Originally from Maryland, JR first arrived to the City of Champions in 2017 for school in news media. And since graduating from UA in the spring of 2022... now you're just stuck with him! He religiously follows the Baltimore Ravens & Orioles as well as being a life-long Washington Capitals fan. JR also loves talking to listeners, so make sure you get in touch via the app or on X/Twitter (@97jrmoore).
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Join 95.3 The Bear at The Venue for Diamond Rio + Adam Hood
Come see your friends from 95.3 The Bear and the Steve & DC Morning Show at The Venue for Diamond Rio and Adam Hood's performance this August.
Carlee Russell Turns Herself In, Will Face Charges
Hoover Police says Carlee Russell turned herself in Friday and will face two charges related to her fabricated disappearance.
Northport Mayor Plans to Veto Sale of Park, Community Center
Mayor John Hinton received applause at the Northport City Council meeting Monday as he announced his plans to veto the sale of a community park.
Tuscaloosa Man Arrested With Three Pounds of Marijuana, Firearm
The Shelby County Sheriff's Office arrested a Tuscaloosa man last week after allegedly finding three pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop.
Carlee Russell, Via Her Attorney: “There Was No Kidnapping”
A statement from Carlee Russell via her attorney was read in a Hoover Police press conference Monday.
Tuscaloosa Will Accept School Supplies for Overtime Parking Tickets
The city of Tuscaloosa is expected to again allow residents to pay overtime parking tickets with school supplies this August.
Planned Bridge Inspection Causing Delays
A bridge inspection on I-20/59 is expected to cause delays into Thursday.
Rock the South Assault Prompts $10K Reward for Information
A $10K reward + lifetime tickets to Rock the South have been offered in exchange for information about the assault of a teen at the festival this past weekend.
UA Autism Clinic to Hold Third-Annual Back to School Bash
The University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic is hosting a back to school event that features free school supplies and face painting.
Tuscaloosa Holds Groundbreaking for McWright’s Ferry Road Project
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Friday for the McWright's Ferry Road Extension project aimed at reducing commute times.