Long Island native and two-time Bama grad who is still trying to figure out this southern hospitality thing. Previously, I was the Assistant Sports Editor for UA's The Crimson White and a digital reporter for WVUA 23. I love writing, drinking Dr. Pepper and watching Rangers hockey. Reach out if you have a tip or want to know how to make a good marinara sauce.
James Benedetto
West Alabama Works to Hold Second Mobile Tour Nov. 5-13
According to a Monday press release, West Alabama Works will host its second mobile job fair from Nov. 5 to Nov. 13 to help residents in Bibb, Fayette, Lamar and Pickens counties.
Session, Tito’s Raise $2,380 for Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter
The money that was raised was a part of Session's philanthropic efforts to create one specialty cocktail per month in which proceeds are donated back to the community.
Spain Park Comes From Behind to Beat Tuscaloosa County, 35-34
In their final game of regional play, Spain Park trailed for 47 minutes and 26 seconds but in the waning moments, the Jaguars were able to take its only lead of the game as junior Bennett Meredith found senior Cooper Kelley on a seven-yard touchdown pass.
26-Year-Old Charged in 2019 Traffic Death of Pregnant Woman
A Tuscaloosa County grand jury has charged a Tuscaloosa man with two counts of manslaughter in a 2019 traffic accident that killed a pregnant woman. and her unborn child.
Maddox: October Was a ‘Good Month’ for COVID-19 Cases
The Alabama Department of Public Health reported that Tuscaloosa county had 28 new cases this morning, the lowest positive case number in a week.
West Alabama Works to Host Workforce Stations in Tuscaloosa
West Alabama Works is continuing its mobile job seeker services this week, stopping in Tuscaloosa, Marengo and Hale Counties from Oct. 14-16.
PARA to Host Halloween Event in Sokol Park
The Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA) announced that it will host a Halloween Event titled "BOO! In the Park" in Sokol Park on Oct. 30.
Druid City Brewing Company Hosts Supply Drive for Gulf Coast
The Druid City Brewing Company is hosting a supply drive this weekend to help aid people along the Gulf Coast that were affected by Hurricane Sally.
UA Cancels Spring Break, Delays Start of Spring Semester A Week
The University of Alabama announced on Wednesday that it is canceling the spring break holiday and will instead, delay the start of the spring semester a week.
BREAKING: ABC Repeals Prohibition on Alcohol Sales After 11 p.m.
ABC Spokesperson Dean Argo said that emergency rule 20-X-6.21 ER, which the board adopted Tuesday, will eliminate that limitation, but will require ABC licensed bars, restaurants and lounges to "follow the directives that were used by the governor and/or state health officer."