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R5's new album is notable, but the bigger news is the group came close to releasing an entirely different album as its second full-length effort.

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R5’S SECOND FULL-LENGTH ALBUM, “Sometime Last Night,” arrived last July.

A new album is notable, but the bigger news is the group came close to releasing an entirely different album as its second full-length effort.

The group, which is signed to Disney Music Group’s Hollywood Records and includes Ross Lynch, who stars as Austin Moon in the Disney Channel television sitcom, Austin & Ally, actually finished what it thought would be its second album, only to have second thoughts, according to bassist/singer Riker Lynch.

“We were finishing up and it didn’t quite feel right at the time,” Riker said in a recent phone interview. “We were like, just something is missing from it. We were like OK, we’re going to scrap it and start over.”

For a group that was only on its second album, it was a bold decision for the five band members – Ross, Riker, brother Rocky Lynch, sister Rydel Lynch and family friend Ellington Ratliff. They wanted to have a much bigger hand in the songwriting for the second album – something they didn’t get to do on their two previous Hollywood Records releases.

Both the 2013 EP, “Loud,” and the fulllength debut, “Louder” (released later that year), were largely written by Evan “Kidd” Bogart, Andrew Goldstein and Emanuel Kiriakou. That trio had writing credits on all 11 songs on “Louder” (with members of R5 pitching in on the songwriting on six of the 11 songs). Kiriakou (whose credits include David Archuleta, Selena Gomez and Hot Chelle Rae) executive produced the album, while Goldstein (whose resume includes writing and producing MKTO, Demi Lovato and Hot Chelle Rae) and Rocky Lynch shared production duties on the album.

This isn’t anything new, of course, since many top 40 and teen pop acts (that’s R5’s target audience) rely heavily on outside writers and producers to create their albums.

Riker said working with professionals like Bogart, Goldstein and Kiriakou was important at that stage of R5’s career.

“With ‘Louder,’ it was like our first album, so ‘Louder’ was an amazing learning experience,” Riker said. “We had to go through that. We had to have that album in order to get to where we are now because we didn’t know anything about recording an album.”

The second album originally had heavy involvement from outside writers and producers as well. But in deciding to shelve that first version of the second album, R5 went to its label and saying they wanted to take the creative lead in starting over on the second album.

The band got the green light, but with the understanding that the bar was being set high for what became the “Sometime Last Night” album.

“We had a meeting and we were like we feel like we just need to start over and do it ourselves, do more (of it) ourselves,” Riker said. “And the reaction was pretty good. It was a good like ‘OK, if you guys

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are going to do this, the only thing is it has to be as good or better than what you’re competing with’ because we had songs (for the original second album) that were written by Ryan Tedder or other big writers. So it was like if you’re going to write a song on your own, it has to be as good or better than OneRepublic or Maroon 5 or Walk The Moon. You’re competing with these extremely good bands, and you have to be at that level.”

That kind of directive could certainly put pressure on any group, especially one with just one full-length album to its credit. But if the four Riker siblings and Ratliff (that’s where the band name R5 comes from) were feeling any heat, it didn’t show during the writing process, which Riker described as spontaneous and natural.

Looking back, Riker thinks scrapping the first version of the second album was the best decision the group could have made at the time. It allowed R5 to demonstrate its songwriting skills and create an album in “Sometime Last Night” that better reflects the kind of rocking pop sound the group wants to create.

Songs like the anthemic mid-tempo track “Wild Hearts,” “Let’s Not Be Alone” and “I Know You Got Away” set the tone for “Sometime Last Night” with their bright and catchy vocal hooks, big, danceable beats and cheery energy. Meanwhile, the ballads “Repeating Days” and “Do It Again,” the Maroon 5-ish blend of funk, pop and soul on “Lightning Strikes” and the bouncy disco-ish “Dark Side” bring some welcome variety to the album.

The writing for “Sometime Last Night” was a genuine team effort for R5. In the group’s pre-Disney/Hollywood Records years, Riker and Rocky generally took the

The band got the green light, but with the understanding that the bar was being set high for what became the “Sometime Last Night” album. lead in songwriting, with some contributions from Ross. (R5 self-released the EP, “Ready Set Rock,” in 2010). The writing mix, though, changed on “Sometime Last Night.”

While Rocky generally continued to create the basic structures for songs, Ross and Ratliff took on major roles in writing vocal melodies and lyrics. Riker’s involvement was more limited because during this time he had a rather high-profile outside commitment.

“Ross really stepped it up melodically, (writing) really great melodies and catchy melodies and really interesting lyrics that you wouldn’t think of at the time,” Riker said. “The two of them (Rocky and Ross) working together, with Ellington a lot of the time – I was doing ‘Dancing With The Stars’ – they found something really organic and really natural and really special and tapped into it at the perfect time and crafted some really, really great songs.

And I would sort of come in toward the end of the songwriting process and be like ‘OK, this is all great, but this part isn’t good enough. Like we need to make this part better somehow.’ And I would help them in that area. I was sort of like the mediator and I would oversee the final product.”

As Riker mentioned, he was occupied

as a contestant on the popular ABC show “Dancing With The Stars” while “Sometime Last Night” was being written.

Riker and his brothers had some dance experience as members of the Rage Boyz Crew dance team on another television dance show, “So You Think You Can Dance,” in 2009. That experience didn’t hurt, as Riker and his partner on “Dancing With The Stars,” professional dancer Allison Holker, finished second on the show’s May 2015 finale.

Doing the show tested Riker more than he expected going into “Dancing With The Stars.”

“When I started it, I was like all right, I have some dance experience. I’ll be good,” he said. “But it’s so much harder than anybody even realizes. It’s insane how physical and mentally draining it is. It’s very, very difficult… But at the end of the day, it was so fun. And I love performing, and everybody there was so nice and so fun to be around. It was a great experience. I had a great time.”

Any dancing in public for Riker will now happen spontaneously on stage during R5’s winter tour. Don’t expect New Kids On The Block/Backstreet Boys-styled choreographed dance routines, though, as an R5 concert is first and foremost a rock show. This band’s set will lean heavily on songs from “Sometime Last Night,” with favorites from “Louder” and the “Loud” EP rounding out the selections.

“The live show for us is very, very important, and we really strive to be the best we possibly can be. I think our live show is really, really strong,” Riker said. “We put on a very energetic show. We really kind of come out going crazy and get everybody to go crazy with us.”

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upcake Red Velvet wine was unexpectedly excellent! From Livermore, CA the 2011 Cupcake Red Velvet is a blend of red varietals with a Zinfandel base. Released winter of 2012, it was harvested Sept. – Oct. 2011 and has an alcohol content of 13.5%.

According to the winemaker, the wine has “fantastic structure, aroma, depth of flavor and a long creamy finish. The grapes were harvested from some of the finest vineyards of California’s viticultural areas…”

APPEARANCE: In the glass, the wine showed a deep purple color and was very leggy in the glass.

AROMA The aroma characteristics were of red raspberries and a somewhat significant nose of alcohol was noticed. Definitely a youthful aroma, though not a strong precursor to the wine’s taste. Very aromatic, as well.

TASTE Tasting Cupcake Red Velvet revealed cocoa, blackberries and black cherry on the palate. This was the unexpected pleasant surprise, given the nose. This is a very smooth and easy drinking wine. Not dry at all.

Well balanced tannins were noted mainly on the front of the tongue and the mouthfeel reminded me of 2% milk. Creamy for a wine.

FINISH The finish was long and very enjoyable. As advertised, hints of coconut were present in the lingering finish. Additionally, there was no sting of alcohol on the breathe out which was another pleasant suprise from this wine.

Overall, I really enjoyed Cupcake Red Velvet. It’s a great sipper on its own and the Zinfandel base makes for a super smooth easy drinking wine. Pair with cheesecake.

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y wife and I just returned from a trip celebrating our one-year anniversary. It’s crazy to that all the people that read this article have been here through the first year of my marriage. Anyways, to celebrate we went to New Orleans for a few days and, of course, we did some drinking. New Orleans isn’t really considered a craft beer hotspot of sorts, but the beer scene there is rising and fast. One brewery that I particularly like is NOLA Brewing Company. NOLA doesn’t stand for New Orleans Louisiana, but instead, New Orleans Lagers and Ales; just a fun little fact that I like to pass along. Anyways, I tried one at the brewery that I had to take back home, because it is seriously one of the best beers I’ve had in a while. I bought a six-pack and man, have I enjoyed it since we got back especially coupled with this abnormally warm January weather. Here are my thoughts on the NOLA Brewing Company 7th Street Wheat.

The way that the 7th Street Wheat is made is quite interesting. This is no ordinary wheat beer, because it’s a crisp, refreshing beer that’s made with a plant that’s grown in backyards all over the city called lemon basil. It gives the beer an interesting component and also separates the beer from the astronomical number of wheat beers out there. It’s also named for the 7th Street Wharf that’s located directly across the street from the brewery.

I chose to drink this one out of the can, because I was outside on the porch enjoying the weather. When I got it on draught, the color was a super clear straw/yellow color with about a finger’s width of white fluffy head. The head also recedes quite quickly and leaves some nice lacing on the glass. The aromas are fairly neutral and not representative at all of the beautiful flavors. You pick up on the wheat and bready grains, but you can also pick up a few notes of citrus as well.

The flavor is where Heaven’s gates open up, because there is some serious flavor all packed in this unsuspecting beer. You pick up on a ton of grainy flavors in the front, but as you progress through each sip, you really start to get some of those citrusy notes. At the end of each sip, you can get a load of herbal notes that give you a very clean taste at the end, which is amazing.

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well and it pairs perfectly with the citrus flavors you get. This is one delicious beer and mixed with the heat in New Orleans, you could easily beat the heat with a few of these.

