Tuscaloosa Daily: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Dec 1)

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Good day, people of Tuscaloosa! Natalie here with the latest copy of theTuscaloosa Daily.

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

First, upcoming weather:

• Wednesday: Nice with sunshine. High: 70 Low: 47.
• Thursday: Brilliant sunshine and warm. High: 73 Low: 44.

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Here are the top stories in Tuscaloosa today:

1. Police: FedEx packages found in woods at second Alabama site - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
2. Need a Christmas Tree? Tuscaloosa Men's Club set up in usual spot - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
3. More Fed Ex Packages Found In Alabama (953thebear.com)
4. Tuscaloosa authorities ensuring you, your stuff stay safe over holidays - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
5. TUSK CALENDAR: Who's playing and what's happening (Tuscaloosa News)
6. TUSK CALENDAR: Who's playing and what's happening (Yahoo! Voices)
7. Zip codes with the most expensive homes in Tuscaloosa metro area (Victoria Advocate)
8. Suspect fleeing from police struck by 18-wheeler on I-20/59 in Tuscaloosa (WIAT - CBS42.com)
9. Tuscaloosa PD: Man hit by 18-wheeler after running from traffic stop (WVTM13)
10. Five things to do: Here's how to get into the Christmas spirit this weekend in Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
11. Tuscaloosa Police refuses to surrender illegal gun fight (WBRC)
12. Troubled antipoverty group closing in Jefferson County - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
13. Eleven Tuscaloosa residents indicted for 'straw purchasing' firearms (Alabama's News Leader)
14. Volunteer fire department vandalized during break-in - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
15. Not all superheroes will be on floats at West Alabama Christmas Parade - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
16. Little known about new COVID variant, but answers are coming - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
17. New memorial to depict Rosa Parks at spot of 1955 arrest - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
18. Former Bachelorette hosts book signing in Tuscaloosa - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
19. The Latest: CDC says ages 18 and up should get booster shot - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
20. Northport police seek sponsors for “Christmas With A Cop” program (WBRC)
21. BREAKING: Bull On The Loose In Tuscaloosa County (953thebear.com)
22. Rash of vehicle break-ins in Tuscaloosa (WBRC)
23. UA Serenity Garden offers respite and remembers slain nursing student (WBRC)
24. Repaving planned for neighborhood streets across Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
25. Tree-mendous: Christmas tree installed outside Tuscaloosa County Courthouse (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
26. Eleven Tuscaloosa County residents charged in 'straw purchase' of firearms (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
27. Memorial service set for late Tuscaloosa News sports columnist Cecil Hurt (Tuscaloosa Magazine)
28. FedEx driver questioned about hundreds of packages in woods - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
29. Alabama paroles drop further; releases lag for Black inmates - WVUA23 (wvua23.com)
30. Labor official confirms new union election for Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama based on objections to first vote. (The Decatur Daily)

