Interim Principal For TCS Middle School | Honoring Will Roberts | Chief Tuskaloosa Plaza

Good morning, neighbors! We're one day closer to the weekend, so here's a look at the biggest headlines from around town.

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

• New principal at TCS middle school.
• Honoring Will Roberts.
• Chief Tuskaloosa Plaza.

First, a look at today's weather: Chance for showers and not quite as hot. High: 94 | Low: 74 🌧

🗣Patch Shout Out 🗣

Our Shout Out for this Thursday morning goes to veteran educator Nakelya Mullins, who has been appointed interim principal of Westlawn Middle School. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

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🗞 Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa

1. AL Governor Proclaims Aug. 1 As 'Will Roberts Day': The proclamation released on Wednesday honors the life of 15-year-old William "Will" Roberts, whose courageous battle with stage 4 bone cancer inspired thousands across the state and nation. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
2. Shelton State To Host Funeral Service For Will Roberts: It was also announced this week that Shelton State Community College will host a funeral service for Will this Saturday. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
3. Tuscaloosa Awarded $40K Grant For Chief Tuskaloosa Plaza Project: The City of Tuscaloosa has been awarded a $40,000 Creative Places Arts Facilities grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts to support development of the Chief Tuskaloosa Plaza. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
4. Shelton State To Host 'Hoops & Paddles' Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser: Shelton State Community College is inviting pickleball players to take part in the inaugural "Hoops & Paddles" Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 22, with proceeds benefiting the Shelton State men's basketball program. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
5. United Way Of West Alabama To Distribute 100 Free Laptops, School Supplies In Tuscaloosa: One hundred West Alabama students and families have been selected to receive refurbished laptops and backpacks filled with school supplies Thursday through a partnership between United Way of West Alabama, AT&T and Compudopt. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

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- RP