Tuscaloosa

Named after the Choctaw chief, Tuscaloosa, Alabama is a major city in Alabama providing many services to its residents and economy. Founded on Dec. 13, 1819, Tuscaloosa is exactly a day older than the state of Alabama, initiated by Congress to the union on the 14th.

Located in Tuscaloosa County, Tuscaloosa currently has 99,543 current residents, not including students from the local universities, the University of Alabama, Stillman College, and Shelton State Community College.

The University of Alabama, the oldest public university in the state, is located in Tuscaloosa and is home to the well-known Crimson Tide. Since its opening in 1831, the university has produced notable celebrities like Joe Scarborough and E.O. Wilson, as well as football characters like Paul W. "Bear" Bryant, Dabo Swinney, Joe Namath, and Derrick Henry. The Crimson Tide Football Team is currently coached by Nick Saban.

Being a college town, there is an extreme amount of local businesses and restaurants. The Tuscaloosa experience would not be complete without Rama Jama’s, City Cafe, Wayside Restaurant, and more. (Check out: https://alt1017.com/you-have-to-eat-at-these-25-tuscaloosa-restaurants-before-you-die/)

Food is not the only thing that Tuscaloosa offers, as the city is a neighbor to many surrounding towns, including Birmingham, which is 45 minutes away. Tuscaloosa has many activities to do on a boring day. With its several lakes and rivers, there are many outdoor experiences. From paddleboarding to hiking, there will always be an adventure nearby.

A local business thrives in Tuscaloosa, with many casual shopping opportunities. With two malls, there is hardly a store you cannot find.

Finding culture around every corner, there are also several museums like the Alabama Museum of Natural History and the Paul W. Bryant Museum, as well as multiple art centers, including the Arts Council of Tuscaloosa and the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center.

The Tuscaloosa community is very diverse, having 23 schools within the Tuscaloosa City Schools system, as well as other private schools where every child can find company.

CAUGHT ON TAPE: The Worst Kid (Or Parent) In Tuscaloosa
CAUGHT ON TAPE: The Worst Kid (Or Parent) In Tuscaloosa
CAUGHT ON TAPE: The Worst Kid (Or Parent) In Tuscaloosa
I realize that sounds harsh. Limiting it to just the Tuscaloosa area may not be right. It's a fair question. Is their a kid worse than this in Tuscaloosa, Alabama? Or Alabama period? This is something I have gotten tired of dealing with as a boyfriend. I do not want to go hang out at her house because I am subjected to this child screaming all night.
The Top Ten Wealthiest Towns In Alabama
The Top Ten Wealthiest Towns In Alabama
The Top Ten Wealthiest Towns In Alabama
As I was going through the data and analytics for this story, I found some interesting things about Tuscaloosa County. I came upon some interesting facts related to cold, hard, cash in Alabama. The ten richest cities in Alabama.
Alabama Mom Tells Thirteen Year-Old Boy That He's "Not A Monster"
Alabama Mom Tells Thirteen Year-Old Boy That He's "Not A Monster"
Alabama Mom Tells Thirteen Year-Old Boy That He's "Not A Monster"
It really shouldn't be. I understand why it is, but no ten year-old should ever have to go through this kind of life of torment. The video you will see, in just a moment, is also disturbing. I want to make sure that you have been properly warned about what you will see.
VIDEO: Alabama Is Under Attack By Naked Men
VIDEO: Alabama Is Under Attack By Naked Men
VIDEO: Alabama Is Under Attack By Naked Men
What can you say? This might have been more understandable during the heatwave earlier this Summer. The weather is changing and getting cooler. Tuscaloosa drivers on Skyland Boulevard were exposed to a completely naked male walking along the busy highway.
Top 10 Things That Could Kill Your Pet In Alabama
Top 10 Things That Could Kill Your Pet In Alabama
Top 10 Things That Could Kill Your Pet In Alabama
These are things that have nearly, or tragically, killed pets/animals in the past year. All of the data is from Jan 1- Dec 1 of 2023. You may want to print this list and keep it in your home for reference in the future. You never know when you could need this list next year or sooner than that! The data comes from the group known as the Pet Poison Helpline.
The Cutest Couple In West Alabama Contest!
The Cutest Couple In West Alabama Contest!
The Cutest Couple In West Alabama Contest!
A getaway to Panama City Beach and the Holiday Inn Resort AND....A beautiful DIAMOND heart-shaped pendant from Hudson-Poole Fine Jewelers in Tuscaloosa (1111 Greensboro Avenue) valued at nearly $1,000! So, get us a picture and officially enter West Alabama's Cutest Couple Contest
West Alabama Woman Finds Live Spider Inside Ear
West Alabama Woman Finds Live Spider Inside Ear
West Alabama Woman Finds Live Spider Inside Ear
No, no, no, no, NO! This columnist could live the rest of my life without being made aware of another story about spiders. I know I'm not the only person living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama with a deep hatred of spiders (and many other critters) that I will never get over. Very few people love spiders.
UPDATED: List Of Alabama Restaurants With "Roach Infestation"
UPDATED: List Of Alabama Restaurants With "Roach Infestation"
UPDATED: List Of Alabama Restaurants With "Roach Infestation"
Roughly, every 60-90 days this report is released for restaurants and lodging establishments, mainly, and a few made the report for being closed because of a "roach infestation" according to the Alabama Department of Public Health. Again, this list covers West Alabama and other cities across the state that you might live in or travel to in the state of Alabama.
Win One Thousand Dollars If You Live In Alabama By Doing This...
Win One Thousand Dollars If You Live In Alabama By Doing This...
Win One Thousand Dollars If You Live In Alabama By Doing This...
Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa has partnered with the makers of the only legal betting app in Alabama, BET-U, to giveaway cash and Alabama football tickets. No purchase is necessary to win. To enter and have a chance at winning the $1,000 on Friday, here's what you need to do.
Weird And Unusual Things To Do In Tuscaloosa
Weird And Unusual Things To Do In Tuscaloosa
Weird And Unusual Things To Do In Tuscaloosa
Personally, I like odd. Strange, peculiar, bizarre, eccentric, freakish, quirky things. I think crazy people are happier than the rest of us. They don't know they are crazy. I have lived in Tuscaloosa, off and on, since 1988. I thought I knew lots about Tuscaloosa.

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