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Thursday, November 7th, 2024

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Tuscaloosa invites residents to a Veterans Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park to honor military service members, featuring keynote speaker Retired U.S. Army Capt. Chad Fleming.  The Tuscaloosa News
  • Tuscaloosa is set to revive its Holidays on the Plaza event starting November 29, featuring an ice-skating rink, a Tinsel Trail with decorated trees, and a new cashless payment system.  Tuscaloosa Thread
  • University of Alabama student volunteers are preparing for Thanksgiving by sorting and organizing donations at the new West Alabama Food Bank warehouse.  The Tuscaloosa News

CRIME NEWS

  • A shooting on Highway 69 South in Tuscaloosa damaged two businesses and a vehicle, but there were no injuries reported.  Tuscaloosa Thread

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The UA Board of Trustees is set to discuss significant construction projects, notably the expansion of Coleman Coliseum, to enhance the University of Alabama's athletic and academic infrastructure.  Tuscaloosa Thread

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Tuscaloosa County experiences high voter turnout with notable participation in the presidential election, despite some polling sites encountering longer wait times.  The Tuscaloosa News
  • Raevan Howard, a Tuscaloosa councilwoman, announced her bid for a third term, highlighting her tenure's achievements and plans for further community improvements.  Tuscaloosa Thread

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • Charles Wesley Godwin Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Charles Wesley, a talented singer-songwriter from West Virginia, at the Druid City Music Hall.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • Dance Alabama! Fall 2024 Concert

    Experience a lively showcase of dance performances at the Fall 2024 concert presented by Dance Alabama!

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • McNeese Cowboys vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Men's Basketball

    Experience the thrill of college basketball as the Alabama Crimson Tide take on the McNeese Cowboys at Coleman Coliseum.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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  • Alabama vs. Mississippi State Women's Volleyball Match

    Experience an exciting college women's volleyball match between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Foster Auditorium.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Alabama vs. Mercer Premium Tailgate Experience

    Experience the excitement of the Alabama Crimson Tide versus the Mercer Bears in a premium tailgate setting at Russell Hall.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Texas Longhorns vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball Match

    Experience an exciting women's volleyball showdown as the Texas Longhorns take on the Alabama Crimson Tide at Foster Auditorium.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Make a Circle Documentary Screening and Discussion

    Experience a screening of the documentary 'Make a Circle' followed by an insightful panel discussion featuring early education leaders.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball

    Experience an exciting showdown between the South Carolina Gamecocks and Alabama Crimson Tide in women's volleyball at the renowned Foster Auditorium.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • Ole Miss Rebels vs Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball Match

    Experience the exciting matchup between Ole Miss Rebels and Alabama Crimson Tide in women's volleyball at Foster Auditorium.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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  • Excerpts from The Nutcracker 2024 at Druid City School of Ballet

    Experience the enchanting beauty of Tchaikovsky's timeless ballet, featuring talented dancers from Druid City School of Ballet and the University of Alabama in a captivating performance suitable for all ages.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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