Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
Good morning, Tuscaloosa.
On Saturday, strong winds from a storm toppled the National Championship wall at Rama Jama's (founded in 1996) near Bryant-Denny Stadium, and the restaurant said the loss hit Tuscaloosa sports history hard.
Forecasters warn more severe storms will hit later (be weather-aware).
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating after a body was found in a car at Northport Walmart (5710 McFarland Boulevard) Sunday afternoon as Northport Police received a call just after 4 p.m. and confirmed the report.
Yesterday, residents gathered at First African Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa to mark the 61st anniversary of Bloody Tuesday—a key Civil Rights event.
Leaders, survivors, and author John Giggie shared remarks and signed books as they honored the historic struggle.
Saturday, strong straight-line winds knocked down the National Championship Wall at Rama Jama's, a Tuscaloosa restaurant near Bryant-Denny Stadium that has long celebrated college football history.
The restaurant described the loss as a blow to local heritage—residents are advised to stay weather-aware as more severe storms are possible today and tomorrow.
The University of Alabama announced a $35 million gift from Vestavia Hills alumnus J.
Frank Barefield Jr. that will lead to renaming the College of Arts and Sciences in his honor. The funds will support research, aid students facing hardships, and help retain top educators—boosting a college that earns nearly half of UA's credit hours.
Strong storms knocked out power for over 20,000 Alabama Power customers Saturday afternoon in West Alabama — the storms downed trees, triggered thousands of lightning strikes and led Alabama Power to deploy 1,500 extra crews to restore service.
The IRS has warned that many Alabama taxpayers who are owed refunds can still claim their money by filing overdue returns within three years of the original due date — if the deadline passes, the refunds will go to the U.S. Treasury.
Jill Walker met her husband at a Tuscaloosa triathlon in 2010 and has since completed 99 Ironman races where she stops to pet many dogs.
She now plans to run her 100th Ironman in Panama City Beach this November—family and friends will join her for the race.
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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