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Meet the community of the Tuscaloosa Farmers Market
The Tuscaloosa River Market has held its weekly farmers market every Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon since 2012. The market’s history, however, dates back over 100 years. “I have a picture in my office that was taken in 1904, and it was of the farmers market when it existed on…
Bama Theatre looks ahead while celebrating the past
The Historic Bama Theatre is a cultural landmark in Tuscaloosa, serving both as a pinnacle for local arts and a resource for students, families and older adults to perform in a local setting. As the community theater looks forward to the year ahead, those involved with the…
Druid City Makerspace is a place for all creators, hobbies
At 813 31st Ave. is Druid City Makerspace, a surprisingly large building with a cozy shopfront decorated by a huge community mural of bright paint and stained glass. Inside, past a gift shop where local artists sell their work, there are art supplies on every wall, high-tech 3D…
Tuscaloosa parks are social spaces for residents, students
For visitors and locals in Tuscaloosa, parks offer more than just a place to pass through. From walking trails and open fields to waterfront views, the city’s parks provide spaces where people can gather, exercise, reflect and simply take a break from their daily routines.…
The backbone of Tuscaloosa business ownership
University Boulevard is home to many collegiate hotspots where students at The University of Alabama frequently gather — both after class and on game days. Establishments such as Ajian Sushi and Daq Shack are common places to find students from the University. The owner of these…
Behind Enemy Bylines: Previewing Alabama-South Carolina through Gamecocks’ eyes
No. 8 Alabama football will welcome South Carolina to town as the Gamecocks enter a pivotal stage of the Shane Beamer era. A collapse against Mississippi State last week only furthered calls for Beamer’s axing, but a strong showing — and perhaps a win over Alabama after two years…
Saturday Slate: Predicting South Carolina at Alabama and other key Week 4 games
Alabama enacted revenge against Florida State last week. On Saturday, South Carolina will look to avenge two heartbreaking losses to the Crimson Tide over the past two seasons. Here are my Week 4 picks as SEC play begins to heat up. No. 1 Texas at No. 14 Tennessee: Neyland…
Rewinding to Alabama’s last two matchups with LaNorris Sellers
Saturday’s matchup between Alabama and South Carolina will mark the third time in three seasons defensive coordinator Kane Wommack and the Crimson Tide defense have faced off against Gamecock quarterback LaNorris Sellers. This is a pretty unprecedented occurrence in today’s…
Injury update for Alabama football ahead of South Carolina matchup
Alabama football enters Saturday’s home game against South Carolina at 3-0, looking to stay unbeaten under the lights at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Head coach Kalen DeBoer provided several updates Monday to open game week. Here is the latest injury report for the Crimson Tide. Newest…
Looking at Shane Beamer’s South Carolina tenure ahead of Alabama matchup
The future of South Carolina football under head coach Shane Beamer looks to be uncertain as the Gamecocks travel to Bryant-Denny Stadium to face the Crimson Tide this weekend. Looking back on the highs Shane Beamer agreed to a deal to become South Carolina’s next head football…
Breaking down the numbers: Alabama vs South Carolina
Alabama heads into its matchup with South Carolina this weekend at 3-0 after a comeback win vs. Florida State. South Carolina, on the other hand, heads into Tuscaloosa 2-1 after blowing a double-digit lead at home vs. Mississippi State. This will be a high-level offensive matchup…
Heisman Trophy on display in Tuscaloosa (Sep. 24-28)
🏆 HEISMAN TROPHY: The prestigious award is back in Alabama this week, touring Tuscaloosa to give fans a chance at a photo with the trophy.