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The Modern Green Book Presents: TheMGB Annual Juneteenth FEST. June 19 12pm-10pm. Vendors, Food Trucks, Kid Zone, Classic Car Show, BBQ Showdown, Hip Hop Showcase, Live Performances. Legion Field. Bag Policy Enforced. Paid Parking. Security Present. Free Entry Before 5pm. BBQ Showdown $10. Shuttle Pass $5 (all day). Showcase $20. Festival Pass $30 (includes above and free drink). For more information call 502-322-4332 or email themoderngreenbook@gmail.com.

Birmingham prepares for Juneteenth celebration

Heather Gann, Contributing Writer June 17, 2021
The Modern Green Book, a community organization dedicated to supporting, celebrating and uplifting Black businesses, is hosting their first annual Juneteenth Fest at Legion Field in Birmingham, Alabama on Saturday. 
The rise of streaming platforms: More shows, more money, more problems

The rise of streaming platforms: More shows, more money, more problems

Annabelle Blomeley, Assistant Culture Editor June 16, 2021
Although streaming was touted as more affordable and convenient than cable and satellite TV, the sheer number of streaming services has skyrocketed monthly entertainment costs. 
We Rate Ratings featuring professor Meredith Cummings

We Rate Ratings | Meredith Cummings from C&IS

Monica Nakashima and Josh LeBerte June 11, 2021
In the premiere episode of We Rate Ratings, a podcast inspired by “Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet,” hosts Monica and Josh discuss Spotify ads and cringey 2010s trends before they’re joined by Meredith Cummings, a UA College of Communication and Information Sciences senior instructor.
A digital illustration depicting two cute squishmallows.

How Squishmallows won the hearts of college students

Monica Nakashima, Staff Reporter June 9, 2021
For the past year, TikTok users have been captivated by Squishmallow’s unique designs and soft polyester material.
Portrait of the Greta Van Fleet band members.

How Greta Van Fleet uses cosmic sounds to transform rock music

Maddy Reda | @maddyreda1, Contributing Writer June 9, 2021
Greta Van Fleet broke the rules once again with their third full-length studio album, “The Battle At Garden’s Gate.”
UA Generation Action hosts menstrual cup drive

UA Generation Action hosts menstrual cup drive

Monica Nakashima, Staff Reporter June 2, 2021

The UA chapter of Generation Action, a national organization affiliated with Planned Parenthood, has worked for the past year to educate UA students on reproductive health and rights.  As a newly active...

Local restaurants close their doors amid COVID-19 and construction

Local restaurants close their doors amid COVID-19 and construction

Annabelle Blomeley, Tara Davenport and Maddy Reda, Assistant Culture Editor, Staff Reporter, Contributing Writer June 2, 2021

Due to unexpected building closures and the COVID-19 pandemic, empty buildings stand in place of once bustling and beloved Tuscaloosa restaurant staples. The restaurant owners of Sitar Indian Cuisine,...

Preview | Birmingham benefit concert to support music education

Preview | Birmingham benefit concert to support music education

Maddy Reda, Contributing Writer June 2, 2021

The Firehouse Community Arts Center, a nonprofit organization that offers music education to students in Birmingham, Ala., has partnered with Secret Stages, Birmingham Mountain Radio and MusicBham to host...

Embrace Alabama Kids unveils mural in Montgomery  

Embrace Alabama Kids unveils mural in Montgomery  

Monica Nakashima, Contributing Writer May 14, 2021

Embrace Alabama Kids, a faith-based nonprofit that supports children and families in crisis across Alabama, recently unveiled two murals in Montgomery.  One of the murals was a “traveling showcase”...

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A ‘vital touchpoint’: Behind the birth of 92.5 FM

Sophia Surrett, Contributing Writer April 27, 2021
How a local radio station emerged from the storm – and provides lifesaving services
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Cultured | Jeffrey and Leah are the final girl(s)

Listen up, "Cultured" stans: it's the final episode. In their last appearance on your podcast feeds, Jeffrey and Leah are talking about DJ White Shadow (not DJ White Snake), a new HBO show that's not...

How COVID-19 has kept some med students from getting the experience they need

How COVID-19 has kept some med students from getting the experience they need

Mariah Kravitz, Contributing Writer April 14, 2021
You do your school work. You get the grades. And finally its time for some on-the-job experience. For some medical students, that experience has been more elusive than ever as hospitals and clinics adhere to COVID-19 regulations.