West Alabama Monday Briefing
Good morning West Alabama. It is Monday, November 11,2024.
Monday Morning Observations:
It is Veteran's Day! This is the day to honor all of those who have worn the uniform of the United States Military. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard. To each of you thank you. Whether drafted or enlisted, your service is appreciated and the reason we remain a free nation. Thank you for your service!
The old slogan is true, "Freedom is not Free." It has not been protestors, politicians, media or celebrities that have kept this nation free Those things are biproducts of a strong military, made strong by those willing to sacrifice for their county.
On Veteran's Day last year Newsweek published a story stating..."A majority of American adults would not be willing to serve in the military were the U.S. to enter into a major war, recent polling has found, public confidence in the armed forces appears to be waning.
That does not bode well at a time when our enemies are being more and more belligerent. China, Russia, Iran, North Korea and other similar nations have been open that they see the USA as their number one enemy. All of them are building bigger, better and stronger militaries to counter the U.S. and free world. That reality makes it that much more important to recognize the job done by those who have served and are serving in the U.S. military.
So, in this dangerous world, it is more important than ever to salute those currently in uniform and those that have proudly worn it for their service.
Thank you to the few from the many who have benefitted from your service.
(Opinions expressed in morning observations are not necessarily those of ownership, management or staff of Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa.)
Weather:
Foggy conditions greeted those of us who headed out the door early this morning but that is expected to morph into a mostly sunny afternoon with a small chance of showers roughly north of a Tuscaloosa to Eutaw line.
There are small chances of rain throughout the week but not enough to end the drought conditions or the wildfire threat.
The Forecast
Topping the News:
No votes to property tax increase proposals in Marengo and Autauga counties have continued the state and national trend to defeat trust referendums. A yes vote in the City of Demopolis is the only break in that chain.
On this Veteran's Day, scammers are attempting to take advantage of veterans. They are pretending to be government employees offering special grants and programs to steal money and information according to the Central Alabama Better Business Burau.
Classes were cancelled at Tuscaloosa University and counselors are working with students after a mass shooting during weekend homecoming festivities. An 18 non-student died and 16 were wounded.
Topping Sports News:
Sad news for NASCAR fans, one of the greats, Bobby Allison died over the weekend at the age of 86. The death of the founder of the "Alabama Gang" was announced from North Carolina.
The Bama Women's Basketball Team continues undefeated after a 94-71 win over Troy Sunday. Tide Coach Kristy Curry won her 200th victory at Alabama, joining former coach Rick Moody as the only coaches to earn the achievement in program history.
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