Mouthfeel is pretty on par with the style. It’s crisp and bright, but at the same time, there’s a bit of creaminess that comes out of left field and adds a ton to the body of the beer. It’s a full bodied wheat beer that doesn’t sit on your stomach or fill you up more than it should.

Overall, this bad boy hits on all cylinders, and because it’s such a unique recipe to a very boring style, it something that non-wheat beer fans can enjoy. I would definitely seek this one out again the next time I’m in New Orleans, and luckily for us, NOLA beer is distributed to Mobile, so you don’t even have to be in New Orleans to grab a six-pack. I can imagine myself on the beach with a cooler full of 7th Street Wheat, and not a care in the world. That sounds nice. Real nice.

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2016 DOUBLE EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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he Arts Council of Tuscaloosa is pleased to announce the winners (listed below) of the 2016 Double Exposure Juried Photography competition.

Open to photographers from the state of Alabama only, the annual event is now in its 13th year.

Artists were allowed to enter up to five works in either Adult or Junior categories, and any photographic media was accepted. 104 photos were chosen out of 395 entered.

Ad Kanyalak served as the judge for both the preliminary and final rounds of judging. He graduated with an MFA (Photography and Book Arts programs) from The University of Alabama in 2005 and 2008. Formerly an instructor of traditional photography and drawing at Shelton State Community College from 2005-2010, he is now working as an independent photographer and book artist.

Adult Division awards were contributed by Harrison Galleries of Tuscaloosa.

ADULT DIVISION: $500 Purchase Award: Brenda R. Miller, Birmingham, for “Ghost Cat”

$250 Awards of Excellence: Kay Alkire Brummal, Montgomery, for “In the Limelight” Mary Meares, Northport, for “Afternoon Sunlight” Graham Parker, Birmingham, for “Broken” Rick Shopfner, Tuscaloosa, for “Riding the Trojan Horse”

JUNIOR DIVISION: $250 Best of Show: Taylor Meadows, Montgomery, for “Peripheral Vision” $125 Awards of Excellence: Joe’l Bethany Brock, Birmingham, for “Double Bass Man” Clint Isom, Mountain Brook, for “Fractured” Amrita Lakhanpal, Birmingham, for “Perspective” Lindsey Sampson, Montgomery, for “Leaf” The Junior Division exhibit is currently on display at the Bama Theatre’s Junior League Gallery and will end with a closing reception and awards ceremony on Feb. 21, 2015 from 2-3 p.m. The Junior League Gallery is open weekdays from 9 a.m.noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. and also during Bama Theatre events. Enter through the PARA Building, located adjacent to the theatre, during daytime hours.

The Adult Division exhibit is currently on display at the The Arts Council Gallery in the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. An opening reception and awards ceremony will be held on Feb. 5 from 5 – 8 p.m. during First Friday with the exhibit closing on Feb. 26. The Arts Council Gallery is open weekdays from 9 a.m.noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

The Bama Theatre and Dinah Washington Cultural Center are located on the 600 block of Greensboro Avenue in downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council or Bama Theatre, patrons should LIKE the Facebook page “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” and follow tuscarts on Twitter. Call 205-758-5195 or visit tuscarts.orgfor further information.

“Afternoon Sunlight,” by Mary Meares

“Broken,”

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“Fractured,” by Clint Isom

“Ghost Cat,” by Brenda R. Miller

“Peripheral Vision,” by Taylor Meadows

“Leaf,”

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JAN 25-FEB 26 Double Exposure Adult Division Exhibit, Arts Council Gallery, DWCAC, Tuscaloosa NOW-FEB 26 Thomas Spake: The Phoenix Transformation, Glass & Light, Kentuck, Northport JAN 15-FEB 26 Fine Folk Art III exhibition, Shelby County Arts Council, Columbiana MAR 4-5 West Alabama Quilters Guild Biennial Quilt Show, Taylorville UMC, 640 Bear Creek Road, Tuscaloosa MAR 6 5th Street Vintage Market, Northport Farmers Market, Northport FEB 24-MAR 9 Anna Katherine Phipps MFA Exhibition | Aushrea Adams, Tanika Powers and Haylee Walker BFA Exhibition, Sella-Granata Art Gallery MAR 21-APR 8 BA Group Exhibition, Sella-Granata Art Gallery, UA MAR 10-APR 10 Selections from the Permanent Collection, Sarah Moody Gallery of Art APR 18-30 2016 Annual BFA Juried Exhibition, Harrison Galleries, Tuscaloosa (Reception APR 22) APR 18-MAY 3 Turner Williams MFA Exhibition | Celestia Morgan MA Exhibition, Sella-Granata Art Gallery NOW-MAY 15 Haitian Flags from the Cargo Collection, Birmingham Museum of Art APR 19-MAY 27 Faculty Biennial Exhibition, Sarah Moody Gallery of Art ANYTIME Stroll between galleries through our Woods Quad Sculpture Garden with five outdoor sculptures, plus other sculptures in adjoining campus lawns.

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Senator Richard Shelby Addresses Crowd at Chamber in Session U.S. Senator Richard Shelby addressed a packed house Monday at Embassy Suites in Tuscaloosa, during the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama’s annual Chamber in Session: Washington Update event.

Shelby, who has served in the U.S. Senate since 1987, began by addressing world issues, speaking on the need to stem the power of ISIS. “We live in a troubled and dangerous world,” Shelby said. “I wish we could bring democracy to that part of the world, but they’re not ready for it.”

Shelby went on to criticize the current administration, particularly the Iran nuclear agreement and the $5 trillion that will be added to the national debt this year. The presidential race will be pivotal, Shelby said. “People are frustrated, and rightly so. You have to decide – what kind of country do you want? This election will decide in what direction this country goes.”

Chamber in Session: Washington Update is just one event in a series of locallyheld events that feature presentations by state officials and legislators. “Events like this Chamber in Session, and other opportunities the Chamber provides the community to interact with our legislators, are critical to insuring that our voices are heard and that those in Washington and Montgomery are reminded of the issues that are important to those of us in at home in West Alabama,” said Blake Madison, Vice Chair, Public Policy and Advocacy for the Chamber. “We are very blessed to have legislators, like Senator Shelby, who want our input and are willing to have a dialogue with us on important issues.”

Following an informal question and answer session, Sen. Shelby opened a dialogue with other officials at the event. Rep. Bill Poole shared the results of the latest session, noting the Alabama House of Representatives had achieved a balanced budget. Mayor Walt Maddox of Tuscaloosa gave a transportation update, and Mayor Bobby Herndon of Northport told the audience the city’s finances are in excellent shape.

The next Chamber public policy event is the Montgomery Drive-In, scheduled for March 1 and 2. This annual event involves local business leaders and elected officials meeting with the Governor and members of the state’s legislative delegation.

Crimson Village, a Senior Living Community, served as the Presenting Sponsor for Chamber in Session: Washinton Update. Gold Sponsor for the event was Embassy Suites Downtown Tuscaloosa. Silver Sponsors were Cintas and TekLinks. The Bronze Sponsor was Raymond James.

New Class of Ambassadors Join Program Veterans The Chamber Ambassador program is an active group of volunteers designed to bridge the current active membership and new members with the services provided by the Chamber. Chamber Ambassadors welcome new members to the Chamber and share ways to get the most out of their membership through an informal mentor relationship.

Ambassadors assist with ground breakings, ribbon cuttings and monthly Business After Hours, serve as greeters at most Chamber events and help foster good will among the membership. The Ambassador program provides a great networking experience for its participants and has proven to be a creative resource for the development of future Chamber leaders.

Current Chamber Ambassadors: Justin Bittle, Exceed Technologies; Shawn Blackmon, Stillman College; Tabitha Bostick, WVUA TV; Blake Boyd, Ryan Powell Allstate Agency; Andrew Brislin, Bank of Tuscaloosa, Cheryl Burrell-Smith, Tuscaloosa Public Library; Lindsey Case, Capstone Bank; Rachel Castille, Jim ‘N Nick’s BBQ; Mary Catherine Heritage, Award Company of America; Jeff Cole, RiverFall Credit Union; Kirk Cornelius, West Alabama Bank; Chris Crawford, Walker Associates, Inc.; Chad Davis, RiverFall Credit Union; Daphanee Dean, Embassy Suites Downtown Tuscaloosa; Terrance Dedrick, Raymond James; Sheneka Frieson, DCH Health System; Veronica Giles, Bail Bonds Express Agency Inc.; Jheovanny Gomez, Jalapenos Mexican Grill; Kayla Griffin, Turner & Webb, P.C.; Chris Gunter, Buffalo Rock Company/Pepsi-Cola; Sarah Halliday, The Tuscaloosa News; Amanda Hare, al.com; Estella Hare, AFFLINK; Denise Hayes, J. Marland Hayes, LLC; Jennifer Hayes, University of Alabama Division of Student Affairs; Wade Langer, The Belief Experiment; Crystal Lovorn, Renasant Bank;Keren McElvy, Rosen Harwood, P.A.; Jordan Morris, Ward Scott Architecture; Sam Phillips, Regions Bank; Garrett Powe, First South Farm Credit; Thomas Powe, Randall Reilly; Jasmine Rainey, Home2Suites-Tuscaloosa; CJ Richardson, Core Focus Personnel, LLC; Jacobi Robertson, Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports; Matthew Sandiford, Alabama Central Credit Union; Gabby Satterberg, Chick-fil-A at Tuscaloosa South;Heather Shipley, Bryant Bank; Annette Smallwood, Chick-fil-A of Northport; Betty Standford, DayStar Family Church; Jennifer Taylor, City of Tuscaloosa; Justin Vinson, Taco Mama; Jaela Walker, Checkpoint Marketing, Inc.; Amanda Waller, Tuscaloosa’s One Place, Inc.; June Wyatt, DCH Health System.

