TUSCALOOSA DAILY: Everything Going On Today (Wed, Sep 29)

Happy Wednesday, Tuscaloosa! Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

In today's Daily, we have these stories and more ...

First, upcoming weather:

• Wednesday: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 85 Low: 66.
• Thursday: Humid and overcast throughout the day. High: 80 Low: 62.

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Here are the top stories today in Tuscaloosa:

1. Woman seriously injured after 3-vehicle crash on University Boulevard in Tuscaloosa (WIAT - CBS42.com)
2. PHOTOS: Automated lawn mowers installed at Annette Shelby Park (Tuscaloosa News)
3. University of Alabama medical school gets record $95M gift (The Decatur Daily)
4. UA starts $4 million initiative to improve health care - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
5. Volunteers needed for Kentuck Festival - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
6. Ivey defends use of virus funds for prisons, bills advance - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
7. Man arrested on capital murder charges in 2018 shooting - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
8. Lawsuit: Alabama congressional map 'racially gerrymandered' - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
9. Alabama health officials urge schools to keep mask mandates - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
10. AP-NORC poll: Virus fears linger for vaccinated older adults - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
11. TCS Board of Education celebrates progress on new school year and lower numbers on of COVID cases (Trussvilletribune)
12. Top Tuscaloosa area high school football games and predictions for Week 6 (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
13. TUSK CALENDAR: Who's playing and what's happening (Tuscaloosa News)
14. Shelton State and Stillman College agreement focuses on education of future teachers (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
15. Strike up the band: Former Million Dollar Band director Kathryn Scott returns for special performance (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
16. After lengthy break, Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra returns - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
17. Schools around Alabama facing food supply shortages - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
18. A guide to coffee shops in Tuscaloosa ahead of National Coffee Day (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
19. Own a piece of UA's Julia Tutwiler Hall (WBRC)
20. Alabama statues honor slaves who endured experimental surgery - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
21. Major roadwork planned for part of Tuscaloosa's McFarland Boulevard (WBRC)
22. Carriage stolen from Alabama church parking lot recovered - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
23. Money for station upgrades awarded for Gulf Coast train plan - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
24. Battery recycling plant will be built at Tuscaloosa County Airport Industrial Park (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
25. DCH to rural ambulance services: Don't bring patients unless it's dire - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
26. Tuscaloosa Shrimp Basket manager wins her first car in company incentive program (WVTM13)
27. Electrical fire causes power loss Friday in downtown Tuscaloosa - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
28. Hospitalizations trending down, but deaths are on the rise - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
29. Tuscaloosa area high school football rankings entering Week 6 of regular season (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
30. Tuscaloosa mayor lays out budget to address flooding issues (WBRC)

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Tuscaloosa Patch Notebook

• Alabama Football: ""He plays hard. He plays fast, and he's got great speed." #BamaFactor #RollTide" (Facebook)
• Alabama Football: "Chris Owens has been named a semifinalist for the 2021 William V. Campbell Trophy." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Police Department: "UPDATE: Someone brought the phone to headquarters this afternoon, but declined to provide names of the people in the photo. Thanks to everyone who shared - the owner will be happy to have his phone back! ———————————————————— The people i..." (Facebook)
• Alabama Football: "Game Four Highlights: Southern Miss #BamaFactor #RollTide" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Police Department: "For more than 24 years, TPD dispatcher Evelyn Davis has been a voice of calm in the storm for a countless number of Tuscaloosa citizens and police officers. Today we gathered to show our appreciation as she ends her career serving this c..." (Facebook)
• DCH Health System: "Today's COVID update has been posted to our website: https://www.dchsystem.com/~/news/2021/september/dch-coronavirus-update-9-28-21/" (Facebook)
• The University of Alabama: "The UA experience is like none other. Legends are made here - in our academic halls, on our athletic fields and courts, and in our endeavors to shape a better world through our teaching, research and service. Hoping to join us and be a p..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "‼URGENT FOSTERS NEEDED‼ We have had five bottle baby kittens come in that are in need of urgent fostering! They are about 2 weeks old and need some TLC. If you can help welcome these babies into your home for a few weeks and can bottle f..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "Good Monday Morning!!! It's a GREAT day to come adopt!!!! All of these are available for adoption along with many others. Check out our website to see them all https://www.metroanimalshelter.org/adopt The shelter is open till 6pm." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County School System: "There are several TCSS educators in this outstanding group! Congratulations to all the teachers recognized by Nick's Kids Foundation on Saturday at the game, and thank you to Nick’s Kids for all of the ways you support children and educa..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "These animals came in lost. If you believe one of these babies is yours, please email intake@metroanimalshelter.org or go ahead and come to the shelter during business hours. Proof of ownership will be required for reclaim (pictures, vet..." (Facebook)
• DCH Health System: "Today's COVID-19 update has been posted: https://www.dchsystem.com/~/news/2021/september/dch-coronavirus-update-9-27-21/" (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "All meetings and agendas can be found on tuscaloosa.com" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "YUM YUM!! Tonight (9/28) from 4pm 9pm is the Slim Chickens Fundraiser. Tell them you are there to support TMAS and 15% of your purchase will be donated back to the shelter. This is for dine in or carry out only." (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "In addition to Lake Tuscaloosa, Lake Nicol and Harris Lake both serve as source water for our city. Fun facts: Lake Nicol holds around 3.3 billion gallons of water, & Harris Lake is the City's oldest lake, established in 1929. #SourceWat..." (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "As of Thursday, September 30, 2021, the drop-off recycling center at the Bobby Miller Activity Center will be moved to the front parking lot of Hillcrest High School. For questions, please call Tuscaloosa 311." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County EMA: "Here is the DCH Update for today. Numbers are continuing to trend in the right direction! DCH Health System internal counts as of 4:01p.m. on 9/28/21: · 96 inpatients within the DCH system who are positive for COVID-19. · 23 inpatients w..." (Facebook)
• The Chamber: "We kicked off day one of our #Asheville2021 benchmarking trip with a reception at Packs Tavern where our business leaders were able to connect with one another and learn about Asheville City Government from Mayor Esther Manheimer. Keep t..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County Health Department: "Tuscaloosa County Health Department will have a Flu Vaccination Clinic, Thursday, October 14." (Facebook)
• Shelton State Community College: "Shelton State Community College’s Adult Education will begin a free Citizenship course to prepare students for the naturalization process. The new course will begin on October 4, 2021, with subsequent course availability every ten weeks...." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "Come on down to Slim Chickens. You wont regret it!! The fundraiser goes till 9pm. Tell your cashier you are here for Metro in order for us to receive the percentage." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County EMA: "Congratulations to our September 19th Weather Radio Winner, Alisha Jones Walker of Northport!" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County Child Nutrition Program: "Maxwell elementary celebrated World Milk Day this morning at breakfast!! " (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "All meetings an agendas can be found on Tuscaloosa.com" (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "All meetings an agendas can be found on Tuscaloosa.com" (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "All meetings an agendas can be found on Tuscaloosa.com" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority: "Great Park & Recreation programs and services are important in every community. Come listen to PARA's presentation "The Way Forward" for excellence in your park and rec and ask questions and/or show your support!" (Facebook)
• Visit Tuscaloosa: "Happy National Coffee Day! Tuscaloosa is filled to the brim with laid-back, relaxing coffee shops. Here are just a few of those wonderful coffee shops right here in T-town! Comment below YOUR favorite and tag us on your next coffee run..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "The 5th Street Vintage Market in Northport is this Sunday, October 3. Check out the booth of Nella Yoder where she will have her handmade dog toys. Support this talented young lady! She will be donating all her proceeds to the shelter." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Public Library: "Books unite us. Sharing stories important to us means sharing a part of ourselves. Books reach across boundaries and build connections between readers. Censorship, on the other hand, divides us and creates barriers. www.Tuscaloosa-Libra..." (Instagram)

