1+ week, 2+ day ago   (159+ words) Backpacks are packed and school buses are carting children back to their classrooms for the 2026-27 school year, so the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is reminding drivers that back to school means back to safety on Alabama’s roads. Children in school…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (275+ words) Biology bootcamp held for new UA students The Department of Biological Sciences is hosting a Biology Boot Camp for incoming students pursuing biology-related careers. The camp is designed to help students adjust to the college life and prepare for academic…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (260+ words) 20th annual Nick's Kids luncheon The Nick’s Kids Foundation celebrated its annual luncheon Tuesday, awarding more than $775,000 to nonprofit organizations while recognizing community leaders for their impact across the Southeast. Foundation leaders said this year’s giving brings Nick’s Kids’ total contributions…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (277+ words) Teachers across the Tuscaloosa City School System returned to campus Tuesday to begin preparing for the new school year ahead of students’ arrival next week. The districtwide kickoff brought educators together to celebrate the start of the school year, reconnect…...

3+ week, 6+ day ago   (226+ words) Families in Pickens County got some extra help this week preparing for the new school year during a school supply giveaway at Gordo Elementary School. Students picked up free clear backpacks and school supplies during registration through the Tony Dixon…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (78+ words) WVUA 23 UA's RISE Center celebrates graduation of 19 students The University of Alabama RISE Center recognized 19 children during its annual graduation ce… Developer withdraws Townes at North Lake proposal before Northport City Council meeting Soon-to-be former Tuscaloosa Children's Hands-On Museum exhibits…...

1+ mon, 18+ hour ago   (191+ words) Childrens Hands On Museum As the Children's Hands-On Museum prepares to close its doors Aug. 1 in anticipation of a move into the under-construction Saban Center, some major items inside its current home will continue inspiring young learners across West Alabama....

1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (649+ words) For many students visiting Tuscaloosa this week, stepping onto Stillman College's campus marked more than the start of a campus tour — it marked their first trip outside of Japan. Stillman College welcomed a group of Japanese students through the Tuscaloosa-Narashino…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (441+ words) As the 2026-27 school year creeps closer, parents are once again contending with the ever-increasing cost of supplies for their children. Several organizations around West Alabama are making sure every student is prepared on their first day. Here's a look at…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (175+ words) Marion County Schools is teaming up with Bevill State Community College and the Marion County College and Career Academy to expand dual-enrollment opportunities for high school students. Bevill State Community College President Dr. Joel Hagood addressed the Marion County Board…...