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Inspectors find food out of temperature at 2 Jefferson County restaurants

Jefferson County, AL · 1d

blackbeltnewsnetwork.com

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Alabama college, university counties shift toward Democrats in midterms

While Democrats saw gains in every Alabama county last week, shifts in counties holding three of the state’s major universities were notable. In Tuscaloosa County, home of the University of Alabama, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Doug Jones won 54%-45% over Republican gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville, a reversal from 2022, when Republican Gov. Kay Ivey won against Democratic nominee Yolanda Flowers, 62%-34%.

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Only In Tuscaloosa

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Tuscaloosa Airport Gets Grant For Significant Upgrades

Tuscaloosa National Airport lands $2.4 million for more parking and room for bigger planes, with most of it from the FAA. A real step for local fliers.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

The Tuscaloosa News

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Freeze warning issued for Tuscaloosa County

A freeze warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham at 1:44 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 13. This warning applies to Marion, Lamar, Fayette, Winston, Walker, Blount, Etowah, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Pickens, Tuscaloosa, Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Talladega, Clay, Randolph, Sumter, Greene, Hale, Perry, Bibb, Chilton, Coosa, Tallapoosa, Chambers, Marengo, Dallas, Autauga, Lowndes, Elmore, Montgomery, Macon, Bullock, Lee, Russell, Pike and Barbour counties. The NWS warns: "Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Drain in-ground sprinkler systems and cover above ground pipes." Tuscaloosa County weather radar .oembed-asset-photo-image { width: 100%; } What are NWS meteorologists saying? At 1:44 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: " WHAT: For the Freeze Warning Saturday morning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 28 to 32 degrees expected, though some locations may remain just above freezing. For the Freeze Warning Sunday morning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 to 32 degrees expected. WHERE: All of central Alabama. WHEN: For the first Freeze Warning, from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m. CST Saturday. For the second Freeze Warning, from 12 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Tuscaloosa County, AL · 1d

Yellowhammer News

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Army veteran deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan finds new mission leading University of Alabama’s Student Veterans Association

Growing up in New Salisbury, Indiana, Blake Schickel had two dream jobs — becoming the starting catcher for the Philadelphia Phillies and joining the military. “I realized pretty quickly that only one of those was in the cards for me,” Schickel said with a laugh. “My dad was in the army, and I have a […] The post Army veteran deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan finds new mission leading University of Alabama’s Student Veterans Association appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

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Attorney Josh Hayes Honored By Alabama State Bar

Because justice should be available to everyone, not just those who can afford an attorney.

Alabama · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Ervin and Bridget Lewis Paid More Than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove Backyard Deck, and the Unlicensed Contractor Left It Up to 12 Feet High With No Railings

Ervin and Bridget Lewis paid more than $25,000 for a Pleasant Grove deck rebuild. It sits up to 12 feet high with no railings, and no contractor license was found.

Pleasant Grove, AL · 3d

95.3 The Bear

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New Rules For Airbnb Change Things For Tuscaloosa Area Renters

If you're booking an Airbnb for the Iron Bowl, checkout just got lighter. Starting Nov 20, hosts can't ask you to strip beds or haul trash. Tuscaloosa renters, take note.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

The Tuscaloosa News

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Tuscaloosa students show off academic skills at STREAM night

Tuscaloosa Magnet Elementary School put on a show Nov. 5, giving students a chance to flex a little academic muscle for their parents while enjoying a night of fun. STREAM Night, now in its fifth year, featured games and activities with an academic focus designed to showcase students' accomplishments while giving parents a chance to learn alongside their children. STREAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Math. "We are partnering with our community partners. We have (the University of Alabama), Tuscaloosa Reads, we have an actual astronaut here, and students are exploring science and all the arts," Principal Constance Pewee-Childs said. Pewee-Childs said one of the best parts of the event is that it is volunteer-led, with the school's teachers supporting volunteers who work directly with children and their families. Activities ranged from making slime to using virtual reality goggles to explore the galaxy. Instructional coach Emily Limbaugh and librarian Katy Busby led the project. More: Columbine victim's story sparks kindness in schools "One of the objectives is to create community events and partnerships to bring in families and students to give them extra exposure to science, technology, reading, engineering, arts and math," Limbaugh said. "We

