Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
Good morning, Tuscaloosa.
On Friday, May 8, the Area Agency on Aging of West Alabama held its annual luncheon at the Bryant Conference Center at the University and welcomed nearly 900 senior citizens from seven counties.
WBRC chief meteorologist Wes Wyatt emceed the event (playing songs and engaging attendees).
Tuscaloosa schools using Canvas experienced technical issues after a nationwide cyberattack disrupted access to grades, assignments and exams during spring finals week on May 8.
Officials say systems are mostly restored — students are advised to check school emails for security updates.
Major road work begins across Tuscaloosa as students leave after commencement last week — University Boulevard is closed until mid-July and eight campus streets see closures, while a $4.3 million Greensboro Avenue project starts now to boost pedestrian safety before fall football season.
Alabama won its series opener 8-3 against South Carolina with three home runs and a strong seven-inning outing by Tyler Fay.
The Crimson Tide will clinch the series tomorrow at noon CT while managing an injury to Justin Lebron—he suffered a head impact during the game.
Alabama softball defeated Florida 9-1 on Friday in Lexington to advance to the SEC Tournament Championship; the Crimson Tide now awaits the winner of the Georgia + Texas matchup.
During Friday’s win over South Carolina, star shortstop Justin Lebron collided in the seventh inning, returned to the bench, and later left the field for evaluation.
His coach said Lebron feels okay — his status for tomorrow's game remains uncertain.
Crimson Tide shortstop Justin Lebron left the game after a collision with South Carolina first baseman Will Craddock (his head struck Craddock’s glove), and he was replaced by Jojo Williamson.
Alabama vs. Ole Miss Baseball Game
6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Great community event — Experience an exciting baseball showdown between the Crimson Tide and the Rebels.
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