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
City Council Approves Liquor License for Tuscaloosa Cracker Barrel
The Tuscaloosa City Council approved a request for a liquor license for the city's Cracker Barrel Old Country Store by a vote of 4-0.
Maddox Postpones Holidays On The River Again, Gives COVID Update
Holidays on the River continues to be postponed due to the recent COVID-19 spike. The yearly holiday event has been postponed since the end of November, will not open until Jan. 4.
Smelly Situation: Residents Urge City Council to Fix Sewer Line
Tuscaloosa residents have created a petition in response to a foul smell emanating from the sewer near the Dollar General between Hargrove Road and McFarland Boulevard.
ALDOT to Close Lanes on McFarland Blvd. Sunday
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced that it will be closing down two lanes at the intersection of McFarland Boulevard and University Boulevard.
DCH Chosen by ADPH to Administer COVID-19 Vaccines
According to a Friday press release, DCH is planning to use the new 3,500 square-foot building to administer the vaccine.
Former Alabama Players Remember Coach Ray Perkins, Funeral Set
Former Alabama Football players Gene Newberry and Cornelius Bennett shared stories about head coach Ray Perkins after he passed away at the age of 79.
UA To Require COVID Tests For Students Living in Campus Housing
The University of Alabama has announced that all students who live on campus will have to receive a COVID-19 test prior to resuming class in the spring.
Local Sports Bar Sponsors a Family in Need For the Holiday Season
Red Shed's owner Kian Khanifar said the bar holds a charitable event each month during a typical year, but has been limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic and felt compelled to give back this holiday season.
COVID-19 Spikes Force Stricter DCH Visitation Policies
After the fifth-straight day of recording over 100 COVID-19 inpatients, DCH Health System has updated its visitation policies which are set to begin Dec. 10.
Local Pottery Shop to Close In January 2021
Tuscaloosa ceramic shop, All Fired Up, announced that it will close its studio in January 2021.