Ryan Phillips

Tuscaloosa

Executive Editor at Starkville Daily News

Community Publisher at Patch

Founder & Editor @TuscaloosaPatch. The Jesco White of local journalism. Real news when it’s real + Tide sports, music, jokes and other oddities.

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Arts Council Of Tuscaloosa Speaks Out After Fatal Shooting At Historic Mobile Theater

2 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

TUSCALOOSA, AL β The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa released a statement Wednesday following a deadly shooting in Mobile over the weekend during a children's dance recital. News outlets reported one person was killed and another injured in the shooting in the historic Saenger Theatre, shocking the community and prompting the venue to implement additional security measures for all events moving forward.
Pillars Of West Alabama Class Of 2025 Announced

2 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

TUSCALOOSA, AL β The Board of Directors for the Community Foundation of West Alabama (CFWA) on Wednesday announced the 2025 class of Pillars of West Alabama. This yearβs class consists of: Dr. Stuart BellPierce BoydMartin HoustonTim Parker, Jr.George and Betty ShirleyDr. John Waits Elizabeth Winter The Pillars of West Alabama program began in 2004 as a way for CFWA annually recognize deserving individuals. Have a news tip or suggestion on how I can improve Tuscaloosa Patch?
π± Northport City Admin Retiring + Partnerships For River Run Park

2 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

Get on up, Tuscaloosa! Here's a look at the day's biggest headlines. In today's Daily, we have these stories and more ... Tuscaloosa's Wuska to lead state nonprofit board. Dispose of hazardous waste safely this Saturday. Northport city administrator retiring. First, a look at today's weather: Humid with showers around.
Tuscaloosa's Jackie Wuska Named Board Chair For Alabama Association Of Nonprofits

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

TUSCALOOSA, AL — United Way of West Alabama President and CEO Jackie Wuska Wear has been named the new board chair of the Alabama Association of Nonprofits (AAN).
Knicks' Full Statement Explaining Firing of Tom Thibodeau

3 days ago | ledger-enquirer.com | Ryan Phillips

The New York Knicks have issued a statement confirming their decision to fire coach Tom Thibodeau. Knicks president Leon Rose explained the decision to let Thibodeau just after he guided the team to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 25 years. The franchise's official X account sent a tweet thanking Thibodeau, then followed it up with a statement from Rose. His comments are below:Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship for our fans.
City Of Tuscaloosa To Host Hazardous Waste Disposal Day This Weekend

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

TUSCALOOSA, AL β The City of Tuscaloosa on Tuesday announced it will once again host its Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day on Saturday, June 7. The city will partner with Nucor for the event, which will run from 8 a.m. until noon at the City of Tuscaloosa's Public Safety Logistics building at 3311 Reese Phifer Avenue. The City of Tuscaloosa says household hazardous waste is the discarded, unused or leftover portion of household products containing toxic chemicals.
UA's Ella Kate Baker Receives Curtis & Edith Munson Foundation Scholarship

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Curtis and Edith Munson Foundation this week announced that University of Alabama student Ella Kate Baker has been awarded a scholarship grant for a summer internship with Black Warrior Riverkeeper in Birmingham. The Munson Foundation has supported UA’s Advertising and Public Relations Department with scholarships for water conservation internships since 2008. Baker is a student in UA's College of Communication and Information Sciences.
Northport City Administrator Glenda Webb To Retire In October

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

NORTHPORT, AL β Tuscaloosa Patch has confirmed that Northport City Administrator Glenda Webb has informed the City Council that she will not renew her contract and will retire on Oct. 1. In a letter to the mayor and City Council obtained by Patch, Webb said it has been her profound honor since 1999 to serve the community through various roles in the public sector, saying each chapter has brought its own challenges and rewards.
Northport Council Greenlights New Partnerships For River Run Park

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

NORTHPORT, AL — The Northport City Council on Monday approved several new partnerships for the highly anticipated River Run Park at Northport Shore, which is expected to open later this summer. Perhaps the most impactful partnership approved Monday was with Buffalo Rock Co., which will now have the pouring rights for the venue.
π± Opening Date For Northport Steakhouse + Honda PACT Program

3 days ago | patch.com | Ryan Phillips

Good morning, neighbors! Get this Tuesday morning started with all the biggest headlines from around town. In today's Daily, we have these stories and more ... Shelton State launches Honda PACT program. Diamond Jim's in Northport. Tuscaloosa native named AD at Wallace Community College. First, a look at today's weather: Mostly sunny and nice.