Big Mike's In Northport | Juvenile Killed In Shooting | New Dean For UA Graduate School

Good morning, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday morning.

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

• Northport juvenile shot and killed.
• UA names new Graduate School dean.
• Latest on Big Mike's Steakhouse.

First, a look at today's weather: Sunny and hot. High: 91 | Low: 72 🌞

🗣Patch Shout Out 🗣

Our Shout Out for this Wednesday morning goes to Alabama track and field standout Doris Lemngole, who has been named the Southeastern Conference Women's Runner of the Year.

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🗞 Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa

1. Juvenile Killed In Late-Night Shooting At Northport Apartment Complex: A juvenile male from Northport was fatally shot late Monday night at an apartment complex in Northport and investigators are still working to determine the circumstances. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
2. UA Taps Denham As New Graduate School Dean, Associate Provost: The University of Alabama on Tuesday announced it has selected longtime faculty member and administrator André Denham to serve as its next associate provost and dean of the Graduate School. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
3. Northport Council To Consider Incentives For Big Mike's This Week: The Northport City Council will hold a special called meeting later this week to consider a development agreement for a new Big Mike's Steakhouse in the city. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
4. Target Issues Nationwide Recall Of Baby Wipes Over Potentially Dangerous Bacteria: Parents and caregivers across the country are being urged to check their homes for certain Target-brand baby wipes that have been recalled due to potential bacterial contamination that could cause serious infections in infants and young children. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
5. Victim Identified After Fiery Crash Outside Of Selma: A Sardis man died Sunday morning in a fiery single-vehicle crash near Selma. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

📅 Today In T-Town 📅

• Drive Thru Free Food Giveaway @ Saint Paul Baptist Church (7 a.m.)
• “Made in America” Exhibit @ Gorgas House Museum (9 a.m.)
• "Shrek" @ The Historic Bama Theatre (10 a.m.)
• "Bullysaurus Rex" with Bright Star Theatre @ Tuscaloosa Public Library (10 a.m.)
• Trailride Wednesday @ Dave's Crimson Bar (6 p.m.)
• Jonathan Stephens & Rachel Roberts @ The Sanctuary on 25th (6 p.m.)

5️⃣ Other Stories I'm Reading Today

1. US Appeals Court Raises Concerns About Alabama’s Use Of Nitrogen Gas For Executions (Associated Press)
2. Tuscaloosa City Schools hosts job fair for bus drivers (Nick Treadway, WVUA 23 News)
3. Cause of death undisclosed for Auburn student who vanished in Japan (Carol Robinson, AL.com)
4. 2026 Alabama Football Early Opponent Preview, Game 1: East Carolina (Hunter De Siver, Bama Central)
5. RB Tai Phillips commits to Alabama: 'It was the best choice' (Chad Simmons, Rivals)

Now you're in the loop about what's happening today.

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- RP