School has renamed its band room after students’ late mentor. The school and Emonina’s family held a dedication ceremony and reception March 20 in honor of Ethime’s life and legacy, and the auditorium was packed with school…
Koran Lewis will spend the rest of this life in prison. He’s the man convicted of shooting and killing 23-year-olf Jennifer Nevin in 2017. “It’s been a grueling six years for all involved,” said Jennifer’s brother Will Nevin. Monday that final chapter came to a close. “It is just a sense of relief. That is the best way I can…