Black Warrior Dental Center Adopts Northington Elementary Northington Elementary has a NEW adopter in Black Warrior Dental Center! Dr. Adrian Rowe has graciously agreed to join Cadence Bank in supporting the school through various activities. All of the partners met for a tour of the school and a planning session last week. Pictured left to right are: Irma Gore, school coordinator, Dr. Rowe, Sarah McFarland of Cadence, and Principal Ingrid Edwards. Dr. Rowe is a new Chamber member who opened his practice, located at 535 Jack Warner Parkway NE in Tuscaloosa, just a few months ago. We really appreciate him stepping up and getting involved in our program. It will be a win-win experience! Visit www.blackwarriordentalcenter.com to learn more.

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LEMON WATER: WHAT'S ALL THE HYPE ABOUT?

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nfusing water with lemon or simply adding it to a beverage has become very popular thing to do and a trending topic of discussion. If you order water a restaurant they always ask if you want a lemon with it, but you probably never thought a thing about it, right? So why now has it become a recent health craze? I have heard everything from how it should be the first thing you drink in the morning and before you go to bed, people claiming it to be the reason for their weight loss, and curing all kinds of illnesses. Because of all this talk people are starting to do the whole lemon water, as it is an easy thing to add to your diet and routine and not heavy on the checkbook like most health benefits. So is it really all it is talked up to be just the newest health fad that will die out soon?

After looking at the make up of lemons, they are loaded with vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, calcium, iron, potassium, fiber, and magnesium. Who would have thought these tangy fruits would be so nutrient packed? Science has shown that lemons really are a super food but before were just not a popular one due to their sour taste and have sort of been overlooked over the years. One warning I have read after doing my research is to drink lemon water through a straw because the acidity can be hard on the enamel of your teeth. It is suggested to fully receive the benefits; it should be consumed first thing in the morning,

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30 minutes before you have breakfast.

Below are some of the benefits I have researched about that actually make sense with science to prove it.

DETOXIFICATION Lemons aid in healthy digestion by loosening the toxins along the gastrointestinal tract, which can help relieve symptoms like indigestion, bloating, and gas.

Lemons stimulate the liver enhancing enzyme function to remove toxins.

ENHANCES THE IMMUNE SYSTEM Vitamin C is crucial to keep our immune system working properly and lemons are full of it. The amount of Vitamin C is one of the first things to plummet when we are stressed, and that is why research recommends extra doses either through food or a supplement on those stressful days or situations to help keep the immune system up.

WEIGHT LOSS Lemons contain pectin, which is a type of plant fiber found in many fruits.

Pectin gives you that full feeling and helps curb your appetite so you don’t eat as much throughout the day. Also, if you are consciously drinking lemon water throughout the day you will stay hydrated which will decrease the likelihood of fatigue and headaches.

I had to do a lot of research to write this article honestly because I have heard so many different things about lemon juice. All good things of course but I wanted to make sure the benefits I discussed were backed by some kind of scientific explanation. You might be thinking about jumping on the lemon water bandwagon if you are not already. If so, it is recommended to squeeze about a half a lemon into a big glass of water and it be can diluted down to your personal taste preference.

The Waysider 1512 Greensboro Ave // 345.8239 Open for breakfast and lunch. Smoke free.

Evangeline’s 1653 McFarland Blvd. North // 752.0830 Located in the Tuscaloosa Galleria. 2004 West Alabama Tourism Award Winning Restaurant. American Eclectic Cuisine. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: Tues–Sat 5 p.m. until... Fall: Saturday Brunch.

FIVE Bar 2324 6th Street. // 205.345.6089 A restaurant/bar based on simplicity. We offer 5 entrees, 5 red wines, 5 white wines, 5 import beers, 5 domestic, and 5 signature cocktails, to go along with our full liquor bar.

Dinner: Sunday - Thursday 5-10; Friday and Saturday 5-12 Lunch: Friday and Saturday 11-3; Sunday Jazz Brunch: 10-3 five-bar.com; 205.345.6089 Kozy’s 3510 Loop Road E | near VA Medical Center // 556.4112 Great locally-sourced foods and live piono music on the weekends. |killionrestaurants.com/kozys/ The Side by Side Restaurant 2410 University Blvd. | Embassy Suites | 561-2500 thesidebysiderestaurant.com

JAPANESE

Benkei Japanese Steak House 1223 McFarland Blvd // 759-5300 Hours: Mon–Thurs 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Fri–Sat 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Bento Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 1306 University Blvd // 758.7426 Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant 607 15th Street Open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Ichiban Japanese Grill & Sushi 502 15th Street // 752.8844 Tokyo Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar 6521 Hwy 69 S | Hillcrest Center // 366.1177 Offers steak, seafood, tempura, teriyaki and sushi. Including cooking at your table, if you choose. Sun–Thurs 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fri & Sat 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.

MEXICAN Chipotle Mexican Grill

Kobe Steak House 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 759-1400 Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Sat & Sun 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Don Tono's 2312 4th Street | Temerson Square // 345.9191

Broadway Pizzeria 2880 Rice Mine Road Northeast Tuscaloosa, // 391.6969

El Mariachi 3520 McFarland Blvd E |Tuscaloosa // 409-8585

DePalma’s Italian Cafe 2300 University Blvd, Downtown // 759.1879 Menu ranges from sanwiches to finer pasta dishes and pizza.

Varied beer and wine selection.

Hours: Mon–Thurs 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. www.depalmascafe.com

1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0140 www.chipotle.com

El Rincon (2 locations) 1225 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 366.0855 1726 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 330.1274 Fernando's Mexican Grill 824 McFarland Blvd E | Northport // 205.331.4587 Iguana Grill 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 752.5895

ITALIAN

Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.345.4343

Jalapeno’s Mexican Grill 2001 New Watermelon Rd | Northport // 342.3378

Mellow Mushroom 2230 University Blvd // 758.0112 Pizzas, calzones, hoagies and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. www.mellowmushroom.com

LaGran Fiesta 9770 Hwy 69 S // 345.8871

Mr. G’s 908 McFarland Blvd N | Northport // 339-8505

Los Calientes Mexican Grill 3429 McFarland Blvd E // 553.1558

Olive Garden 2100 McFarland Blvd E // 750-0321 Open daily from 11 a.m. | www.olivegarden.com

Los Tarascos (2 locations) 1759 Skyland Blvd // 553.8896 3380 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 330.0919 Margarita's Grill 1241 McFarland Blvd E // 343.0300 Moe’s Southwest Grill (2 locations) 2330 McFarland Blvd E // 342.1487 1130 University Blvd // 752.0234 moes.com Pepito’s (2 locations) 1203 University Blvd | The Strip // 391.9028 1301 McFarland Blvd NE // 391.4861 Taco Mama 2104 A University Blvd, Tuscaloosa // 409.8173

FINE DINING

Chuck’s Fish 508 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 248.9370 Monday - Thursday 5-10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday 5-11 p.m. Steak, seafood, & sushi specialities. Daily specials: Monday - $20 Bottles of Wine; Tuesday - Ladies Night 1/2 off Domestic Beer and House Wine, Select $5 Martinis, $2 off Select Sushi Rolls for Everyone; Uptown Wednesday - $6 Uptown Shrimp; Featured Cocktails and $20 Bottles of Wine.

Cypress Inn 501 Rice Mine Rd // 345.6963 Fax: 345.6997 | www.cypressinnrestaurant.com 2003 Restaurant of Distinction. Beautiful riverfront location.

Steaks, seafood and more with Southern flavor. Wine list, full bar. Specialities of the house include Shrimp Cypress Inn and Smoked Chicken with white barbecue sauce. Kid friendly. Closed Saturday lunch. Mike Spiller is featured the first Thursday of every month. Happy Hour- Mon-Fri from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. featuring 1/2 price appetizers. $2 Domestic Draft Beers and $3 Well cocktails.

Epiphany Cafe 19 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 344.5583 “New American cuisine” with a strong emphasis on local produce, organic meats, and sustainable seafood. The menu is always changing and features include an extensive wine list, a large vibrant bar and martini lounge area, as well as patio seating. Reservations are available online at epiphanyfinedining.com or through open table. Hours: Mon–Sat 5 p.m. - until

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Avenue Pub 405 23rd Avenue // Tuscaloosa Brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Specialty cocktails, local pints, bottled beer, and wine.

Mon - Fri. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sat. Noon – 11 p.m., Sun.Noon p.m. – 9 p.m.

Big Daddy’s Cafe 514 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 759.9925 The Blue Plate Restaurant (Was Northport Diner) 450 McFarland Blvd, Northport // 462-3626 Brumfield's Restaurant 4851 Rice Mine Road | Tue. - Thu.: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Fri - Sat.: 11 a.m. 10 p.m., and Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Buddy’s Ribs & Steaks 2701 Bridge Ave | Northport // 339.4885 Buffalo Wild Wings 2710 McFarland Blvd // 523.0273 Mon–Wed 11 a.m. - midnight | Thurs–Sat 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Chicken Salad Chick The Shoppes at Midtown & Essex Square, Northport | Said to be the very best chicken salad that can be found anywhere. www. chickensaladchick.com Chili’s 1030 Skyland Blvd | Near McFarland Mall // 750.8881 Fax: 758.7715 // www.chilis.com Dave’s Dogs 1701 McFarland Blvd E | University Mall // 722.2800 Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0575 www.fiveguys.com Glory Bound Gyro Company 2325 University Blvd // 349-0505 Glory Bound Gyro Company is a unique restaurant that focuses on great food and service in a funky, fun-filled atmosphere.

Open Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm | Fri - Sat: 11am-10pm | Sun: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

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Heritage House 700 Towncenter | Northport // 758.0042 Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Hooligan’s 1915 University Blvd // 759.2424 From hamburgers to hummus. Open daily 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Horny's 508 Red Drew Ave | Tuscaloosa // 345.6869 Mon 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. | Tues-Thurs 11 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Fri 11 a.m. - 3 a.m. | Sat 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.

