Friday, November 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity organizes a turkey giveaway to support local communities during the holiday season. WBRC
- ➤ Tuscaloosa invests $10 million in expanding its tennis center and renovating Jaycee Park to enhance community engagement and attract national tournaments. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Tuscaloosa offers various dining and entertainment options open on Thanksgiving while government offices, schools, and some businesses close, amidst ongoing roadwork and city events. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Community leaders initiated an $11 million expansion of the Tuscaloosa Tennis Center, adding courts and upgrading facilities to enhance quality of life. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Steven Mezrano hosts his 10th annual Thanksgiving giveaway, offering $50 gift cards to the first 100 people at Piggly Wiggly in Tuscaloosa, providing timely support to families amid high grocery prices. Tide 100.9
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maurices, a women's clothing store in Tuscaloosa's University Mall, is closing on December 21st after 10 years, with no plans to relocate. Tuscaloosa Thread
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governmental agencies, including the DEA and FDA, caution against the dangers of online-bought prescription medications, revealing a high risk of them being laced with fentanyl. CBS 42
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dave Portnoy bet $100k on Alabama to win the College Football Playoff, highlighting Alabama's strong performance this season. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ No. 7 Alabama basketball defeats No. 20 Illinois 100-87, showcasing team depth despite SEC Preseason Player of the Year Mark Sears scoring zero points. The Tuscaloosa News
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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.
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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.
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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings
Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring holiday classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet in the scenic Tuscaloosa River Market.
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Kentuck's Holiday Art Market
Kentuck's Holiday Art Market is a community-focused event where local artists showcase their work for the public to purchase in a festive atmosphere.
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Southern Soul Christmas Jam
A lively Christmas music event featuring a live performance by YOUNG GUY at the Tuscaloosa River Market.
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