🌱 New Food Pantry In Tuscaloosa + Latest On Darius Miles Murder Trial
TGIF, T-Town: Friday Morning Highlights
As we kick off the weekend in Tuscaloosa, here are the top stories to catch you up this Friday morning.
Today’s weather forecast indicates the possibility of afternoon thunderstorms, with temperatures reaching a high of 82°F and a low of 62°F.
In local news, Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson addresses the challenges posed by the Simplified Sellers Use Tax in a guest column shared by Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox. Meanwhile, in a community effort to fight food insecurity, Tuscaloosa City Schools has opened a new snack pantry at the New Heights Community Resource Center.
In safety news, Central Elementary School was placed on lockdown due to reports of shots fired nearby. Fortunately, the Tuscaloosa Police apprehended a suspect quickly, and no injuries were reported.
Additionally, the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is working to quash a subpoena related to the ongoing Darius Miles murder investigation, claiming it is overly broad. The Chamber of Commerce is also urging vendors to apply for its upcoming “Celebrate Local” holiday event on November 19.
Finally, today’s events include a performance by Jeremy Noble at Southern Ale House and a night of jazz at Shindig Entertainment Center.
Stay informed about your local happenings, and if you’re enjoying the news, share it with a friend!
Read the complete article here: https://patch.com/alabama/tuscaloosa/new-food-pantry-tuscaloosa-latest-darius-miles-murder-trial