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— Shane McMahon

About me: Born with sports-entertainment in his blood, Shane McMahon has thrilled the WWE Universe with his daredevil decisions both in and out of the ring. The only son of WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon, Shane grew up in sports-entertainment, learning the ins and outs of the business while holding various positions, including referee and announcer. In fact, Shane was the play-by-play man on the debut edition of Sunday Night Heat in 1999. It wasn’t until the younger McMahon stepped out from behind the microphone that the WWE Universe saw how like his father he was, yet different in many ways. There’s no doubt that Shane McMahon inherited his father’s entrepreneurial spirit. However, he put a modern twist on it. He eschewed a suit and tie for a more casual look, not unlike contemporary moguls like Mark Cuban. His flamboyant, cocky attitude could be both endearing and irritating. Perhaps Shane’s crowning moment as a businessman came on March 26, 2001. His father believed he had purchased long-time rival WCW, ending the "Monday Night War" that raged throughout the 1990s. However, Mr. McMahon’s desire to embarrass his former competition gave Shane the opportunity of a lifetime. While his father showboated over his supposed conquest, Shane shocked the world when he appeared in person at the final Monday Nitro to announce that the name on the purchase papers did say McMahon — Shane McMahon. Shane’s devil-may-care attitude carried over from the boardroom into the ring. Most heirs to a billion-dollar company wouldn’t dare risk life and limb in-between the ropes. Shane-O-Mac went above and beyond the call of duty. He surprised the WWE Universe with his athletic ability and willingness to climb, literally, to new heights and take a leap of faith, crashing onto his opponents below. During his in-ring career, McMahon toppled the gigantic Big Show, stood toe-to-toe with Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle and even defeated his father in a brutal Street Fight at WrestleMania X-Seven. After leaving WWE to pursue other opportunities in 2010, Shane returned on the Feb. 22, 2016, edition of Raw. Surprising the world, he boldly challenged his father and sister for control of WWE's flagship program. He may have come up short in his Hell in a Cell Match against The Undertaker at WrestleMania 32, but his thrilling leap off the top of the structure embodied the tenacity and fearlessness of sports-entertainment’s first family. Perhaps it is his tenacious attitude and willingness to get his hands dirty that made Shane McMahon thrive as the Commissioner of SmackDown LIVE. Shane-O-Mac has led The Land of Opportunity to new heights, whether that has meant fighting the disrespectful Kevin Owens on top of Hell in a Cell, leading a slew of his Superstars in bringing Raw Under Siege, or capturing the 2018 WWE World Cup at WWE Crown Jewel. When his role as Commissioner ended, Shane found success alongside The Miz as a SmackDown Tag Team Champion. Yet, when the duo lost in their Tag Team Title rematch, Shane viciously attacked The Miz. Their rivalry came to a head at WrestleMania 35 where McMahon defeated Miz in a brutal Falls Count Anywhere Match. Test Update. Update 7/21/2021.

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