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TGIF, T-Town! Let's breeze through this Friday morning and get you on to the weekend.

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

• Henry Ruggs' parole hearing.
• New security measures at DCH.
• Alabama Business Hall of Fame.

First, a look at today's weather: Sunny and hot. High: 92 | Low: 73 🌞

🗣Patch Shout Out 🗣

Our Shout Out for this Friday morning goes to University of Alabama junior Mykah Hughley, who has been awarded a scholarship grant to support a summer internship with Black Warrior Riverkeeper. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

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🗞 Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa

1. DCH Further Expands Security Measures After Nurse Shot And Killed: DCH Health System on Thursday announced additional security enhancements across its facilities as the hospital system continues to respond to concerns raised after the fatal shooting of a nurse in one of its employee parking lots. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
2. Moundville Woman, Alleged Accomplice In Custody After Using Forged Court Docs To Escape Jail: The Hale County Sheriff's Office says a Moundville woman accused of using forged court documents to escape from jail has been taken into custody along with an alleged accomplice. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
3. Alabama Business Hall Of Fame Announces Class Of 2026: The Hall of Fame was first established in 1973 and honors individuals who have brought lasting fame to Alabama through their business contributions. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
4. Game Times, TV Windows Set For Alabama’s 2026 Football Season: The Southeastern Conference and ESPN on Wednesday announced kickoff times, television assignments and game windows for Alabama’s 2026 football schedule, including the final nine regular-season games controlled by the SEC’s television agreement. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
5. Tuscaloosa VA To Honor Women Veterans With Event Friday: The Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center is gearing up to host a Women Veterans Recognition Day event Friday to honor the service and contributions of women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

📅 Today In T-Town 📅

• Alabama Shakes Homecoming Pre-Party @ Druid City Brewing Co. (4 p.m.)
• Live at the Plaza (6 p.m.)
• Three's Company @ The Sanctuary on 25th (7:30 p.m.)
• "Dr. Strange" @ The Historic Bama Theatre (7:30 p.m.)
• Alabama Shakes @ Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater (7:30 p.m.)
• Live Music @ Buffalo Phil's (8 p.m.)
• Boon Dock Saints @ Big Al's (9 p.m.)

5️⃣ Other Stories I'm Reading Today

1. Former Tide Standout Henry Ruggs Denied Parole Nearly 5 years After Deadly Car Crash (Associated Press)
2. Guilty plea entered, remaining trials delayed in Bibb County alleged bunker case (Gracie Johnson, ABC 33/40)
3. Alabama commitment excited by lessons from Elite 11 Finals QB competition (Mike Perrin, AL.com)
4. Postcard from Alabama Baseball Practice at the College World Series (Joe Gaither, Bama Central)
5. Alabama guard Labaron Philon invited to attend 2026 NBA Draft (Charlie Potter, BamaOnline)

🕊 Obituaries 🕊

*Our obituary section is generously sponsored by our friends at Dorroh & Mills, P.C.

Odie Vee Snow, 84, of Tuscaloosa (Magnolia Chapel)

Martha Pearl Rice, 82, of Tuscaloosa (Memory Chapel)

Roger Humber, 77, of Columbus, Mississippi (Nelson Funeral Home)

Blanche Shelton, 70, of Carbon Hill (Nelson Funeral Home)

Louis David Sizemore, 70, of Fayette (Norwood-Wyatt Funeral Home)

Virginia Lee “Genny” Geer Branyon, 87, of Gordo (Skelton Funeral Home)

Eddie Rex Tilley, 94, of Coker (Sunset Funeral Home)

Roger Alan Emerson, 74, of Tuscaloosa (Tuscaloosa Memorial Chapel)

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- RP