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Local author writes first novel series

Local author writes first novel series

Kinsley Centers, Contributing Writer August 8, 2019
Gary Cosby Jr. recently released his first novel series “The Adventures of Will Danger.” Dive into the first three adventurous novels that are filled with the hardships Will Danger faces to keep his family safe during the World War I era.
Light show brings Pink Floyd’s music to life

Light show brings Pink Floyd’s music to life

Leah Goggins | @leahisonline, Assistant Culture Editor August 7, 2019
The Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular moves from town to town with over a dozen lights on its back and the spectre of Pink Floyd’s still-relevant music hovering overhead.
UA student polishes his first EP

UA student polishes his first EP

Joseph Daniel, Contributing Writer July 15, 2019
Garrick Griffin II, a journalism student at the University of Alabama, has been polishing his album, "The White EP," over the past couple months. His artistry and love for individuality shines through his music. 
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa introduces 105.1 The Block

Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa introduces 105.1 The Block

Arayna Wooley, Contributing Writer July 13, 2019
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa is reformulating the listener’s experience. The station is set to launch August 1, just in time for the upcoming school year.
Gorgas renovations spark creativity

Gorgas renovations spark creativity

Kinsley Centers, Staff Reporter July 12, 2019
Students showcase their creativity by adding a pop of color to the temporary walls throughout the Gayle Gorgas Library during the renovations. From displaying a wall made up of hand prints from the faculty and staff to paintings created by fellow students, these creations are brightening up the area while renovations are taking place.
‘Grease’ comes to Tuscaloosa

‘Grease’ comes to Tuscaloosa

Kinsley Centers, Contributing Writer July 11, 2019
For the first time ever, Theatre Tuscaloosa presents the musical “Grease.” The summer musical will be held at the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus at Shelton State Community College from July 12-21.  
Young Alabamians’ compete for mock government roles, scholarships

Young Alabamians’ compete for mock government roles, scholarships

Olivia Davis, Contributing Writer July 3, 2019
The University of Alabama has a unique opportunity to recruit motivated, hard-working young Alabama women through hosting the American Legion Auxiliary's Alabama Girls State, a week-long mock government program for high-performing high-schoolers possessing leadership qualities.
Roadside signs maintain old south stigmas

Roadside signs maintain old south stigmas

Joseph Daniel, Contributing Writer July 2, 2019
“Go to church or the Devil will get you” has been a roadside sign for over 30 years.  Former UA students and residents of the area said the landmark could perpetuate antiquated ways of thinking.
OPINION: Politics as culture – what the Democratic debates mean for the future of news vs. entertainment

OPINION: Politics as culture – what the Democratic debates mean for the future of news vs. entertainment

Samuel Reece, Contributing Writer July 2, 2019

Eighteen million people watched the two-night 2019 Democratic primary debates, the highest ratings of any Democratic primary debate ever. To put that in perspective, “America’s Got Talent” was the...

Druid City Pride celebrates Equality on the River

Druid City Pride celebrates Equality on the River

Katie Sumera, Contributing Writer June 26, 2019
Equality on the River was an important event where members of the LGBTQ community could come together in comradery and meet new people.
The Splash Page: “Dark Phoenix” is a dull, disappointing dud

The Splash Page: “Dark Phoenix” is a dull, disappointing dud

Samuel Reece, Contributing Writer June 22, 2019

“Dark Phoenix,” the latest film in 20th Century Fox’s long-running X-Men franchise, is not worth seeing. I’m not sure it is even really worth talking about, even as a cautionary tale or a case...

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10 Year Column: “Glee” hit most of the right notes

Leah Goggins | @leahisonline, Assistant Culture Editor June 21, 2019
The show that single-handedly ruined the final scene of “The Sopranos” was often hit-or-miss, but its soap-operatic plotlines and bubblegum pop covers wormed their way into America’s heart.