African Americans

Military Veteran Jay Jarrett is making black history in Tuscaloosa

History in the making is Rashinda Reed. She broke barriers as the first black female head coach of the UA Volleyball team in 2021.

Find out how Tuscaloosa's DeMario is making Black History in West Alabama.

Arick Evans Jr. serves as the 2nd Mister Stillman College in school history.

Pastor Mike Jr. has one of the fastest-growing churches in the United States. He is a multitalented leader who changes the lives of many people through ministry, music, and his philanthropic work in Alabama.

Meet Woodrow Washington III who is making a big impact in Northport and West Alabama as a Northport City Councilman and businessman.

A native of the west end of Tuscaloosa, Jasmine Rainey has a heart for serving the community. She believes that customer service is not something that can be taught. It is developed from within.

Meet Willie Mae Ike Wells, one of the foot soldiers of the civil rights movement in Tuscaloosa.

Spearheading programs that led to the enrollment of more diverse students at the University of Alabama, Meet Dr. Christine Taylor.

For 29 years, Sheryl Threadgill-Matthews has been changing the lives of young people in Wilcox County through her organization BAMA Kids, Inc. Learn more about her journey.