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Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Warming stations have been opened in Tuscaloosa to support the community during colder temperatures.  WBRC

CRIME NEWS

  • The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office warns of increased scam attempts in the new year, advising citizens not to respond to threatening emails demanding ransom.  Tuscaloosa Thread

CULTURE NEWS

  • Tickets for the 2025 Realizing the Dream concert headlined by gospel singer Le'Andria Johnson and the Legacy Awards Banquet in Tuscaloosa to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy go on sale January 10.  The University of Alabama

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Alabama focuses on fostering respectful and healthy relationships through guidance on open communication, mutual respect, and setting boundaries.  The University of Alabama

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alabama Senator Gerald Allen has proposed a bill to classify 'revenge porn' as a Class B felony, matching the severity of sexual extortion, with penalties of up to 20 years in prison.  AL.com

SPORTS NEWS

  • Nicholas J. Finch has been appointed as the interim Director of Sports Information at Stillman College, taking over from Chris Megginson.  Tuscaloosa Thread
  • Alabama basketball moves up to No. 5 in the Coaches Poll after scoring over 100 points in two consecutive victories, including a significant win against Oklahoma.  The Tuscaloosa News
  • Alabama Men's Basketball maintains its No. 5 ranking in the AP Poll, facing two key games after defeating Oklahoma.  Tuscaloosa Thread

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Alabama Law Alumni Social - Tuscaloosa

    The Alabama Law Alumni Social, taking place at the University Club in Tuscaloosa, offers a networking opportunity for law alumni to connect and engage.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Master Class by Terrence McNally

    Theatre Tuscaloosa presents 'Master Class', a Tony-winning play featuring Ava Buchanan as opera legend Maria Callas, exploring her life and artistry in an opera training program.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.

~ Jimi Hendrix

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