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Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive aims to combat food insecurity in West Alabama by encouraging UA students and employees to contribute donations until Nov. 21.  The University of Alabama
  • Alabama Athletics partners with the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs to host 'Bama Salute' Military Appreciation Week, featuring free admissions for veterans and active duty military members at various sports events.  Alabama Public Radio

CULTURE NEWS

  • Theo Von, a leading comedian and podcaster, is set to perform in Tuscaloosa in the spring at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.  Tuscaloosa Thread

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Stillman College received over $3.2 million in donations, highlighting community support and investment in education.  WBRC

HEALTH NEWS

  • An investigation revealed mismanaged healthcare at the Tuscaloosa VA hospital contributed to a veteran's suicide, prompting his mother's quest for answers and subsequent reforms.  CBS 42

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Chow's Country Buffet, offering a unique blend of Southern and Asian cuisine, has opened in Tuscaloosa under the ownership of a family with extensive experience in the restaurant industry.  Tuscaloosa Thread

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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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