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SoulGrown

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This Jasper men’s store has dressed generations of Alabamians for 77 years

Named the Alabama Retail Association’s 2026 Gold Retailer of the Year, Rusty Richardson has spent decades preserving the values that made Bernard’s a downtown Jasper institution.

Jasper, AL · 1d

The Tuscaloosa News

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Tuscaloosa marks 50 years of holiday parade tradition

One of West Alabama’s largest Christmas events will return to downtown Tuscaloosa. The 50th annual West Alabama Christmas Parade, organized by the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority, will begin at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7 in downtown Tuscaloosa. The parade will be preceded by a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in front of the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse, 714 Greensboro Ave. For 50 years, the parade has drawn community groups, churches, schools, businesses and families from across West Alabama, becoming a longstanding holiday tradition. PARA has organized the parade since taking over coordination from the West Alabama Jaycees in 1976. University of Alabama football coach Paul W. “Bear” Bryant served as the first grand marshal, launching a tradition of honoring community members for their contributions, according to a news release. More: Where did 'Bear' Bryant eat? Visit his favorite spots | Exclusive “Reaching 50 years of the West Alabama Christmas Parade is a tremendous milestone for PARA and our community,” PARA CEO Brian Davis said in the release. “For generations, this parade has brought families, neighbors, businesses, and community organizations together to celebrate the holiday season," Davis said. "We look forward to making this anniversary year especially meaningful as we honor

Tuscaloosa, AL · 3d

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%.

Alabama · 18h
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Curry High wins first playoff game in 30 years

CURRY, Ala. (WBRC) - The Curry High School football team won its first playoff game in 30 years last week and will host a second-round game against Oneonta on Friday night. Curry is in year four under head coach Jace Cordell, who says his players have persevered after growing up hearing that you couldn’t win at Curry.

Jasper, AL · 1d
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The Tuscaloosa News

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Northport welcomes elite softball teams to new park

More than 60 elite softball teams from across the country will compete in Northport in the Diamond Legacy Elite Invitational Softball Tournament. The tournament, scheduled for Nov. 13-15, will bring 65 teams representing 19 states to the city-owned River Run Park complex , according to a news release. City officials said the tournament is expected to draw athletes, coaches and families from across the country, providing an economic boost for Northport and the surrounding area. Chad Stears of Diamond Legacy Events said River Run Park's facilities helped attract the tournament to Northport. “We are very excited to bring our elite softball athletes to the City of Northport’s new River Run Park complex,” Stears said in the release. “The signature softball stadium is one of the best we have seen in the country,” he said. More: Tuscaloosa County to host first Wildcat Invitational at River Run Park Tournament activities will begin Nov. 12 with an opening-night event for participating teams. About 1,100 players and coaches are expected to attend a dinner and welcome ceremony featuring University of Alabama head softball coach Patrick Murphy and city officials. Buffalo Rock, HD Sports and Hospitality LLC and local SmartBank branches are sponsoring the event.

Northport, AL · 2d

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 · 1d

95.3 The Bear

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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 · 23h

walkerleader.com

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Jasper to Unveil America 250 Community Mural on Veterans Day

JASPER, AL – The City of Jasper, Jasper Main Street, the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County, and the Walker County Arts Alliance will unveil the America 250 Community Unity Tree Mural on Wednesday, November 11, at 1 p.m. at the Glover Drugs building in downtown Jasper. The unveiling...

Jasper, AL · 2d

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Northport veteran reflects on banner initiative along Main Avenue

When was Northport's Hometown Heroes Banner Initiative launched?. Why did Northport launch the Hometown Heroes Banner Initiative?. Veterans now line downtown Northport, where banners displayed along Main Avenue recognize local service members for Veterans Day. The banners are part of the city’s Hometown Heroes Banner Initiative, launched this year to...

Northport, 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 · 12h