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
UA to Host Lecture From US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor
According to a press release, The University of Alabama will host a virtual lecture featuring U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on Nov. 12.
American Christian Academy Crushes Geneva, 65-21
American Christian Academy needed just nine plays to put its first playoff game out of reach, as the Patriots cruised to a 65-21 win over Geneva.
GoFundMe Started For UA Student Badly Injured in Fatal Accident
University of Alabama freshman Victoria Ray is in critical condition after being involved in a car accident that killed two on Highway 43 in Northport last week.
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.
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."
City of Tuscaloosa Temporarily Suspends Web-Based Water Payments
The City of Tuscaloosa announced that it will temporarily suspend all online water bill payments in a Monday press release.