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The New York Times didn’t ask my opinion: Where the Crawdads Sing

Jenna Minser, Contributing Writer October 11, 2019
“The New York Times didn’t ask my opinion” is a regular column reviewing New York Times Best Sellers. 
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Axe throwing offers a spin on traditional nightlife

Jimmy Conroy | @jimC__, Contributing Writer October 10, 2019
Civil Axe Throwing is expanding its business from Huntsville to Tuscaloosa, offering people the chance to learn the art of axe throwing and compete in games with friends and family.
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West Alabama inmates find rehabilitation in prison ministry

Desi Gillespie, Contributing Writer October 10, 2019
Two inmates at Bibb Correctional Facility in Brent, Alabama, speak about how they rely on prison ministry programs for hope and purpose. 
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Druid City Pride hosts annual festival, fosters family fun

Meghan Mitchell | @pomegranate_27, Culture Editor October 7, 2019
Druid City Pride Week kicked off LGBT history month with a packed schedule, including a festival, a film screening and more.  All ages were encouraged to connect and celebrate with pride.
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Oktoberfest brings beer, Bavaria to Tuscaloosa

Tara Davenport | @tara_davenport, Contributing Writer October 7, 2019
At the second annual Tuskaloosa Oktoberfest, the community gathered to celebrate tradition while investing in its future. 
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Facebook group brings UA community together

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter October 7, 2019
Whether you are looking to catch Saturday’s game, lost your car keys, want to find a stray dog to foster or need some old textbooks, the Alabama Student Ticket Exchange has got you covered. 
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Black actors take center stage in “Intimate Apparel”

Kyle Ashley, Staff Writer October 3, 2019
In the buildup to the premiere of the University of Alabama Department of Theatre and Dance’s production of “Intimate Apparel,” the cast and crew juggle passion and excitement as they prepare to showcase the University’s first majority-black production.
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Miss Unique UA celebrates beauty, women with disabilities

Kinsley Centers, Staff Reporter October 3, 2019
The Miss Unique UA scholarship program, a pageant to celebrate diversity and provide opportunities for young women with disabilities in the Tuscaloosa area, will be held on Oct. 20, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. at the Ferguson Center Theater.
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The Splash Page: What you need to know before you see “Joker”

Samuel G. Reece | @_samreece, Contributing Writer October 1, 2019
What you need to know before seeing the new film "The Joker" in theaters this coming weekend.
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Budget decor spices up college housing

Leah Goggins | @leahisonline, Assistant Culture Editor October 1, 2019
From thrift shopping to throw pillows, four interior design students have taken their college spaces from dull to distinct.
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On-campus staff engages residents outside of classroom

Grace Schepis | @GraceSchepisCW, Staff Reporter September 30, 2019
For years, the Faculty-In-Residence position has allowed staff members to continue their involvement with students beyond the classroom by living amongst them in the dorms. Whether they’re watching movies, playing games or doing community service, this opportunity serves both professors and students alike.
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Furry friends provide joy, challenges to pet parents

Maddie Gall | @gall_maddie, Contributing Writer September 30, 2019
Choosing to have a pet in college should be a well-thought-out decision, but potential pet parents don’t always consider the responsibilities that come with their new furry friend.