Tuscaloosa|News|
Alabama Declines To Retain Longtime Broadcaster Eli Gold
Gold tells local and statewide media that he was informed he would not be returning for the 2024 football season.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
- Tuscaloosa, AL
Ryan Phillips is an award-winning journalist and editor from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. A graduate of both the University of Mississippi and the University of Alabama, Phillips has worked as a reporter and editor at the Birmingham Business Journal, the Associated Press-Atlanta Bureau and Weather.com. Most recently, Phillips worked for nearly four years as the executive editor of the Starkville Daily News and (West Point) Daily Times Leader in Mississippi. Phillips has received numerous investigative journalism awards in both Alabama and Mississippi, along with awards for photography, general news reporting and commentary.
Emails news tips or feedback to ryan.phillips@patch.com or call 205-361-7714.
Posting Activity
Tuscaloosa|News|
TPD Identifies Tuscaloosa Man Killed By Train Tuesday
The Tuscaloosa Police Department has identified a Tuscaloosa man who was struck and killed by a train Tuesday afternoon.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
TCHS Officially Introduces Miles Holcomb As Head Football Coach
He comes to Northport from Southside High School in Gadsden, where he led the Panthers to three consecutive playoff appearances.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
COLUMN: The True And Terrible Saga Of The Northport 'Water Park'
Tuscaloosa Patch founder Ryan Phillips dumps out his notebook and thoughts after extensive reporting on the University Beach project.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Person Struck And Killed By Train In Tuscaloosa Tuesday Afternoon
The Tuscaloosa Police Department says officers are on the scene after a person was struck by a train Tuesday afternoon.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Northport Council Approves $275,000 In Incentives For Dunkin' Donuts
The Northport City Council on Monday unanimously approved an incentives package to lure Dunkin' Donuts to the city.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
'It's Not A Water Park': Developer Discusses Northport Project
Tuscaloosa Patch caught up with one of the developers ahead of Northport voting tonight on entering a deal for the project.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
TCSS, TCHS Condemn Racist 'Promposal' Posted To Social Media
Tuscaloosa County School System leaders flatly condemned a racist "promposal" at Tuscaloosa County High School that began circulating.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Cottondale Man Killed In Crash On Clements Road Saturday Night
A Cottondale man is dead following a single-vehicle crash late Saturday night on Clements Road.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
COLUMN: Is Northport Water Park Cause For Celebration Or Concern?
Tuscaloosa Patch founder and Northport native Ryan Phillips gives his thoughts on the suspect push for a massive water park in Northport.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Mississippi Man Dies After Crash In Sumter County
A Mississippi man is dead following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Sumter County.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Authorities Respond To Small Plane Crash On Black Warrior River
Emergency responders are currently on the scene of a small plane crash Friday morning just south of the Bankhead Lock and Dam.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Former Security Guard Accused Of Murder Had Extensive Criminal Record
A contract security guard accused of murder in a fatal shooting at a Tuscaloosa bar last month had an extensive history of criminal offenses
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Combination Smoothie And Cookie Concept Coming To Former Chongwah Spot
Tropical Smoothie Café and Cookie Plug are set to move into the former Chongwah Express location on McFarland Boulevard.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Three Charged For Fatal Shooting At Tuscaloosa Apartment Complex
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit on Thursday announced three arrests in a fatal shooting last month at a Tuscaloosa apartment complex.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
United Way Announces Winners Of West Alabama Young Leaders Awards
The United Way of West Alabama this week announced the recipients of its Young Leaders Awards.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
DeBoer Promotes Alabama Assistants Roach, Gillespie
Here's the latest on coaching changes and the shifting leadership for the Crimson Tide football program.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
TCHS Cheer Makes School History At UCA Nationals
Tuscaloosa County High School is celebrating after taking two teams to the United Cheer Association's National High School Championships.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Alabama Blues Project's Annual Fundraiser Set For Feb. 23
The annual fundraiser is set for Feb. 23 and consists of donated art and crafts from local artists that will be auctioned off.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa|News|
Tuscaloosa Man Charged With Human Trafficking
A Tuscaloosa man is behind bars after being charged with first-degree human trafficking.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