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Tuscaloosa Patch Notebook

• Alabama Football: "Game Win Poster: Auburn : 24 : 22 #BamaFactor #RollTide" (Facebook)
• The University of Alabama: "Hey students! Looking for a way to give back during the holiday season? UA's Student Support Services is conducting a winter wear drive to benefit @tes_ttown! Bring any size winter wear item by 329 Russell Hall before noon on December 15..." (Instagram)
• The University of Alabama: "Important reminder UA's priority date to apply for federal student aid is December 1, 2021 - be sure to submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible for the opportunity to lower out-of-pocket expen..." (Instagram)
• Alabama Football: "Game Twelve Highlights: Iron Bowl #BamaFactor #RollTide" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Police Department: "We're accepting applications for the 2022 TPD Citizens Academy. The Citizens Academy is designed to give members of the public an overview of the department's structure, services and personnel. Classes will be held from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 ..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "We love to be able to tuck these babies in at night with a nice warm blanket ! 🛏 Especially with the weather being so chilly at night . 🌬We are in need of smaller blankets or towels here at the shelter . We are here until 6pm today! Th..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "Come see us at Innisfree Irish Pub Tuscaloosa we are here till 4pm!!!" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "Meet Ellie! She is a TMAS rescue who was fostered and adopted at the beginning of 2020! Her wonderful parents submitted her adoption story to the #PetcoLoveStory contest that we promoted a few months back and her story has been chosen as..." (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa – Government: "Is it just us, or did Tuscaloosa have an even more spectacular fall than usual this year? Thank you to everyone who participated in our fall photo contest! It was hard to pick just one winner, but congratulations to Nitasha Sharma ..." (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa: "Is it just us, or did Tuscaloosa have an even more spectacular fall than usual this year? Thank you to everyone who participated in our fall photo contest! It was hard to pick just one winner, but congratulations to Nitasha Sharma ..." (Instagram)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "We are so excited to be apart of One-Stop Christmas Shop!! This is always such a fun event. Join us next Sunday December 5 from 11am-3pm. We will have adoptable doggies and Christmas collars and bandanas available." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa County School System: "Congratulations to our TCSS alums and educators who were part of the UA Million Dollar Band’s appearance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! A number of our TCSS grads are now members of the Million Dollar Band, which escorted Santa a..." (Facebook)
• DCH Health System: "Congratulations to Meisha Matthews, one of the latest recipients of the DCH Excellence Award. Matthews is a contract specialist in Purchasing. She has an outstanding sense of accountability and doing what’s right for our patients. The DC..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "It is the last day of our Bark Bowl Adoption Event!! The adoption fees for all available animals are $10!!! The shelter is open till 6pm. Stop by and meet these cuties and all their friends." (Facebook)
• The University of Alabama: ""What is core to all of these experiential learning opportunities is that it helps students make that transition from college to career." The goal of our experiential learning efforts is to build a community and culture that supports a c..." (Facebook)
• City of Tuscaloosa: "#Repost from @holidaysontheplaza: We wanted to take a quick moment to thank the sponsors that make Holidays on the Plaza possible! We couldn't put on this fun event without the generous support of our community partners. Thanks for s..." (Instagram)
• Tuscaloosa County Public Works Department: "Congratulations to Jeff Swindle on receiving his 25 Year Service Pin this morning during the County Commission Meeting. Jeff is the Superintendent for Camp Coker." (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)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "If you missed the Bark Bowl Adoption Event don't worry you have another chance with the BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters event! Mark your calendars and come see us December 6-20. The adoption fees will be $10! We will be open on..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter: "ADOPTION UPDATE!! I adopted Stella (formally Veronicat) 2 years ago and I got Andy (formally Jackson) in April. The two have become inseparable and now live with my fiancé and I in Florida. Thanks so much for what you do providing such l..." (Facebook)
• DCH Health System: "Today's COVID update has been posted to our website: https://www.dchsystem.com/~/news/2021/november/dch-coronavirus-update-11-30-21/" (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Fire Rescue: "It's officially Christmas season! Follow along with our 12 days of Christmas safety to keep you and your family safe this holiday season! " (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Preservation: "On this day in Alabama history: November 29, 1902: The New York Medical Record publishes an account of Dr. Luther Leonidas Hill performing the first open heart surgery in the western hemisphere when he sutured a knife wound in a young b..." (Instagram)
• Visit Tuscaloosa: "Happy National Pie Day! Meet Rain Tilley with HipPies. You can find her at the Tuscaloosa Farmers Market every Saturday located at the Tuscaloosa River Market! #nationalpieday #supportlocal #shoplocal #visitTCL #Tuscaloosa #westalabam..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Public Library: "#Repost @tpl_books with @make_repost ・・・ #Repost @tplkids with @make_repost ・・・ Thank you to everyone who visited our Little Tree Library at the grand opening of @ttowntinsel! If you missed us, our little library will be stocked with ..." (Instagram)
• Tuscaloosa Public Library: "Join the fun on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Main library!!!" (Instagram)
• Tuscaloosa Public Library: "HOURS OF OPERATION - Main Library: MONDAY – THURSDAY 9 A.M. - 8 P.M. FRIDAY 12 P.M. - 5 P.M. SATURDAY 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. SUNDAY 2 P.M. - 6 P.M. www.tuscaloosa-library.org/main-branch" (Instagram)
• Shelton State Community College: "Join Whatley Health Services for a World Aids Day walk-thru event on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The first 50 people to get tested will receive a free lunch voucher to the Catch-A-Taste food truck. The voucher..." (Facebook)
• Tuscaloosa Public Library: "#Repost @tplkids with @make_repost ・・・ Holiday Open House is back! Join us on Sunday, December 5th anytime between 2 and 5:30pm for a bunch of festive activities that are sure to put you in the holiday spirit! We can’t wait to see you..." (Instagram)
• Tuscaloosa City Schools: "Can't wait to see all of the 2021 TCS Apple Awards nominees at our tenth annual awards luncheon today!! So appreciative of the organizations that help make this possible! @TuscaloosaEduc1 Professional Educators of Tuscaloosa @TCTAhosp..." (Instagram)

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— Natalie

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