Tuscaloosa, AL · 1d

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‘It’s going great’: Bessemer mayor said 90-day cleanup blitz is making progress

BESSEMER, Ala. (WBRC) - Bessemer leaders said a 90-day effort to clean up blight is making progress as crews remove trash and clear overgrown lots and debris across the city. Mayor Louise Alexander said blight has been a problem in Bessemer for years and was one of the first issues she wanted to address after taking office.

Bessemer, AL · 3d

Yellowhammer News

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The University of Alabama’s new supercomputing center will support research across Alabama

From studying Alabama’s water resources to testing new materials, researchers across the state could soon have access to more computing power through UA’s new supercomputing center. UA expects to open its High Performance Computing and Data Center on the Tuscaloosa campus in early 2027. Dell Technologies announced Nov....

Tuscaloosa, AL · 1d

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Fairfield residents react as company buys vacant Walmart property for planned data center

FAIRFIELD, Ala. (WBRC) - A company planning a data center in Fairfield has bought property in the city. According to property records, Patmos bought the former Walmart property off Aaron Aronov Drive. Past reporting shows Patmos is planning to build a co-location data center in Fairfield. Neighbors said they don’t...

Fairfield, AL · 3d

Alabama's 42

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Knight named president pro tem as Jefferson County Commission begins new term

Trussville resident Joe Knight will serve as president pro tempore of the Jefferson County Commission for its new four-year term, and he will lead the committee that oversees county finance and emergency management.

Jefferson County, AL · 11h

ABC 33/40 News

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Helena sports complex still lacks site as questions remain over cost, timeline

HELENA, Ala. (WBMA) — Nearly three years after Helena unveiled plans for a multimillion-dollar sports complex, the city still has not secured a location for the project, and questions remain about its final cost, construction timeline and which recreational facilities will ultimately be built. During a Nov. 9 City...

Helena, AL · 1d

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City of Reform celebrates Veterans’ Day with a day of community service

REFORM, Ala. (WCBI) – The City of Reform took this Veterans’ Day as a day of service to the community. Northport Professional Team and Rosetta Minor and Cole Ministry teamed up with the city to provide an early Thanksgiving meal for residents. The groups provided turkeys, hams, and...

Reform, AL · 2d

AL.com

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BLM Birmingham demands immediate resignation of Deputy Chief Heath Boackle

Birmingham, AL · 2d

ABC 33/40 News

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Birmingham City Schools score rises to 79, but three schools still earn F grades

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Birmingham City Schools raised its score on Alabama’s latest state report card to 79, a two-point increase from the previous year. The district remains at a C, and Superintendent Mark Sullivan said it is six-tenths of a point away from a B. The district’s overall...

Birmingham, AL · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

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Alabama Power Cleared About 300 Yards of Trees on Fenn Church's Land, Then a Judge Refused to Keep Him 300 Feet From the Crews

A Shelby County judge dismissed Alabama Power's suit seeking to keep Fenn Church 300 feet from crews after about 300 yards of his trees were cleared.

Alabama · 2d

Country Herald

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Alabama Winter Thanksgiving Travel: I-65 Salt Has Limits

Birmingham, Huntsville and Montgomery drivers should know why treated highways can still freeze.

Alabama · 3d

The Birmingham Free Press

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Birmingham Camping Ban Takes Effect, Sets Rules for Clearing Homeless Encampments

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A Birmingham ordinance banning unauthorized camping on city-owned property took effect Tuesday, establishing notice requirements for clearing encampments and procedures for connecting people experiencing homelessness with shelter... The post Birmingham Camping Ban Takes Effect, Sets Rules for Clearing Homeless Encampments appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Birmingham, AL · 3d