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National op-ed opens debate on April 27 recovery

Stephen N. Dethrage April 16, 2012

A Wall Street Journal column claiming the tornado recovery effort in Joplin has been more effective than the one in Tuscaloosa has sparked a debate between Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox and the UA professor...

Holt recovers from storm without city's help

Holt recovers from storm without city’s help

Alyssa Locklar February 14, 2012

Although it is a part of the Tuscaloosa County, nearby Holt is an unincorporated area, which means it is self-governed. In Holt’s case, the same authority that governs Tuscaloosa does not run them. Therefore,...

Students should register to vote in Tuscaloosa

Students should register to vote in Tuscaloosa

Jeff Elrod February 13, 2012

Campaigns today last a long time and, unless one is a political junkie, it is easy to get burned out by the whole process. Political debates become more of a contest of who can get in the best one-liner...

Tuscaloosa sends aid after January storms

Alyssa Locklar February 2, 2012

When Tuscaloosa was hit by the April 27 tornado, Alabama citizens came from all over the state to not only lend a hand in the city's relief, but also make sure the city came back to life. On Jan. 23, another...

Mayor sees benefits from BCS

Taylor Holland February 1, 2012

Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox said the University of Alabama’s 14th National Championship has both emotional and financial benefits for the city. “I think emotionally, it’s been good for our city...

It's time for Tuscaloosa to return the favor

It’s time for Tuscaloosa to return the favor

Jake Gray January 24, 2012

It is safe to say that residents of Tuscaloosa know a thing or two about tornadoes. Nearly six months ago, Tuscaloosa took the brunt of one of the worst storm systems to ever hit the United States. April...

Bama football team wins Disney Spirit Award

Bama football team wins Disney Spirit Award

Melissa Brown December 6, 2011

Before travelling to New Orleans to compete in the BCS National Championship, Nick Saban and the football team will be going to Orlando, Fla., where they will receive the 2011 Disney Spirit Award.  ...

Tuscaloosa Forward focuses on Rosedale, 10th Avenue

Tuscaloosa Forward focuses on Rosedale, 10th Avenue

Elizabeth Manning December 1, 2011

Tuscaloosa residents and city officials met yesterday at Central High School to discuss the rebuilding of the Rosedale and 10th Avenue areas and voice their opinions on the matter. David Griffin, a member...

20 things to do under $20

20 things to do under $20

Lauren Ferguson November 17, 2011

1) Athletic Events - We all love football, but what about the other sports? Try men’s basketball at home on 11/23 and 12/01 or women’s volleyball on 11/25.   2) The Bama Theatre - Every week The...

New Federal Building opens

New Federal Building opens

Brett Saunders November 8, 2011

The city of Tuscaloosa now has a new courthouse that will be home base for many government agencies, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Social Security Administration and the U.S. Marshals...

City leaders call for caution this weekend

Stephen N. Dethrage November 1, 2011

In preparation for Saturday's "Game of the Century" against LSU in Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox and Tuscaloosa Police Chief Steve Anderson advise both students and visitors to practice...

Crime rates drop across city

Stephen N. Dethrage October 17, 2011

Tuscaloosa Police Chief Steve Anderson said despite a growing population and the adversity of the tornadoes that devastated the city in April, Tuscaloosa is becoming a safer place every year. “The numbers...