New TCS Principal | Tuscaloosa Eatery Closes | Will Roberts Day: Weekend Roundup

TUSCALOOSA, AL — It was another busy week across Tuscaloosa and West Alabama, with no shortage of headlines.

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Every Saturday we will bring you a roundup of the biggest stories we covered over the last week, just in case you might've missed something important.

Scroll through the links below to catch up on the events that shaped the news cycle over the last week in the Tuscaloosa Patch coverage area.

Leaders Break Ground On Major Expansion At Epsilon Industries

Epsilon Industries broke ground Friday expansion of its Tuscaloosa manufacturing facility, totaling more than $15 million.

Tide Golfer Set To Makes PGA Tour Debut At Rocket Classic

Alabama golf standout William Jennings made 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.

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.

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.

Nakelya Mullins Named Interim Principal Of Westlawn Middle School

The Tuscaloosa City Board of Education on Tuesday approved the appointment of veteran educator Nakelya Mullins as interim principal of Westlawn Middle School.

United Way Of West Alabama Distributes 100 Free Laptops, School Supplies In Tuscaloosa

One hundred West Alabama students and families received refurbished laptops and backpacks filled with school supplies Thursday through a partnership between United Way of West Alabama, AT&T and Compudopt.

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.

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.

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.

Woman Killed Monday In Pickens County Crash

A Clarke County woman was killed Monday afternoon after her vehicle left the roadway and overturned in Pickens County.

Tuscaloosa Sandwich And Pizza Shop Closes Doors For Good

The Station Sandwiches & Pizza has closed its doors after a little more than a year in business.