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.
James Benedetto
Two Tuscaloosa Teenagers Charged with Breaking Into Cars
According to the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office Facebook post, residents reported three teenagers were allegedly trying to break into unlocked cars in the neighborhood.
TCS Superintendent Pitches Dates for Staggered Opening of Schools
The board is expected to vote on Daria's proposal next week. If approved, TCS will move to a staggered, four-day learning week with each student in a classroom twice weekly.
Workers to Replace Arch of I-20/59 Bridge Over McFarland
In a Wednesday press release, ALDOT stated that the arch "does not pose any danger to the traveling public," but does not meet their building specifications.
West AlabamaWorks! to Host Virtual Job Fair This Week
West AlabamaWorks! will host a virtual job fair titled "Black Belt Jobs" this week from Thursday to Sunday (Sept. 3-6).
Alabama Receives Mask Donation for Schools, Colleges
A donation of over 2.4 million face masks is being shipped to Alabama from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Tuscaloosa City Schools To Consider Early Return to Classrooms
The board originally intended to send students back to classrooms in October, but will now consider a plan to reopen later this month.
ALDOT To Begin Monthslong McFarland Resurfacing Monday
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced that a portion of McFarland Boulevard will be resurfaced starting on Monday.
Tuscaloosa County has the Cheapest Gas in West Alabama
According to GasBuddy.com, motorists pay $1.87 per gallon on average for a gallon of regular gas in Tuscaloosa County, which is $0.04 cheaper than in neighboring Hale, Greene and Pickens Counties.
Tuscaloosa City Schools to Resume Meal Services
According to a press release, meal bags will contain five breakfasts and five lunches that will last for the week. If a student is learning on campus, they will receive a breakfast and a lunch meal for that day.
Save Your Ears: UA Senior Creates Hats for Easy Mask Wearing
University of Alabama senior Challie Johnson created a baseball cap with a hook on each side to allow people to attach masks to the hat rather than their ears.