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Northport Attorney Bryan Brinyark Seeks House District 16 Seat
Northport attorney Bryan Brinyark is seeking to represent the region in the Alabama House of Representatives, he officially announced last week.
Fayette County Commissioner Announces Run for Vacant House Seat
Fayette County Commissioner Brad Cox announces his campaign for the House District 16 seat.
Tuscaloosa Mud Park Open Now, Offering Weekend Off-Roading Spot
A new park open now in Tuscaloosa is offering unprecedented opportunities for anyone who loves to go off-roading and doesn't mind getting dirty doing it.
Gov. Ivey Sets Special Election for West Alabama House Seat
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has set dates for a special election to replace an area legislator who is stepping down to lead the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama.
Tuscaloosa Issues Moratorium On New Bars Through Year's End
The city of Tuscaloosa is closed to new bars after the City Council voted without much ceremony to stop approving new applications for the rest of 2023.
Northport Weighing Repeal of Protections for Community Center
A city councilman and local restaurateur is proposing to repeal decades-old city law that places protections on some recreational property including the Northport Community Center.
LOOK: Weekend Storm Damage South of Tuscaloosa
Strong storms near Ralph and Fosters this weekend have left behind downed powerlines, fences and full-grown trees.
Ivey Signs Bill Prohibiting Phone Use While Driving
A bill signed by Governor Kay Ivey Friday prohibits Alabamians from using cell phones while driving.
Tuscaloosa Police Chief Wages War on Bars, City Eyes 5-Month Ban
The chief of the Tuscaloosa Police Department said the city "has enough" bars and should not allow any more to open in a series of meetings Tuesday.
Northport Silences Critics of Proposed Sale of Community Center
City leaders in Northport will explore selling a local community center to a private developer over the protests of their constituents, who were not allowed to speak Monday.