Profiles of local Black History Makers published in 2023.
Black History Makers 2023
Tuscaloosa Police Set for Gameday With Less Parking, More Towing
Police in Tuscaloosa are getting ready for another college football season at the University of Alabama. Here's what changes fans can expect around the Strip.
Tuscaloosa Veteran Creates History Through Motivational Speaking
Meet Llyas Tamir Ross Sr. who is a Black History Maker of Alabama. He is creating uplift and history in the community through motivational speaking.
Jay Jarrett Is Making Black History In Tuscaloosa
Military Veteran Jay Jarrett is making black history in Tuscaloosa
Alabama's Michelle Cole-Barnes Is Making Black History in Rural A
Meet Alabama citizen, Michelle Cole Barnes who is creating history with by being a rural community advocate. She feels that she has been able to give back to her rural community through healthcare, ministry and advocacy.
Que Chandler Plays A Crucial Role In Tuscaloosa's Community
Que’s passion and commitment to her community are unyielding and she is without a doubt a black history maker.
Whitni Molden is a Tuscaloosa Native with a True Servant Heart
Whitni Molden is a Tuscaloosa native with a true servant’s heart for her community.
Tuscaloosa's Kenneth Jenkins Makes Black History in Graphic Arts
Meet Tuscaloosa native, Kenneth Jenkins who is creating history with his graphics and arts design business. He feels that he has been able to give back to his community through graphic arts and technology to Tuscaloosa and beyond.
Tuscaloosa Native, Grant Creates Change Through Entrepreneurship
Meet Erica Grant who is a Black History Maker of Alabama. She creates change through entrepreneurship.
Rashinda Reed Made History Coaching This Sport At UA
History in the making is Rashinda Reed. She broke barriers as the first black female head coach of the UA Volleyball team in 2021.
Tuscaloosa's Phillip Craig Makes Black History with Drum Nation
Meet Tuscaloosa native, Phillip Craig who is creating history with the Drum National Drum School. He feels that he has been able to sow back the same seeds into the community that God has sown into him.