TPD Motorcycle Officer Injured + Magic Johnson Coming To Stillman College

Good morning, neighbors! It's the start of a new week, so get all caught up with us!

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

• TPD motorcycle officer injured.
• Magic Johnson coming to Stillman College.
• Boys & Girls Clubs new clubhouse.

First, a look at today's weather: Sunny and mild. High: 75 | Low: 46 🌞

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Our Shout Out for this Monday morning goes to the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Alabama after the nonprofit unveiled its new clubhouse at Jaycee Park. (Tuscaloosa Patch)

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🗞 Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa

1. TPD Motorcycle Officer Injured In Crash Saturday Night: Tuscaloosa Police Department motorcycle officer was injured in a collision with a vehicle Saturday evening following the Morgan Wallen concert. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
2. Stillman College Announces NBA Legend Magic Johnson As 2026 Commencement Speaker: Stillman College on Friday announced it will welcome NBA legend and business leader Earvin "Magic" Johnson as its 2026 commencement speaker. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
3. Local, State Leaders Unveil Improvements At Lake Lurleen State Park: Lake Lurleen State Park has officially reopened, with leaders unveiling a wide range of upgrades aimed at enhancing the experience for visitors. (Tuscaloosa Patch)
4. University of Alabama's Bama Blitz raises more than $1M: The funds raised are part of The Rising Tide 2.0 capital campaign, which is UA’s 10-year, $1.8 billion effort to enhance scholarships, faculty endowments, facilities and athletics. (Kendal Wright, WVUA 23 News)
5. Officials make major progress on crucial bridge link on Highway 82 in west Alabama: ALDOT has placed the final girders on what will soon be the new single bridge crossing Big Creek on Highway 82 in Coker. (Bryan Henry, WBRC Fox 6 News)

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