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
Hueytown Hands Hillcrest Its First Loss, 28-24
The Gophers have now won their last three matchups against Hillcrest while also spoiling the Patriots' perfect record.
TCSS: 48 New COVID-19 Cases, 349 Quarantined in 10-Day Period
The Tuscaloosa County School System announced Friday that 48 students tested positive for the coronavirus from Sept. 1 to Sept. 11 and 349 students were quarantined.
Alabama Ranks Last in 2020 U.S. Census Response Rates
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Alabama is in last place with an 85 percent enumerated (self-response and enumerated in non-response follow up) response rate.
Beaches Close, Residents Evacuate After Latest Weather Updates
After announcing a state of emergency earlier this afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey has announced the closure of all beaches effective immediately at 3 p.m. in a recent tweet.
West Blocton Cruises to 52-30 Victory Over Holt
Matchups and a strong game plan led West Blocton to a 2-0 record in Region 3 play thanks to a 52-30 victory over Holt.
Sen. Shelby Announces $15 Million Grant for Tuscaloosa Riverwalk
The grant will go toward constructing a bicycle and pedestrian path, completing a pedestrian bridge and improving the Black Warrior River barge mooring.
TCS Superintendent Pitches Dates for Staggered Opening of Schools
The board is expected to vote on Daria's proposal next week. If approved, TCS will move to a staggered, four-day learning week with each student in a classroom twice weekly.
Hillcrest Cruises to a 49-14 Victory Over Brookwood
Hillcrest picked up its first win in 6A Regional play as it defeated the Brookwood Panthers 49-14.
ALDOT To Begin Monthslong McFarland Resurfacing Monday
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced that a portion of McFarland Boulevard will be resurfaced starting on Monday.
Last-Second Heroics Clinches 27-20 Victory for Hillcrest
With five seconds left to go in the game, Patriots senior Tyler Smith broke through the defensive line with just the Tuscaloosa County safety to beat to get to the endzone.