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Friday, February 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Velvet Spoon, a new soul food cafe in Tuscaloosa by entrepreneurs Tavarus and Shakeithia Hatter, is attracting large crowds at its Skyland Boulevard location. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Tuscaloosa welcomes diverse new eateries, including America's oldest peanut shop, waterfront dining, a bakery inspired by English sourdough, and several Italian restaurants. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Ellen Woodward Potts, Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa Executive Director, has been spotlighted in USA TODAY’s Women of the Year program for her impactful community work and for continuing a legacy of strong, influential family women. The Tuscaloosa News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 2,000 Tuscaloosa residents have signed a petition to address longstanding issues with the city's sewage system before local elections. WBRC
- ➤ Alabama is under a level 2 severe weather threat with a potential for damaging winds and tornadoes between midnight Tuesday and 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, according to the Storm Prediction Center and local meteorologists. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Paul W. Bryant Stampede Varsity Boys basketball team secured their place in the 6A State championship game with a last-second victory over Gadsden City, marking their first title game appearance since 2018. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Ace Austin concludes a stellar high school basketball career and is poised to make a significant impact at Alabama women's basketball after leading her team to multiple state titles. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Stillman College basketball player Calvin Earl Finch Jr. was honored with first-team All-Conference and first-team All-Defensive team awards as Stillman secured the HBCUAC regular season and East Division titles. Tuscaloosa Thread
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Safe Spring Break Health Fair 2025
The Safe Spring Break Health Fair offers students educational resources on health and wellness services available on campus and in the community, including free testing and giveaways.
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Beekeeping Skills Workshop: Queen Rearing
1-9:30 p.m. | Tuscaloosa Extension Office | $40 registration | Discover essential techniques for queen rearing with hands-on experience in Alabama's ideal beekeeping climate.
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Swan Lake by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine presents a full-scale production of the classic ballet 'Swan Lake' at the Bama Theatre.
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Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon and 5K
The Visit Tuscaloosa Half Marathon is an annual long-distance running event that showcases the scenic rolling hills along the Black Warrior River.
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