Tuscaloosa County Foster & Adoptive Parents Association Asking For Gift Card Donations

The Tuscaloosa nonprofit is asking the community for help providing meals for children who spend time at the county DHR office.

Longtime West Alabama Lawmaker Alan Harper Dead At 68

Former Alabama state Rep. Alan Harper, a Republican from Northport, died early Thursday morning at the age of 68.

Former Tide QB AJ McCarron Drops Out Of Alabama Lt. Governor's Race

Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron on Wednesday announced that he is ending his campaign for Alabama lieutenant governor.

Tuscaloosa Accepting Submissions For America 250 City Art Poster Project

The City of Tuscaloosa is calling for artists to design an official poster representing the city as part of a nationwide initiative.

OP-ED | TUSCALOOSA MAYOR WALT MADDOX: ​Holiday Shopping Is Here. Let’s Keep Local Dollars Local

Here's Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox's latest guest column in his push to reform the state of Alabama's internet sales tax.

Northport's 5th Annual Holiday Open House Set For Dec. 16

Northport will once again transform in the North Pole when it host its fifth annual Holiday Open House on Dec. 16.

Tuscaloosa Council President's Town Hall To Focus On University Boulevard East Improvements

The meeting is set for Dec. 1 at The Gateway on University Boulevard.

Tuscaloosa County Circuit Judge Validates $59.7M Bond Package For University Beach

Here's the latest on the controversial $350 million proposed lagoon resort planned for Northport.

Tuscaloosa, Auburn Mayors Make Friendly Iron Bowl Wager To Benefit Local Charities

The friendly wager has occurred every year since 2005, with Alabama winning 13 Iron Bowls, while Auburn has won seven.

Tuscaloosa County Enters Fight Against Proposed Changes To State's Internet Sales Tax

The Commission voted to enter a lawsuit as a defendant in its longstanding opposition to changes to the state's internet sales tax.

Tuscaloosa Reaches Agreement In Lawsuit Over Wastewater Treatment, Collection

The agreement resolves environmental litigation filed in 2023 regarding the city's wastewater treatment and collection systems.

County Opts To Not Renew Business License For Birmingham-Based Event Group

The Commission on Wednesday voted unanimously to not renew the countywide business license for a Birmingham-based event group.

No Ruling Yet As Bond Validation Hearing Held For University Beach

It will be some time before a Tuscaloosa County Circuit Court judge rules on the bond issuance for the developers of University Beach.

Filing Questions If Northport 'Pre-Committed' Approval Of University Beach Improvement District

Here's the latest in the battle over the controversial $350 million University Beach development in Northport.

Tuscaloosa Seeking Applicants For Historic Preservation Commission

The City of Tuscaloosa is seeking applicants to fill positions on the Historic Preservation Commission

City Unveils 'Marshall Four' Statues At Benjamin Barnes YMCA

The Marshall Four Statues honor football standouts Joe Hood, Larry Sanders, Robert VanHorn and Freddy Wilson.

Tuscaloosa To Hold Annual Foreclosure, Surplus Property Sale Nov. 12

The City of Tuscaloosa will host its annual foreclosure and surplus property sale at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12,

Tuscaloosa Cuts Ribbon On Northridge Pickleball Courts

City officials and community members gathered Thursday morning to celebrate the grand opening of the Northridge Pickleball Courts.

A Look At Tuscaloosa County Food Pantries As SNAP Benefit Suspension Approaches

Food pantries in the Tuscaloosa area are preparing for increased demand and urging residents to take note of available resources.

Ongoing Government Shutdown Prompts Temporary Suspension Of SNAP Benefits In Alabama

SNAP benefits in Alabama and across the country will be temporarily suspended due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Tuscaloosa Leaders Celebrate Opening Of New PAL Gym And Basketball Courts

City leaders gathered Friday afternoon to celebrate the grand opening of the new Police Athletic League (PAL) gym and basketball courts.

City Of Tuscaloosa To Unveil 'Marshall Four' Statues Next Month

The unveiling ceremony for the “Marshall Four” statues will take place Wednesday, Nov. 5,

Former Tide Quarterback AJ McCarron Running For Alabama Lieutenant Governor

Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron announced Thursday that he will run for lieutenant governor of Alabama

TCS Issues Statement After Incident At School Involving Tuscaloosa County Commissioner

The Tuscaloosa City Board of Education has issued a statement following an incident Tuesday involving County Commissioner Reginald Murray

New Court Date Set For University Beach Bond Validation Hearing

The new hearing has been scheduled for Nov. 13 at 9 a.m. at the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse.

Texas City Issues Notice Of Default For Project Associated With University Beach Developer

Leaders of a city in Texas are pulling the plug on a massive unfinished project associated with a developer of Northport's University Beach

Tuscaloosa To Host City Career Fair Oct. 15 At River Market

The City of Tuscaloosa will hold a career fair on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tuscaloosa River Market.

University Beach Bond Validation Hearing Continued To Later Date

The hearing on the University Beach Improvement District’s petition to validate nearly $60M in bonds set for Tuesday has been continued.

Northport Citizen Of The Year Honorees Revealed For 2025

Northport Citizen of the Year Inc. on Tuesday announced its 2025 honorees.

Tuscaloosa County To Host Fall Cleanup Day Nov. 1

Tuscaloosa County residents will have an opportunity to declutter their homes next month during a free cleanup event.

Tuscaloosa Looking To Fill Two Seats On Tourism & Sports Commission Board

The city is accepting applications for two seats on the Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports Commission Board of Directors.

GUEST COLUMN: Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox | SSUT Myth Busting (Part I)

Here's the latest column from Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox amid his push for reforms to the state's internet sales tax.

GUEST COLUMN: Dr. Robert Bentley | Alabama Health Care And The Big Beautiful Bill

Tuscaloosa physician and former Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley shares his thoughts on the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill.

GUEST COLUMN: A Letter from Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson shares his thoughts amid the ongoing push for reform of the state's Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT).

Tuscaloosa Nets $800K Federal Grant For Ash Street Sidewalk Project

The City of Tuscaloosa has been awarded an $800,000 federal grant for the Ash Street Sidewalk Project.

Leaders Celebrate Opening Of McWright's Ferry Road, Dedicate Bridge Named For McAbee Family

City and county leaders gathered Friday morning to celebrate the opening of the new McWright’s Ferry Road extension

Tuscaloosa County Commission Reaffirms Opposition To Internet Sales Tax Reforms

The commission voted to reaffirm its opposition to any proposed changes to the state's Simplified Sellers Use Tax or SSUT

Hearing Date Set For Judge To Consider $59M University Beach Bond Issuance

Residents are ordered to show cause at the Oct. 14 hearing why the bonds should not be validated.

Tuscaloosa Accepting Applications For Zoning Board Positions

The City of Tuscaloosa is accepting applications for two supernumerary seats on its Zoning Board of Adjustments

University Beach Improvement District Seeks Court Approval For $59.7M Bond Issuance

​The complaint asks the court to confirm the legality of $59.7 million in Special Assessment Revenue Bonds