Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
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🚨 Crime
Authorities arrested 10 people in Tuscaloosa County in connection with a series of shootings—officials said the suspects are linked to several incidents and the investigation is ongoing.
During a June 6 news conference, Tuscaloosa law enforcement linked a group to over $1 million in fraud and at least 10 shootings including one homicide as part of a yearlong investigation—cooperating with state, local and federal agencies.
🎓 Education
Alumnus J. Frank Barefield Jr. committed a $35 million gift that will rename the College of Arts and Sciences to the J.
Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences — the UA System Board of Trustees approved the donation on June 6. The endowment will support research and teaching for more than 9,000 students across 80 programs.
UA alum J. Frank Barefield Jr. donated $35 million to the University on June 6th, and the College of Arts and Sciences was renamed in his honor—he announced the gift during a press conference with university officials.
🎉 Tuscaloosa Events
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Jackson Chase Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — 43 Prime — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with Jackson Chase, a talented local vocalist from Tuscaloosa.
Old Dominion Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater — Tickets from $43 — Enjoy a night of country music with Old Dominion in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience classics from The Beatles and Ringo's solo hits live on stage.
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