New Orleans style atmosphere in the heart of Tuscaloosa on the strip. Horny's offerings include a full liquor bar, beer, and a variety of classic American food. Horny's Bar and Grill offers a limited late night menu from 1:30 a.m. - 2:30 a.m.

Southern Ale House 1530 McFarland Blvd N Monday-Thursday 11a-9p, Friday-Saturday 11a-10p Sunday Brunch 11a-2p A warm and inviting restaurant just north of the river with both classic and contemporary interpretations of Southern Cuisine. We boast a large variety of local craft beers on tap and other options in bottle for our beer loving constituents. Wine and Signature cocktails Southland Restaurant 5388 Skyland Blvd E // 556.3070 Steaks, chops and home-cooked vegetables Mon–Fri 10:45 a.m. - 9 p.m.

T-Town Café 500 14th Street, Tuscaloosa | 759-5559 |www.ttowncafe.co Mon - Fri: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat: 5 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Logan's Roadhouse 1511 Skyland Blvd E // 349.3554

Tacogi 500 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 342.3647

Madear’s 1735 Culver Road // 343.7773 Mon–Fri 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 2nd & 3rd Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuscaloosa Burger & Seafood Company 1014 7th Ave. | Tuscaloosa // 764.1976 Over 160 craft beers.

Tue. - Thu 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Large selection of decadent desserts.

Mugshots Grill & Bar 511 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 391.0572 Great burgers & sandwiches. Unique setting, full service bar, veggie entrees, kid friendly, and open late www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com Newk’s Express Cafe 205 University Blvd. East // 758.2455 Fax: 758.2470 // www.newkscafe.com Express casual dining experience in a refreshing and stylish atmosphere. Serving fresh tossed salads, oven baked sandwiches, California style pizzas and homemade cakes from Newk’s open kitchen. Sun–Wed 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Thurs–Sat 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

O’Charley’s 3799 McFarland Blvd // 556.5143 Open daily lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch // www.ocharleys.com Panera Bread 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 366.8780 www.panerabread.com Piccadilly Cafeteria 1701 McFarland Blvd E | University Mall // 556.4960 www.piccadilly.com Quick Grill 1208 University Blvd | The Strip // 342.0022 www.bamaquickgrill.com Ruby Tuesday (2 locations) 6421 Interstate Drive | Cottondale // 633.3939 Just off I-20/59 at exit 77. Near Hampton Inn and Microtel Inn 311 Merchants Walk | Northport // 345.4540 www.rubytuesdays.com Ryan’s 4373 Courtney Dr // 366.1114 Near Marriott Courtyard and Fairfield Inn Sitar Indian Cuisine 500 15th St // 345-1419

Moe's BBQ 101 15th Street | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 752.3616 Mon-Sat 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Bar open until 2 a.m., 3 a.m. on Fridays Mugshots Grill & Bar 511 Greensboro Ave // 391.0572 Great burgers. Full service bar. Open late. www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com Tuscaloosa Burger & Seafood Company 1014 7th Ave. | Tuscaloosa // 764.1976 Over 160 craft beers.

Tue. - Thu 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Large selection of decadent desserts Wilhagan’s 2209 4th St | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 366.0913

Zoe’s Kitchen 312 Merchants Walk // 344.4450 A wonderful selection of Greek foods

Wings U 1800 McFarland Blvd East Suite 218 | Pick-up Tuscaloosa // 561.3984 Features the first coal-fired pizza oven in Alabama. Owned by former UA/Miami Dolphins great Bob Baumhower. Completely open concept! www.wingsu.com WingZone 1241 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 342.2473

BARBEQUE

SPORTS GRILL Baumhower's Wings of Tuscaloosa

500 Harper Lee Drive | catering-Pick-up Tuscaloosa // 556.5858 | Always fresh and always fun. Owned by former UA/ Miami Dolphins great Bob Baumhower. Kid Friendly Buffalo Phil’s 1149 University Blvd | The Strip // 758.3318 Sports grille with TVs galore. Diverse beer and wine selection, full bar Billy's Sports Grill Historic Downtown Northport // 879.2238 Good food, beverages and family friendly Monday through Wednesday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. till 9 p.m. (Sunday Brunch 10:30am-3pm).

Buffalo Wild Wings 2710 McFarland Blvd. East | Tuscaloosa // 523.0273 Sports grille with TVs galore. Diverse beer and wine, full bar Champs Sports Grille 320 Paul Bryant Drive | inside Four Points Sheraton Hotel // 752.3200 Breakfast and lunch buffets. Sunday brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hooter’s 5025 Oscar Baxter Dr | Next to Jameson Inn // 758.3035 Wings, clams, shrimp and of course the Hooters Girls www.hooters.com

Innisfree Irish Pub 1925 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 345.1199

Archibald & Woodrow's BBQ 4215 Greensboro Ave | Tuscaloosa // 331.4858 Mon-Sat 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Sun lunch Bama BBQ & Grill 3380 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 333.9816 Dickey's BBQ (3 locations) 9770 Alabama 69; Midtown; and 13544 Hwy 43 North at Rose Blvd. in Northport. Texas Barbecue. | 344.6500 1800 McFarland Blvd, Midtown Village, Tuscaloosa. | 758-1133 13544 Hwy 43 North, Winn Dixie Shopping Center, Northport. | 330-1147 Dreamland (2 locations) 5535 15th Ave | Tuscaloosa // 758.8135 101 Bridge Ave | Northport // 343.6677 The legend. On game day, get there early if you want to make kickoff. Seating is limited. Hours: Mon–Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Sun 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Hick’s BBQ 4400 Fayette Hwy // 339.3678 // Tues–Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Moe's Original BBQ 2101 University Blvd.. // 752.3616 Mon–Sat 11am - 10pm | Bar service Mon-Sat 2am and Fri -3am | Kitchen closes at 10pm

Pottery Grill (2 locations) Highway 11 | Cottondale // 554.1815 3420 Alabama 69 | Northport // 333.5848 Menu: thepotterygrill.com Awesome barbecue. The Pottery Grill serves up everything from pork, chicken, ribs and sausage to burgers, hot dogs and salads.

Take-out and catering available.

Tee’s Ribs and Thangs 1702 10th Avenue // 366.9974 |11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily

STEAKS

Logan’s Roadhouse 1511 Skyland Blvd | next to Sams // 349.3554 Steaks, ribs and spirits Longhorn Steakhouse 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 345-8244 #412 New Orleans Steak and Seafood House 824 McFarland Boulevard |11:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. daily.

248-7666 Nick's In the Sticks 4018 Culver Rd | Tuscaloosa // 758.9316 A long-time Tuscaloosa tradition.

Good steaks at a reasonable price Try a Nicodemus if you have a designated driver.

Outback Steakhouse 5001 Oscar Baxter Dr // 759.9000

SEAFOOD

Chuck’s Fish 508 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 248.9370 Monday - Thursday 5-10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday 5-11 p.m. Steak, seafood, & sushi specialities. Daily specials.

New Orleans Steak and Seafood House 824 McFarland Blvd |11:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. daily. // 248-7666 Red Lobster 2620 McFarland Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.553.8810 Sun-Thurs 11AM-10PM//Fri & Sat 11AM-11PM Reservations Accepted Take-Out Available Private Dining Area Available for Advanced Booking (Lunch Specials Available Mon-Fri 11AM-3PM) Tuscaloosa Burger & Seafood Company 1014 7th Ave. | Tuscaloosa // 764.1976 Tue. - Thu 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Over 160 craft beers. Large selection of decadent desserts.

The Levee Bar and Grill 1 Bridge Ave | Northport // 632.3136 Casual riverfront dining Hours: Mon-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-10 PM, Sun 10:30 AM-3 PM (Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 2 PM-6 PM) leveebarandgrill.com

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CHINESE

Little Caesars Pizza 1414 10th Ave // 366.2220 | 1www.littlecaesars.com

Buffet City 1747 Skyland Blvd E // 553.3308 All you can eat buffet. Open 7 days a week.

Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. // 345.4354

Chang’s Chinese Restaurant 1825 McFarland Blvd N // 391.9131

Mellow Mushroom 2230 University Blvd | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 758.0112

China Fun 2600 University Blvd | Alberta City // 553.2435

Subs n' You 2427 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.758.0088

Chongwah Express 1425 McFarland Boulevard, Northport. 333-1088

Roly Poly Sandwiches 2300 4th Street | Tuscaloosa // 366.1222

Hot Wok Express 6751 Alabama 69, Tuscaloosa // 758.0148

The Pita Pit 1207 University Blvd | The Strip // 345.9606 Hours: Mon–Sat 10:30 a.m. - 3 a.m. | Sun 11:30 a.m. - midnight

Lee Palace 6521 Highway 69 S // 391.9990 / Open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Pizza 120 50115th St. East | 561.6853

Mr. Chen's Authentic Chinese Cooking & Oriental Market 514 14th St. | In the Oz Music shopping center // 343.6889 // Open Sun - Thu 11am - 9pm, Fri & Sat 11am - 9:30pm

Pizza Palace Buffet 6521 Alabama 69 | 752.5444 Tut’s Place 1306 University Blvd | The Strip // 759.1004

Pearl Garden 2719 Lurleen Wallace Blvd | Northport // 339.0880

DELICATESSEN

Peking Chinese Restaurant 1816 McFarland | Northport // 333.0361 Open 7 days a week. Super lunch and dinner buffet.

Hours: Sun–Thurs 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Honeybaked Ham Company 421 15th St. E // 345.5508 //www.honeybaked.com Jason’s Deli 2300 McFarland Blvd // 752.6192 Fax: 752.6193 // www.jasonsdeli.com Located in the Meadowbrook Shopping Center.

