James Benedetto

Long Island native and two-time Bama grad who is still trying to figure out this southern hospitality thing. Previously, I was the Assistant Sports Editor for UA's The Crimson White and a digital reporter for WVUA 23. I love writing, drinking Dr. Pepper and watching Rangers hockey. Reach out if you have a tip or want to know how to make a good marinara sauce.

Shots Fired: Villanova Alumnus Buys Billboards to Inspire Alabama

Villanova alumnus and basketball fan Michael Wendel, bought three billboard ads challenging the Alabama Men's Basketball team to play tougher after a close loss to then-ranked No. 18 Missouri Saturday.

Casey Affleck Sports ‘The Shirt Shop’ Gear in New Movie

The Shirt Shop, a Tuscaloosa mainstay, finds itself in the Hollywood spotlight as one of their shirts gets featured in Amazon Prime's new movie "Our Friend."

2 Jefferson County Men Charged with Robbing Tuscaloosa Pharmacy

According to a release from the Tuscaloosa Police Department, Terrance Cordale Walker, 31, and Pattrius Marquis Allen, 29 allegedly walked to the pharmacy section of the CVS Pharmacy on Veterans Memorial Parkway demanding medication.

Urban Bar & Kitchen Officially Opens in Downtown Tuscaloosa

As Gary McGee celebrated the opening of Urban Bar & Kitchen with a subtle fist pump, it symbolized the conquering of tough year for the business owner.

2 Tuscaloosa Businesses Team Up to Create Seafood-Inspired Brews

Half Shell Oyster House and Black Warrior Brewing Company have teamed up to create two new brews specifically made for the seafood restaurant.

Alabama Softball Announces Full 50-Game Schedule for 2021 Season

The 10-month wait for softball is finally coming to an end after the Alabama Crimson Tide announced its schedule for the 2021 campaign Friday.

Jaylen Waddle Declares For the NFL Draft

The Houston, Texas native racked up 691 receiving yards and four touchdowns in just six games.

Kip Tyner Announces Chevron ‘On Steroids’ Coming To Alberta City

Tyner said that the service station will be along University Boulevard between 23rd and 24th Avenue. The station will be located where the former Tuskaloosa Exterminating Services used to be and will be right across the street from the Alberta Baptist Church.

Alabama Defeats Ohio State 52-24, Secures 18th National Title

Relive the most important plays and find out who was Tide 100.9 offensive and defensive player of the game in Alabama’s National Championship win over Ohio State.

Central Elementary School Breaks Ground on New Outdoor Classroom

The school has already raised $15,000 for the project and will continue to apply for grants and seek charitable donations until they reach their goal of $50,000 for the new classroom.