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NBC’s ‘The Voice’ offers a better option to traditional talent shows

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NBC deciding to air the second season premiere of “The Voice” directly after the Super Bowl, which was the most watched program in United States history, was probably one of the most genius moves NBC executives could have ever made. Not only did the millions of people who got hooked on the show last year [...]

Journalism professor writes children’s book

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Inspiration comes in many forms. Sometimes it’s a painting, a sentence or a day’s right feelings. But for Monique Fields, it’s something much more personal. Fields, a professor of journalism at the University, recently returned from New York, where she attended a conference hosted by the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, a nonprofit [...]

Valentine’s Day destinations for students

Looking for an upscale, yet affordable place to dine with your date this Valentine’s Day? Look no further than these popular restaurants in Tuscaloosa. Some will feature special Valentine’s Day menus, and others will just have dinner specials, but all will be a romantic time for you and your date.   FIVE: FIVE is one [...]

Ringo to perform with a little help from his friends

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Ringo Starr announced that he and his All Starr Band will make a stop in Tuscaloosa to play the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater on July 3 as part of his 2012 tour. Joining the former Beatles drummer will be newcomers Steve Lukather (Toto) and Gregg Rolie (Santana & Journey) and All Starr alumni Richard Page, Todd Rundgren, [...]

HRC hosts second annual Bama Idol

University of Alabama Housing and Residential Communities are putting on their second annual Bama Idol singing competition, modeled after the popular show “American Idol.” Like “American Idol,” there is an audition round and a finale night. The top ten competitors from the audition round will compete in the finale, and the winner will be determined [...]

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