New Roof For Chamber HQ | How To Watch Will Roberts Funeral

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 ...

• Tide golfer makes PGA Tour debut.
• How to watch Will Roberts funeral.
• New roof for Chamber of Commerce office

First, a look at today's weather: Chance for showers and hot. High: 92 | Low: 74 🌦

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🗞 Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa

1. How To Watch Funeral Service For Will Roberts: Magnolia Chapel Funeral Home announced Thursday that it will livestream the funeral service for 15-year-old Will Roberts, allowing those unable to attend in person to watch the service online. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
2. Chamber Of Commerce Of West Alabama's HQ Gets New Roof Through Partnership: The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama has a new roof thanks to a partnership with roofing manufacturer GAF and Tuscaloosa-based Bama Roofing. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
3. Tide Golfer Set To Make PGA Tour Debut At Rocket Classic: Alabama golf standout William Jennings will make his PGA Tour debut this week after earning an exemption into the 2026 Rocket Classic by winning the Folds of Honor Collegiate individual title last fall. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
4. Birmingham Stallions To Fold As UFL Exits Magic City: The Birmingham Stallions, the United Football League's most successful franchise, will cease operations as the league departs the Magic City as part of a nationwide strategic realignment. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
5. 2026 Alabama Crimson Tide Position Preview: Defensive Backs: Here's a look at one of the Alabama football team's most experienced units ahead of the 2026 season. (Joe Gaither, Bama Central)

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