Sunday, January 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Transportation will begin a $4.59 million repair project on I-20/59 westbound in Tuscaloosa County on Jan. 6, aiming for completion this summer, with minimal traffic disruptions expected. The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama basketball's defense neutralized Oklahoma's Jeremiah Fears in a 107-79 victory, signaling a strong start to SEC play for the Crimson Tide. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Tim Keenan III, a key player on the Alabama football defensive line, has announced he will return for his final season of eligibility in 2025, with a goal to win a national championship. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama basketball faces Oklahoma in the SEC opener, aiming to break OU's undefeated streak and overcome challenges like their strong perimeter defense. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football linebacker Justin Jefferson will return for the 2025 season, bolstering the team after receiving a waiver due to a lawsuit against the NCAA. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Elijah Pritchett of the Alabama Crimson Tide is entering the transfer portal, leaving the team to search for a new starting right tackle in 2025. Tuscaloosa Thread
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Alabama Law Alumni Social - Tuscaloosa
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Large Auction Featuring Repossessed and Consigned Items
The event is an auction offering a variety of consigned and repossessed items, including vehicles, equipment, and recreational vehicles.
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