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Young Frankenstein is playing at the Actors Charitable Theater from Oct. 23 to Nov. 2, 2025.

Culture Pick | ‘Young Frankenstein’ is a proper stage adaptation of a decidedly improper movie

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer October 26, 2025

“Young Frankenstein” opened Thursday night at the Actor’s Charitable Trust Theater. The show  is a deliciously crude way to celebrate Halloween. Running through Nov. 1, the musical is an homage...

"Tron: Ares" is another reboot of the 1982 classic.

Culture Pick | ‘Tron: Ares’ is a Gen Xer’s dream come true

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer October 15, 2025

With the box office disappointment of Disney’s “Tron: Ares,” the future looks bleak for the sci-fi series that began in 1982, which was already unsuccessfully rebooted in 2010’s “Tron: Legacy.” The...

City Council discusses Strip parking, hears from nonprofit organization

City Council discusses Strip parking, hears from nonprofit organization

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer September 17, 2025

The Tuscaloosa City Council discussed parking on the Strip, heard from local organization Bottoms Up Diaper Bank and set the date for the official opening of a new bridge during Tuesday’s meeting. Parking...

The Tuscaloosa Public Library celebrated the life of community member Lauren Beck with a book donation drive on September 4.

Tuscaloosa Public Library hosts book drive in remembrance of Lauren Beck

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer September 7, 2025

Friends of the Tuscaloosa Public Library Book Store hosted a book drive on Thursday to honor the memory of Lauren Beck, a Tuscaloosa native who died of leukemia in March.  Holly Beck, Lauren Beck’s...

Fresh beignets from Another Broken Egg Cafe in Tuscaloosa, AL.

Where to find brunch in Tuscaloosa

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer May 28, 2025

Tuscaloosa is known for game days, nightlife and vibrant culture. But before hitting the Quad or checking out The Shirt Shop, students could do well to have a hearty brunch at one of the many restaurants...

Students hold up signs at Equity Over Exceptions Protest on March 27, 2025.

Students protest University providing exception to nondiscrimination clause

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer March 28, 2025

Six progressive organizations gathered on the Quad Thursday to protest the University’s recent granting of an exception to a required nondiscrimination clause in student organization constitutions.   The...

Tommy Tuberville

Tommy Tuberville eyes run for governor of Alabama

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer March 16, 2025

Tommy Tuberville, the senior U.S. senator of Alabama, has teased the possibility of running for governor of Alabama. During an interview with Alabama Daily News, Tuberville said he “hasn’t made...

There are estimated to be a little over 19 million BTC in circulation, with a theoretical max of 21 million coins.

Bitcoin and the future of cryptocurrency with college students

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer February 9, 2025

Bitcoin, the most widely recognizable cryptocurrency, has found an ally for itself in President Donald Trump. The Trump administration has brought new attention to one of the most widely misunderstood...

The Iranian flag flies in front of B.B. Comer Hall.

Impacts of President Donald Trump’s immigration policies on international students

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer January 29, 2025

In the months following the 2024 presidential election, policies and proposals have coalesced from the Trump administration, including some that have caused alarm across American universities for one particular...

Tuscaloosa Public Library

Tuscaloosa Public Library hosts first Repair Cafe

Conner McDonald, Contributing Writer January 26, 2025

The Tuscaloosa Public Library hosted its first Repair Cafe event Saturday. The event served as an opportunity for community members to bring household appliances, electronics, clothes and broken items...