Swen Chinese Restaurant 1130 University Blvd | The Strip // 391.9887 Trey Yuen 4200 McFarland Blvd E // 752.0088

PIZZA AND SUBS

A Taste Of Chicago 1700 Greensboro Avenue 205-342-DOGS Mon. - Thurs. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

17th Street and Greensboro Avenue. Authentic Chicago style foods.

Italian Beef Sandwiches, Chicago Rib Tips, and Chicago Style Pizza.

California Underground 13552 Highway 43, Northport | 339.8660 Firehouse Subs 1130 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 248.0680 Hungry Howie’s (2 locations) 1105 Southview Ln | South Tuscaloosa // 345.6000 1844 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 333.2633 1211 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa | The Strip // 366.1500 4851 Rice Mine Rd | Northriver/Holt // 345.3737 Lenny’s Sub Shop 220 15th St // 752.7450 // Fax: 752.7481 // www.lennys.com

Jimmy John’s (3 locations) 1400 University Blvd | The Strip // 366.3699 1875 McFarland Blvd N | Northport // 752.7714 815 Lurleen B. Wallace S | Tuscaloosa // 722.2268 Delivery 7 days a week. www.jimmyjohns.com Manna Grocery & Deli 2300 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 752.9955 McAlister’s Deli (2 locations) 101 15th St | Tuscaloosa // 758.0039 3021 Tyler Dr | Northport // 330.7940 Sandwiches, salads and spuds www.mcalistersdeli.com Momma Goldberg’s Deli 409 23rd Ave // 345.5501 |www.mommagoldbergs.com Newk's 205 University Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 758.2455 Schlotsky’s Deli 405 15th St. E // 759.1975 // schlotskys.com Which Wich University Blvd.// Downtown Tuscaloosa // Mon – Sat 10:30 – 9 // Sunday 11 – 7 // Fresh ingredients, great sandwiches. 764.1673

ASIAN CUISINE

Ruan Thai 1407 University Blvd // 391.9973 | ruanthaituscaloosa.com Exotic Thai cuisine. Offers vegetarian options, outdoor dining, and a full bar. Sushi on Thursdays. Lunch: Mon–Sat 11 a.m. -2 p.m. | Dinner: Mon–Thurs 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fri & Sat 5 p.m. -10pm | Sun 11 a.m. -3 p.m.

Surin of Thailand 1402 University Blvd // 752.7970 Authentic Thai restaurant and sushi bar. Open daily.

Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. www.surinofthailand.com

Mary's Cakes & Pastries 412 22nd Avenue | behind Opus | Northport // 345.8610 www.maryscakesandpastries.com Mon–Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Sat 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Smoothie King (2 locations) 415 15th Street | Tuscaloosa // 349.1721 Fax: 349.1945 1403 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 462.3664 Sweet CeCe's Frozen yogurt Treats 2217 University Blvd. | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 561.6458 A fun and friendly make your own creation, yogurt experience!

COFFEE SHOP Barnes & Noble

TCBY (3 Locations) 2304 Mcfarland Blbd | Meadowbrook Shopping Center // 349.4661 // 2 Mcfarland Blvd | Northport | Essex Shopping Center // 758.6855 // 1130 Univ. Blvd. | The Strip // 345.0804

Five Java Coffee, fresh juices, smoothies and treats from Mary's Cakes.

Open Monday - Saturday at 7am; 9am on Sundays

Yogurt In Love Patriot Center 7402 Highway 69 South Phone Number: 764.9173 Fax Number: 764.9228 Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday 11 a.m.-10 pm.

Heritage House 700 Towncenter | Northport // 758.0042 Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Yogurt Lab 920 Paul W. Bryant Dr Ste 200 | Tuscaloosa // 347.9522

Krispy Kreme Doughnut 1400 McFarland Blvd // 758.6913 //www.krispykreme.com

Yogurt Mountain 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 342.1484 Mon–Thurs 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. - midnight

1800 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 349.6366

Starbucks (2 locations) 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 343.2468 1901 13th Ave East | inside Super Target // 462.1064 starbucks.com

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heatre Tuscaloosa will host a preshow lecture prior to The Glass Menagerie on Friday, February 19, at 6:15 p.m. in the Alabama Power Recital Hall, just off the lobby of the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus of Shelton

State Community College.

Dr. Andrew Crank, a professor of Southern literature and culture at The University of Alabama, will give a synopsis of The Glass Menagerie, discuss the historical and literary significance, and explore the autobiographical elements of the play.

Dr. Crank was born in Memphis, Tennessee and was often travelling between Tennessee and Louisiana during his childhood. He earned his undergraduate degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and received several graduate degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Dr. Crank’s research focuses on the representations of class, race, and sexuality in Southern culture and literature. He has written several books analyzing the works of some of the South’s most renowned writers, such as Sam Shepard, William Faulkner, and James Agee, as well as a novel peering into the lenses of film and

identifying what he has coined “Southsploitation.”

The pre-show lecture is free and open to the public. However, seating is limited and will be done on a first-comefirst-served basis. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and Dr. Crank will speak from 6:15 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with The Glass Menagerie following at 7:30 p.m. A ticket to the play is not required to attend the lecture.

The Glass Menagerie will run February 12-21, 2016, in the Bean-Brown Theatre on the Martin Campus of Shelton State Community College. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturday, February 13. Matinee performances will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sundays, Wednesday, and Saturday, February 20. A pay-whatyou-can dress rehearsal will be presented on Thursday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m., all proceeds of which will benefit the Charlie Dennis Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for seniors (60+)

and members of the military, and $12 for students and children. Special rates are available in advance for groups of ten or more.

Tickets and information are available at www.theatretusc.com or 205.391.2277.

In association with Margot Astrachan and Michael Rubenstein

February 16–20 Tickets at 205.348.3400 or theatre.ua.edu

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ebster’s Dictionary defines the word ‘revenant’ as “one that returns after death or a long absence.” This word summarizes accurately the adversity that Oscar-nominated actor Leonardo DiCaprio as Hugh Glass confronts in “Birdman” director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s “The Revenant," an unforgettable frontier yarn set in early 1820’s America. Struggling against virtually insuperable odds to stay alive after a mama bear mauls him, Hugh Glass watches in horror when his own comrades abandon him for dead. Glass’ mind-boggling battle for survival occurred during an ill-fated trapping expedition in what is now South Dakota. Grizzly not only describes the formidable female bear that attacks Glass, but also the obstacles that Glass must conquer during his desperate fight to get back to civilization and wreak vengeance. Although this beautifully-lensed movie is based in part on Michael Punke’s 2002 novel, the real Hugh Glass was a celebrated contemporary of fellow mountain men Jedediah Smith and Grizzly Adams. Glass led an adventurous life as a smuggler, ship’s captain, pirate, frontiersman, trapper, fur trader, hunter, and explorer. Oscar-nominated Mexican director Iñárritu dwells on this chapter of Glass’ extraordinary life, and he surrounds DiCaprio with a brawny supporting cast. You’ve never seen “The Wolf of Wall Street” like you see him in “The Revenant,” and the closest DiCaprio movie to feature such a dreadful predicament is the historical French costume drama “The Man in the Iron Mask.” Tom Hardy, who played both Max in “Mad Max Fury Road” and Bane in “The Dark Knight Rises,” makes a despicable villain that you will abhor with a passion. The majestic scenery that serves as a backdrop for this epic journey makes the hero and the villain seem larger-than-life as they negotiate a landscape rife with peril. Iñárritu spent nine months shooting “The Revenant” in chronological order at a variety of scenic locations in British Columbia, Montana, San Francisco, and finally Argentina. Oscar-nominated cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki and he shot this masterpiece using only natural light to heighten the authenticity.

As “The Revenant” unfolds, Captain Andrew Henry (Domhnall Gleeson of “Ex Machina”) of the Rocky Mountain Trading Company has hired Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio of “Inception”) to serve as a scout for a fur trapping expedition. Things take a turn for the worse early on as savage Arikara Indians attack their camp.

Many of the trappers die in the fracas, and Glass suggests that they return to their Fort Kiowa headquarters by an overland route. John Fitzgerald (Tom Hardy of “Lawless”), a thoroughly obnoxious trapper from Texas, hates the idea, but he

goes along reluctantly with it. Meantime, while he is out foraging for food, Glass spots two bawling bear cubs and then sees their aggressive mother. This pugnacious bear launches herself at Glass and turns him every which way but loose.

Mind you, Glass manages to squeeze off one shot from his single-shot rifle before the bear tears into him and devastates our hero with her six-inch razor-sharp claws.

Eventually, the wounded bear succumbs to Glass’ bullet, and our hero finishes the beast off with a huge knife. Captain Henry orders his men build a stretcher for Glass, but the expedition halts when the terrain prevents them from carrying Glass any farther. Moreover, the woebegone Glass appears in such ghastly condition that Henry feels certain he will die. He promises extra pay to anybody who will stick around until Glass dies and give him a Christian burial. Fitzgerald and Jim Bridger (Will Poulter of “The Maze Runner”) both volunteer to stay with Glass until the inevitable. Naturally, Glass’ Pawnee Indian son Hawk (newcomer Forrest Goodluck) refuses to desert his dad.

Eventually, Fitzgerald grows impatient with Glass when he doesn’t die. Not only does he kill Hawk, but also he tries to bury Glass alive. Fearing for his own life, Bridger accommodates Fitzgerald’s disloyalty. Miraculously, Glass survives and embarks upon an incredible journey to reach civilization and pay back Fitzgerald for his treachery.

