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‘The Marriage Plot’ offers new perspective on getting hitched

Isabela Morales February 14, 2012

“There is no happiness in love, except at the end of an English novel.” That’s the motto Madeleine Hanna lives by, anyway, in the 1980s college world of Jeffrey Eugenides’s “The Marriage Plot.”...

Romance on the road brief but leaves long-lasting memories

Jared Downing February 14, 2012

I had a little tryst in India. Her name was Alex, one of three German girls on leave from a volunteer stint in the South. The four of us blasted around Rajasthan as fast as we could, spending each night...

These are my confessions

These are my confessions

CW Staff February 14, 2012

Oh Bryant-Denny, sweetie, I just wanted to let you know that even on this dreary February day, I think of you. Those times we spent together, the hot September afternoons, the wild nights – those will...

Dark chocolate treats satisfy your sweet tooth and your health

Dark chocolate treats satisfy your sweet tooth and your health

Lindsey OBrien February 14, 2012

Valentine’s Day has finally arrived, and we find ourselves being inundated with the expression of love. Heart shaped candies abound, red roses are brimming and eloquently written expressions of love...

Tuscaloosa offers variety of dates for Valentine's

Tuscaloosa offers variety of dates for Valentine’s

Alexandra Ellsworth February 14, 2012

Coming up with things to do for Valentine’s Day is not always easy, especially when it falls on a weekday. However, this Tuesday, no matter if you are single or attached, Tuscaloosa will offer several...

Weekly southeastern concert line up

CW Staff February 13, 2012

Week of Feb. 12   Birmingham: Marc Broussard with Sugar + The Hi Lows at Workplay, Feb. 14, 8 p.m.   Nashville: Drake at Bridgestone Arena, Feb.17, 8 p.m. The Band Perry at Ryman Auditorium, Feb....

Swedish singer-songwriter comes to Bama Theatre

Will Edwards February 13, 2012

A 1994 Gulf Stream Conquest camper can take you a lot of places. Just ask Sofia Talvik, the Swedish singer-songwriter touring the United States in one. The tour, titled “Driving and Dreaming,” started...

The best female and male looks for all Valentine’s dates

The best female and male looks for all Valentine’s dates

Becky Robinson February 13, 2012

I’ll be the first to admit, Valentine’s Day is not my favorite holiday on the calendar. The conversation hearts, fluffy teddy bears and frilly lace just don’t do it for me. But, I do enjoy dressing...

Dance Alabama! shows depth

Dance Alabama! shows depth

Rebecca Howard February 13, 2012

Dance Alabama! will perform their 14th show this Tuesday, Feb. 14 with a collaboration of new choreographers and dancers alongside the department’s veteran dancers. The student-choreographed show allows...

Show features affordable clothes

Show features affordable clothes

Ashley Chaffin February 13, 2012

For many UA women the cost of dresses for events such as formals or romantic dates can turn into a big problem. However, Rent the Runway works to fix that. “Basically it is every college girl’s dream...

Valentine's Day destinations for students

Valentine’s Day destinations for students

Sophia Jones February 9, 2012

Looking for an upscale, yet affordable place to dine with your date this Valentine’s Day? Look no further than these popular restaurants in Tuscaloosa. Some will feature special Valentine’s Day menus,...

Journalism professor writes children's book

Journalism professor writes children’s book

Alex Cohen February 9, 2012

Inspiration comes in many forms. Sometimes it’s a painting, a sentence or a day’s right feelings. But for Monique Fields, it’s something much more personal. Fields, a professor of journalism at...