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Ten coronavirus-themed TikToks to occupy your free time

Joshua LeBerte, Contributing Writer April 26, 2020
Taking care of your physical health during this pandemic is vital, but it’s also important to tend to your mental health. It is often said that laughter is the best form of medicine, so here are 10 TikTok videos to make you smile while you stay safe in quarantine.
Our View: Quality journalism and transparency are essential during the pandemic

Our View: Quality journalism and transparency are essential during the pandemic

CW Editorial Board April 25, 2020

We’d be lying if we said that we had any idea of what’s currently going on. Throughout the nationwide panic, truth regarding COVID-19 has been scarce. Few seem to know what the situation really is,...

Homemade medical masks make a big impact against coronavirus

Homemade medical masks make a big impact against coronavirus

Annabelle Blomeley, Staff Reporter April 21, 2020

One of the many problems facing hospitals in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic is the lack of medical face masks that help stop the spread of the virus. To help combat this issue, two women have sewn...

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The Anderson Society hosts fundraising drive for Alabama REACH

Rebecca Griesbach, News Editor April 21, 2020

The University of Alabama’s Anderson Society is hosting a virtual fundraising drive benefitting local organization, Alabama REACH, in lieu of its biannual service project. “While we are disappointed...

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What to watch on Netflix while social distancing

Lindsey Wilkinson | @lululindsey11, Contributing Writer April 20, 2020
Here are 7 shows that will make this period of uncertainty fly by. These shows have strong characters, gripping conflicts and multiple seasons to keep you occupied.
City will vote to determine reopening of Tuscaloosa on May 12

City will vote to determine reopening of Tuscaloosa on May 12

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter April 17, 2020

In this afternoon’s virtual town hall, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox announced the timeline for Tuscaloosa’s reopening in the coming weeks.  On April 28, Maddox will present a plan to the City Council...

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University of Alabama System appoints task force to improve campus safety

Rebecca Griesbach, News Editor April 14, 2020

While students are away, the University of Alabama System is rethinking health and safety on campus. The UA System has created a task force led by UAB Health System experts to develop plans for University...

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Secret Meals For Hungry Children hosts weeklong donation drive

Rebecca Griesbach, News Editor April 14, 2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a local non-profit is providing food to first responders and their families in addition to offering curbside pickup of food packs. They are also collaborating with...

People are worse than the coronavirus

People are worse than the coronavirus

Maria Grenyo, Staff Columnist April 12, 2020

COVID-19 is sweeping the nation and upending everything we know and love. Sports leagues are being delayed left and right. Universities are shutting down for weeks at a time. The United States has declared...

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‘Corona brides’ stay positive amidst uncertainty

Annabelle Blomeley, Staff Reporter April 11, 2020
Self-proclaimed “corona brides” are struggling to navigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on their spring and summer 2020 weddings. Despite the uncertainty, these three brides are facing the challenge head-on, remaining positive as they are forced to reimagine their big days. 
Being upset over the semester’s abrupt end is OK

Being upset over the semester’s abrupt end is OK

Jennafer Bowman | @jennaferbowman, Staff Columnist April 11, 2020

When The University of Alabama sent the email stating that the student body would not be returning to campus for face-to-face classes, I cried – a lot. Even though I knew the probability of us returning...

Mayor’s Town Hall: Critical period brings increased surveillance, cancellations

Mayor’s Town Hall: Critical period brings increased surveillance, cancellations

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter April 10, 2020

While uncertainty regarding COVID-19 still looms over the nation, Tuscaloosa officials provided as much information as they could regarding ticketing for those not complying with social distancing guidelines,...