For the record, “The Revenant” is the third movie about Glass’s astonishing exploits. The first movie was “Vanishing Point” director Richard C. Sarafian’s “Man in the Wilderness” (1971) with Irish actor Richard Harris as the resilient hunter who lived through a bear attack, but his

fellow trappers left him behind to die in isolation. While the character that Harris portrayed in “Man in the Wilderness” was called Zachary Bass, the Bass character was based largely on Hugh Glass and his legendary exploits. “Man in the Wilderness” ranks as an above-average adventure narrative, but it isn’t half as good as Iñárritu’s “The Revenant.” Far more abysmal is the hopelessly inferior “Apache Blood” (1975), the second cinematic account of Glass’s grizzly encounter. Vern Piehl spread himself too thin as producer, director, and cinematographer on this mediocre reenactment. In Piehl’s saddlesore cavalry versus the Indians saga, a veteran army scout named Sam Glass tangles with a bear and emerges the worse for wear. “Man in the Wilderness” simulated the bear attack with an actual bear wrestling with its trainer. In the amateurish “Apache Blood,” the bear attacks the scout as he is refilling his canteen.

The actor gropes somebody in a bear

costume. The mauling in “The Revenant” looks far more realistic despite the conspicuous CGI work involved behind the scenes to replicate the savage event. Primarily, “Man in the Wilderness,” “Apache Blood,” and “The Revenant” follow the same plotline. Our indestructible protagonist suffers at the claws of a furious mama bear, and everybody deems him dead for the long haul. Punke’s novel as well as all three films follow the plot up to that point.

In all four adaptations, Glass’s companions betray him. Villainous Percy Herbert betrayed Richard Harris in “Man in the Wilderness.” Cowardly cavalry troopers left Glass to fend for himself in “Apache Blood.” Tom Hardy displays no loyalty to DiCaprio in “The Revenant.” Occasionally, the action slows down because our protagonist wanders alone in desolation.

Nevertheless, “The Revenant” qualifies as a stunning film that deserves all twelve of its Oscar nominations.

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SMOKEY // YOU'RE BEST BUD Smokey is a one-year-old male Terrier mix. He has a scruffy black and tan coat and is mostly legs, weighing about 20 pounds, and this is full-grown. Smokey was pulled from our local animal shelter, where he was surrendered by his owner due to landlord issues. He was immediately adopted out with another dog.

Smokey, however, had a tendency to dig out of their fence and roam.

This really concerned the owners, but they thought they could contain him.

Unfortunately, about 2 months ago he got out again, was hit by a car and broke a leg. The owners took care of him and he is good as new, but they feel he needs a home where he can’t get out or is inside most of the time and supervised or on a leash when outside for an extended period of time. Smokey is a great little dog! He is very social, great with children, and loves attention. He is good with other dogs and loves to play. He will make a wonderful family pet. Smokey should be fine in an apartment, as long as he gets daily exercise. He does have some energy, but settles down nicely, too. We are working on his crate training. Smokey is up to date on his vet care, neutered, heartworm negative and is microchipped. He is on heartworm and flea/tick prevention. Smokey is a fun, friendly dog that just likes to see what is on the other side of the fence, but we want to make sure that doesn’t happen again! If you’re looking for a friendly, sweet best bud to keep inside, this is your guy!

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o doubt there are enormous benefits to owning a pet, but the care needed to keep your pet healthy can also come with a hefty price tag and leave an indelible mark on your wallet. According to the ASPCA, owning a dog or cat can cost up to $1,000 in the first year, and for many people, much more. Fear not, however. The good news is that you can cut your pet care expenses without compromising your pet’s health and wellness. The following tips will help you save money on pet care for your dog or cat: Don’t skip the vet.

If you’re trying to save money, it might be tempting to decrease vet visits. But, according to Julie Ciarmella of the American Veterinary Medicine Association, “an investment in preventative healthcare can reduce your long-term pet healthcare costs.” Why? Like humans, regular check-ups can prevent expensive complications down the road.

Get by with a little help from your friends.

Dog-walking, pet-sitting, and kennel services can be one of the most expensive parts of owning a pet. Save some green by taking the “you scratch my dog’s belly and I’ll scratch your cat’s back” approach, and tap into a network of other pet owners in your area. Neighborhood dog parks are a great place to meet likeminded pet lovers; or you could try good old-fashioned advertising.

Choose high-value pet products that give you more bang for your buck.

Grabbing the cheapest product can feel like a thrifty move, but you may be surprised by the impact “cheap” products can have on your budget. For example, cheaper clay cat litter tends to have to be changed more often, so cat owners go through bag after bag at a much faster rate. World’s Best Cat Litter is an alternative that harnesses the concentrated power of corn for long-lasting performance. You’ll use a little less litter, replace it less often and save money for your efforts.

At the end of the day, what your pet needs most is love. Keep things simple and invest in high-value products where it matters, and you’ll be on your way to a pet care budget that works for you and your pet.

CHARLIE // TALL, DARK & HANDSOME Meet Charlie! Charlie is a two year old male, and he is absolutely precious! He is so outgoing and loves his cheeks rubbed. How sweet! Charlie socializes well with other cats, so he would make a wonderful companion kitty if you have other cats. Charlie would also do fine as an only cat. Charlie is negative for FIV and FeLK, current on vaccinations and neutered. This sweet boy is patiently waiting for his furever home, will it be yours?

If you are interested in giving SMOKEY or CHARLIE the forever home they want and deserve, visit the Humane Society of West Alabama at http://www. humanesocietyofwa.org or call us at (205)-554-0011.

If you ever decide to adopt a dog, check out your local shelter. Buying dogs from pet stores or online increases the demand for the cruel puppy mills that often supply them. If you already have a dog, please remember to get it spayed or neutered. It's the best way you can help prevent dog overpopulation.

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MONDAY, Feb 1 - Mar 3

OLLI Mini Medical School WHEN: 7:00am-11:59pm COST: Free WHERE: Bryant Conference Center 240 Paul Bryant Drive Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 348-8600 LINK: http://www.bcc.ua.edu/ DESCRIPTION: A’s College of Community Health Sciences is hosting a lecture series at the Bryant Conference Center to explore medicine and health trends. Faculty will lecture on issues and advances in medicine and research, incorporating science, research, and clinical applications, with questions answered after the lectures. Attendees will learn ways the body works, hear about advances changing how we see disease and health; and find out which way cutting-edge research is headed. All classes are FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

THURSDAY, Feb 4

“It’s There, I Swear:” Sydney Ewerth MA Exhibition reception WHEN: 5:00pm-7:00pm reception 7:00am- 11:59pm exhibit COST: Free WHERE: Sella-Granata Art Gallery 109 Woods Hall, The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 348-5967 LINK: http://art.ua.edu/site/galleries/woodshall-gallery/ DESCRIPTION: There will be a reception Thursday, February 4, 5-7 p.m. in the gallery.

The public is cordially invited to attend.

2016 Double Exposure Exhibit-Adult Division Reception WHEN: 5:00am- 8:00pm reception 9:00am4:00pm gallery COST: Free WHERE: Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center 7th Street and Greensboro Avenue Tuscaloosa PHONE: N/A LINK: http://cac.tuscarts.org/ DESCRIPTION: The Adult Division will be on display at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center Jan. 25-Feb. 26, 2016 in The Arts Council Gallery and will feature an opening reception and presentation of awards on Feb. 5 from 5 p.m.-8p.m. The Junior Division portion of the competition will be exhibited at the Bama Theatre galleries Jan. 25-Feb. 21, 2016 with the awards presentation and closing reception on Feb. 21 from 2 p.m.-3 p.m.

establishments. At each stop the riders will recieve a playing card. The riders with the best hands at the end of the run will be eligible for bragging rights and prizes. All riders must where helmet and all bikes must be equipped with lights. All participants must be 21 years old.

SATURDAY, Feb 6

The Mystic Krewe of the Druids Bal Masque XXIII “Let’s Dance” WHEN: 8:00pm-11:00pm COST: $40 WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/ DESCRIPTION: Fundraiser to support West Alabama AIDS Outreach

MONDAY, Feb 8

Celebrating the Great Love Stories WHEN: 7:00pm-9:00pm COST: $10-$40 WHERE: Frank Moody Music Building 800 2nd Avenue Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 752-5512 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/comingattractions.php DESCRIPTION: Get carried away with timeless tales of romance as TSO explores two of love’s most powerful agents—words & music. The evening will include selections by Berlioz and Tchaikovsky and other winsome stories of love and beauty. Don’t miss the Hudson-Poole Fine Jewelers giveaway! Berlioz, Béatrice et Bénédict: Overture Tchaikovksy, Suite from “The Sleeping Beauty,” op. 66a Rimsky-Korsakov, Scheherazade, op. 35

FRIDAY, Feb 12

“The Glass Menagerie” Performance WHEN: 7:30pm-11:59pm COST: $12-$17 WHERE: Theatre Tuscaloosa 9500 Old Greenboro Road #135 Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 391-2277 LINK: http://visittuscaloosa.com/calendar-ofevents-old DESCRIPTION: The Glass Menagerie is one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre. Set in St. Louis in the late 1930’s, the story is told from the memory of Tom, who recounts his life with his overbearing mother Amanda and the illusions that she spins to save her daughter Laura and herself from the reality of their frail existence. After winning the New York Drama Critics Circle Award, The Glass Menagerie launched Tennessee Williams into the national spotlight.

