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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity, with the support of Warrior Met Coal and Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy students, is constructing a fully accessible house for Kara Martin's family, including her wheelchair-bound daughter, Miracle, after a severe car accident. The Tuscaloosa News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Sebrena Jackson, recognized as a 2025 Black History Maker of Alabama, has been influential in making higher education attainable for foster youth in Alabama through her leadership and research. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa's Mayor Walt Maddox seeks state support to address challenges in managing mental health issues, highlighting an increase in individuals in need due to downsizing of state facilities. WBRC
- ➤ Tuscaloosa's municipal elections for Mayor, City Council, and the Board of Education are scheduled for March 4, 2025, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ESPN's mock draft features two Alabama players being selected in the first round, with linebacker Jihaad Campbell going to the Seattle Seahawks and Tyler Booker to the Houston Texans. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama's Junior Day successfully impresses top 2026 class prospects, securing several official visits to Tuscaloosa. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama basketball guard Sarah Ashlee Barker is recognized as a top-ten finalist for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award, highlighting her standout season with averages of 16.7 points and 6.1 rebounds per game. Tuscaloosa Thread
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Bradley Braves vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball Game
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Safe Spring Break Health Fair 2025
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