A must-see American play. Dates: Friday, February 12th at 7:30 PM Saturday, February 13th at 7:30 PM Sunday, February 14th at 2 PM Wednesday, February 17th at 2 PM Thursday, February 18th at 7:30 PM Friday, February 19th at 7:30 PM Saturday, February 20th at 2 PM Sunday, February 21st at 2P

SATURDAY, Feb 13

The 10th Annual Great Tuscaloosa Chili Cookoff WHEN:11:00am-2:00pm COST: $10 WHERE: Bryant Conference Center 240 Paul Bryant Drive Tuscaloosa, PHONE: (205) 750-0719

THURSDAY, Feb 11

Huxford Symphony Orchestra WHEN: 7:00pm-11:59pm COST: N/A WHERE: 125 Concert Hall Moody Music Building

FRIDAY, Feb 5

Queen City Cycles Bicycle Poker Run WHEN: 5:00pm-11:59pm COST: Admission WHERE: Grace Aberdean Habitat Alchemy 2124 9th st Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 331-4918 LINK: http://visittuscaloosa.com/ calendar-of-events-old DESCRIPTION: Participants will ride their bicycles (with lights and helmets) to five fine Tuscaloosa

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LINK: http://visittuscaloosa.com/calendarof-events-old DESCRIPTION: The Exchange Club’s 10th Annual Great Tuscaloosa Chili Cookoff is set for Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 at the Bryant Conference Center. The event includes children’s activities, live entertainment, soda and beer, free ice cream, free cheese biscuits, apron sales, and the privilege of sampling forty varieties of chili and voting for your favorite. Awards are given for Best Judged Chili, People’s Choice Chili, Best Booth, Best Costumes, and Best Showmanship. Funds raised by the Chili Cookoff are used for the Exchange Club’s work in Child Abuse Prevention, Youth Development, Community Services, and Honoring America projects.

African Film Festival- Children’s movies WHEN: 1:00pm-3:00pm COST: $10 WHERE: Bama Theatre 600 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/ DESCRIPTION: African Film Festival. 1pm Children’s movies. 5pm Festival movie

SUNDAY, Feb 14

Acoustic Night Featuring Amy McCarley WHEN: 7:30pm-9:30pm COST: $10 WHERE: Bama Theatre 600 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/

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FRIDAY, FEB 12

Led Zeppelin 2 // FEB 5

Barry Manilow // Bridgestone Arena Nashville Love Jam // Nashville Municipal Auditorium Rick Springfield // Wildhorse Saloon Beth Hart // Ryman Auditorium

TUESDAY, FEB 9

Bryson Tiller // Iron City

SATURDAY, FEB 13

Blackberry Smoke // Iron City AMSOIL Arenacross // Legacy Arena at the BJCC Drivin N Cryin’ with Great Peacock & Thomas Wynn World of Wheels // Legacy Arena at the BJCC

SUNDAY, FEB 14

Fantasia // Legacy Arena at the BJCC

SUNDAY, FEB 14

Disney Live! Mickey and Minnie Live // Bridgestone Arena Sam’s Place // Ryman Auditorium

SUNDAY, FEB 15

Nashville for Africa featuring Dierks Bently // Ryman Auditorium

MONDAY, FEB 22

Tim Reynolds and TR3 // Zydeco

THURSDAY, FEB 25

FRIDAY, FEB 19

Vince Gill and Lyle Lovett // The Alabama Theatre TobyMac // Legacy Arena at the BJCC

The Music of the Eagles // Schermerhorn Symphony Center

Kane Brown // Iron City

FRIDAY, FEB 5

MONDAY, FEB 14

Led Zeppelin 2 // The Masquerade

TUESDAY, FEB 23

Gary Clark Jr. // Iron City

Kid Cudi // Tabernacle Bryson Tiller // Center Stage

WEDNESDAY, FEB 10 Wilco // Tabernacle

SUNDAY FEB 28

Bullet for My Valentine // Iron City

FRIDAY, FEB 12

NASHVILLE FRIDAY, FEB 5

Peppa Pig Live // Ryman Auditorium

WEDNESDAY, FEB 6

Jenny Lewis & the Watson Twins // Ryman Auditorium

SATURDAY, FEB 13

Marc Broussard // SCAD HOW Anders Osborne // Center Stage LOTUS // Tabernacle

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SUNDAY, FEB 21

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Slayer // Nashville War Memorial Auditorium

FRIDAY, FEB 17

THURSDAY, FEB 18

Breaking Benjamin // Tabernacle

FRIDAY, FEB 19

Travis Tritt // Woodruff Arts Center

SATURDAY, FEB 20

Yanni // Fabulous Fox Theatre Vince Gill and Lyle Lovett // Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre

FRIDAY, FEB 26

Asking Alexandria // The Masquerade

Cannibal Corpse // Tabernacle Yonder Mountain String Band // Variety Playhouse Dru Hill & Avant // Fabulous Fox Theatre Todd Rundgren // Center Stage

Fantasia // FEB 14

WEDNESDAY, FEB 10

Yanni // Andrew Johnson Theatre

THURSDAY, FEB 11

Willie Nelson & Family // Schermerhorn Symphony Center

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Across 1. TiVo predecessors 5. "The Three Faces ____" (Woodward film) 10. Language spoken on Pandora 14. "Now I understand" 15. Shatner co-worker 16. "The Wizard ____" 17. English major's concern 19. Spanish artist Joan 20. Big name in bikes 21. Locked up 22. Minimum ability 26. Burger King, to McDonald's 30. Kansas state symbol 34. Pass a law 35. Like some vino 36. Outside (prefix) 37. Kind of fight 39. African republic 42. Freudian subject 43. Reagan's first Secretary of State 47. Anglers' needs 48. British P.M. through most of the Revolutionary War 51. Stop, in France 52. Take in again 54. Sat in neutral 57. Acupressure massage 62. "High ___" (1952 Gary Cooper film) 63. "He's a tough ____" 66. Vampiric nickname 67. From ages past 68. Board game with a lead pipe 69. 10th Hebrew letter 70. Rap star West 71. The ____ (computer game) Down 1. UT athletes, in brief 2. Stylish 3. David Lee ___ 4. Bias 5. "... so ___ so forth"

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6. Good physical shape 7. Down Under bird 8. Before, in German 9. Kind of chart 10. Part of a diner order, maybe 11. Doesn't give ____ 12. Herbi or carni ending 13. Preppy shirt label 18. Bridge over Venice's Grand Canal 21. Half of D 23. "___ sera, sera..."

24. Michael Jordan's alma mater, for short 25. In ____ (muddled) 26. Push away 27. ____ Montoya ("The Princess Bride" role) 28. Mettle that's grounds for a medal 29. Knee part, for short 31. Name on a grill 32. Napoleon, on Elba 33. Sunday supper 38. Cry made while the reins are pulled 40. Egypt's official language 41. French sea 44. Wall St. figure 45. "____ Howdy Doody Time!"

46. Supernatural 49. Totally soak 50. "Waking ___ Devine" (1998 film) 53. "Island" on the Atlantic Coast 54. Big race 55. Golden, in Spain 56. Unit of laundry 58. They might form a circle 59. Neighbors of heel bones 60. Growth on some ponds 61. Luau strings 63. Stock symbol for a mobile tech. corp.

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>>> HOROSCOPES | W E E K L Y O V E R V I E W Why do you doubt yourself? Perhaps because you're uncertain about your direction. Even though someone seems to be encouraging you to follow your star, you aren't entirely confident about it. The days ahead could be critical for you, particularly if you feel you should be taking action yet have doubts about doing it effectively. Baby steps could be the answer, and talking things over with a trusted confidant. What you need most is clarity - then everything will fall into place.

While you may feel enthusiastic about attempting a project, your friends could have a different perspective. At this stage, it's best if you don't take them too seriously, particularly if you've done your homework and are eager to embrace a positive outcome.

A decision may be necessary if you're to make the most of this opportunity. Also, tweaking your routines and habits might help you make the most of this week. Finally, Sunday could bring a romantic opportunity your way.

Collaborating with another on an exciting creative plan could take up a lot of your time and attention this week. It looks like something that could be worth your while. Go easy with your time, as plans may clash with career or other responsibilities. On another note, intense feelings for someone may be reciprocated, much to your delight. If this is a budding romance, it could move to a new level of passion. Just be sure it's really what you want before you get too involved.

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If you feel that lifestyle changes are in order, this could be a positive week to implement them. Indeed, you might want to make a clean sweep, particularly if you didn't manage to do it last month. Get your New Year's resolutions underway - you'll make better progress this time around. Also, there could be a clash of ideas between you and a significant other about various personal matters and issues of freedom. This will need to be discussed if you're to make progress.

Although you may be engaged in an exciting creative project or potential romance, don't be in too much of a hurry. This week's planetary picture suggests that a desire for instant results could work against you over the long term. If this is something that genuinely excites you, you'll benefit from taking your time. A lovely alignment could bring you the confidence that, with time, things may work out better than you imagine. On Sunday, a wonderful encounter could make a social outing very worthwhile.

This week's complex web of energies brings you an opportunity to consider your priorities, especially where finances are concerned. Before you splurge on items for the home or leisure and pleasure activities, consider if what you're intending to buy is a good investment. Indeed, whether you're investing your time or your resources, it pays to be very careful and not waste either unnecessarily. If you do, you'll make positive strides and feel really good about all that you accomplish.

Intense determination to resolve an issue and get moving on a project will pay off this week. But family members or perhaps your partner may have different ideas about what you should do.

If you're to go ahead, you might need to compromise or opt for a heart-to-heart chat and hope they understand. Indeed, if an idea is deeply meaningful to you, why should you water it down? You might have to explain to someone that if they don't like it, so be it.

Although you may be excited about a plan or even a relationship, this week's aspects hint that there could be a lack of confidence on your part, too. This is due to a powerful presence in your spiritual sector encouraging you to clear away emotional baggage and, in particular, zero in on your self-worth and ways in which you might enhance it. This is the time to tackle whatever is holding you back so that you can move ahead with enthusiasm.

Friends seem to rally to your cause. This is an excellent time to collaborate with a person or group on an idea that's important to you. When it comes to family members, you could be experiencing a little bit of friction. To get the most out of the week ahead, consider if you might be stubbornly refusing to change your perspective.

While it isn't pleasant to have to admit it, you may find that changing your stance just a little can make a positive difference.

A potent Mars/Neptune tie in your money sector could see you eager to exploit an idea that could enhance your status and income.

However, be sure it's completely above-board before you commit.

You'll begin to feel more energized once the Sun dances into your sign midweek. Indeed, it's time to take those projects off the back burner and make a start. In addition, Saturday's Full Moon can make for a boisterous evening out if you're up for it.

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Although eager to get ahead, another side of you may wish for more freedom and the chance to do your own thing. This is something you'll need to work on, particularly if you have big plans for the future. It certainly pays to align your whole self with your dreams and goals. You won't attain them if other aspects of your being aren't in sync. With a focus on your spiritual sector, you'd be wise to take some time to consider what you really want.

This week's energies could see you getting closer to a certain person in order to boost your chances of success. There's also the potential for romance with someone you work with or perhaps a fellow professional. Nevertheless, your drive is very strong and you seem determined to go for it. And with this level of enthusiasm, you might succeed, except that another part of you doesn't want to be beholden to anyone. Your best bet would be to sort out your priorities.

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A LOOK INSIDE // THE COUNTESS OF STORYVILLE O

n February 16, Marian Gallaway Theatre will open its doors and introduce The Countess of Storyville -- the highly anticipated, University of Alabama Theatre and Dance in unison with the industry’s elite, newest musical production.

As the audience takes a journey back in time to 1910, the story centers around a wealthy and beautiful woman who has just returned home to New Orleans to set up a “Maison De Joie.” Many wonder who she is and why she has come back.

Margot Astrachan, the producer behind Tony Award winning ‘A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder’ for best musical, sat down in an exclusive interview to talk about the meaning and importance this production has for all those involved.

“The musical has been in it’s pregnant stage for a long time,” Astrachan said, laughing. “It was first thought of by a Tony Award winning producer, Bill Haber. With his idea, the writers started working on it, though essentially the original book writer passed away.”

With the passing of the original writer of The Countess of Storyville, a new team had to come together to finish what

“The musical has been in it’s pregnant stage for a long time. It was first thought of by a Tony Award winning producer, Bill Haber. With his idea, the writers started working on it, though essentially the original book writer passed away.”

Margot Astrachan ultimately would become a new American Theatre production. No book or movie adaptation, rather a piece created from start to finish with new, innovating, and thoughtprovoking concepts.

“My take on what is going on [at The University of Alabama] is quite wonderful. We have university faculty, townspeople, we have local musicians, as well as students and the design faculty from the Department of Theatre. As well as an ensemble of Broadway actors, musical director, and choreographer.” Astrachan said.

For her, as the lead producer on the production, the unison of people from all different acting backgrounds and skill level has been a brilliant journey.

“The local people and actors are going to be getting demands from our people that they might not be accustomed to in regards to their performance although I do think their faculty is pretty skilled.

Just in the weeks I was there, they were getting it, really getting it. It’s exciting, I think they’re going to be just fine.”

There’s fervor and love when those involved speak about the production. A sense of pridefulness in a production that is bound to make those who attend the showing fall in love. A recollection of historic places and cultural events, a woman of color overcoming the difficulties of being treated as less than, standing up to the political and white culture that was the norm for years in the states.

“It is the world premiere of a musical that is being groomed for Broadway,” James Schor, manager at The University of Alabama’s Theatre and Dance department, said.

For Aurelia Williams, one of the production’s professional actresses who will be playing Julia Jackson, the enjoyment she feels for the piece and music is everything to her.

“I’m not limited to [Julia] being an actual historical character, I can let my imagination go and explore parts of her that I wouldn’t have normally thought to. I think that’s the greatest part of this workshop -- we’re here to figure out what this piece really is all about.” she said.

It’s the commitment to these character and storyline that makes the production behind The Countess so successful. There is authenticity and loyalty to bringing these character to life, to creating a world for them that feels real to the time period and culture.

“We have to learn the music before we are able to learn how to tell the story effectively.

Once that’s done, we sit down and begin to talk out scene by scene, sort of to try to figure out what is happening between the lines.”

Aurelia Williams “Mark [Waldrop] has been phenomenal as our director,” Williams said. “We have to learn the music before we are able to learn how to tell the story effectively. Once that’s done, we sit down and begin to talk out scene by scene, sort of to try to figure out what is happening between the lines.”

She continued to add, “It’s funny because when we go to act out what we think we have already figured out, we find it’s not really what’s happening. It’s interesting because it’s because of our interaction as a cast that we are able to bring these characters to life, in an authentic way.”

For both Margot and Aurelia, the most memorable moments for them have been seeing the production come together, little by little.

“There’s definitely a story to tell and points to be made about people’s self-determination and courage. What fate does to people when they’re making plans. It’s exciting to see it all come together and I know people will be moved by it.” Astrachan said.

As opening night quickly approaches, Williams wants everyone to remember that there is joy in Theatre -- especially musical -- that you cannot get anywhere else.

“Come out, watch the show, step into a different world and experience a different reality,” she said. “I love it when people step into the world of musical theatre because it transports you into another life.

Music tells a story in a different kind of way, in a more emotional way. So come and enjoy.”

Rehearsals for The Countess of Storyville

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AUSTIN TROXELL Junior OL has "best" visit yet

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lass of 2017 offensive lineman Austin Troxell was one of the high profile players who showed up for Junior Day at the Capstone. The 6-7, 300-pound in-state standout from Madison Academy in Madison has 20 offers, including ones from Alabama, Auburn, Florida, FSU, Georgia, LSU, Miami, Notre Dame and Tennessee.

I would say Saturday is probably the best visit I've had at Alabama so far," Troxell says. "I didn't really see anything new, but I had a good talk with Coach Saban and talked to Coach Cristobal for a while. We just caught up on some stuff. It was a really good visit."

During a position group meeting with Coach Cristobal, Troxell learned the importance of Tide's offensive line.

"He just kept on saying that Alabama football is based on the play of the offensive line," Troxell says. "You really get to see his coaching style when we watched some plays. He talked about how important the offensive line is. He likes his tackles to be athletic enough to block some outside zone and sweeps.

He likes his guys to finish blocks and give effort on every play. If a player can play, he's going to play. He's going to play the best player."

Troxell says that Coach Saban was laid back.

"He talked about how thin they are at tackle and especially if Cam leaves early," Troxell says. "He said they've been thin there the past few years.

He talked about how high my ceiling is. He likes how I can move in space and how I can bend. He likes my effort and my character a lot."

Alabama should continue to be a major player in Troxell's recruitment.

"Really, it's the coaching," Troxell says. "I really like Coach Cristobal and Coach Saban. My relationship with Coach Cristobal is continuing to grow and get stronger. The one thing I really need to do is get around the players and see if I fit in with them. One thing that keeps drawing me back to Alabama is the tradition they have."

AVOID BODY DROUGHT — HOW TO PREVENT DEHYDRATION

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t’s in every living cell, tissue and organ, and it’s second only to oxygen as the thing we need most to survive—pure, clean water. We can’t live without it, and we can’t live well without enough of it. We are constantly in need of water as we lose water with every breath and every activity of the body.

We are especially at risk for dehydration when we exercise or we are ill—this is when dehydration, even mild dehydration, can take its toll, causing you to feel tired and drained of energy. Anyone may become dehydrated, but young children, older adults and people with chronic illnesses are most at risk.

Dr. Julie Scarano, a doctor of chiropractic who is trained in prevention and wellness (in addition to providing care for neuromusculoskeletal conditions such as neck or back pain, for which chiropractors are most well known) believes it’s better to prevent dehydration than to treat it. She also reminds you that the 23 intervertebral discs in your spine have high water content and that dehydration can be associated with spinal pain.

Here are some preventative tips to help avoid dehydration: • Choose your beverages wisely. Avoid or limit fruit juices, sodas, alcohol and high-sugar sports drinks.

• Drink a glass of water during and between meals, as well as before, during and after exercise.

• Plan outdoor activities for cooler parts of the day.

• Eat foods that are high in water content, such as fruits and vegetables.

• Make water your go-to beverage of choice.

MEN'S BASKETBALL UPDATE Outlasts Mississippi State, 82-80, in Overtime (UA Media Relations)

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he Alabama men's basketball team (12-9, 3-6 Southeastern Conference) defeated Mississippi State (9-12, 2-7 SEC) in overtime by a final score of 82-80 Tuesday night in Starkville. It is the sixth consecutive win in the series for the Crimson Tide, the longest streak in the series since winning six straight from 1985-87. It is also the fourth victory in the last five trips to Humphrey Coliseum.

Alabama shot a blistering 15-of-29 (51.7 percent) in the first half; however, the Tide committed a total of 10 turnovers. Mississippi State suffered a 1-for-10 stretch midway through the half to fall behind by eight at 26-18 with 6:50 remaining. The Bulldogs closed within two (36-34) in the final minute, but sophomore Riley Norris connected on a pair of free throws to give Alabama a fourpoint margin going into the locker room. Senior Retin Obasohan led all scorers with 16 points.

Mississippi State was able to pull within one point at 43-42, but sophomore Justin Coleman drained a trey, igniting an 8-0 run to give the Tide its biggest lead of the night, 51-42. The home team responded with a 14-0 run, taking their first lead of the game at 53-51 after Fred Thomas made a three-pointer with 9:53 left. The Bulldogs led by as many as seven, but Alabama rallied back, tying the game 65-65 at the 1:43 mark on a layup by Coleman. The teams traded baskets from there, and each had a possession in the final 30 seconds, but neither could score to take the win in regulation.

To begin the overtime period, Mississippi State scored four straight points, but the Tide evened the score at 73-73 and went up 76-74 thanks to a threepoint play by Obasohan with 2:05 to play. Coleman made another shot from deep after the Bulldogs tied the score at 76-76. Alabama went 3-of-4 from the free throw line in the last nine seconds to ice the victory.

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