Originally from Maryland, JR first arrived to the City of Champions in 2017 for school in news media. And since graduating from UA in the spring of 2022... now you're just stuck with him! He religiously follows the Baltimore Ravens & Orioles as well as being a life-long Washington Capitals fan. JR also loves talking to listeners, so make sure you get in touch via the app or on X/Twitter (@97jrmoore).
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Tuscaloosa Man Arrested With Three Pounds of Marijuana, Firearm
The Shelby County Sheriff's Office arrested a Tuscaloosa man last week after allegedly finding three pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop.
Carlee Russell, Via Her Attorney: “There Was No Kidnapping”
A statement from Carlee Russell via her attorney was read in a Hoover Police press conference Monday.
Tuscaloosa Will Accept School Supplies for Overtime Parking Tickets
The city of Tuscaloosa is expected to again allow residents to pay overtime parking tickets with school supplies this August.
Planned Bridge Inspection Causing Delays
A bridge inspection on I-20/59 is expected to cause delays into Thursday.
UA Autism Clinic to Hold Third-Annual Back to School Bash
The University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic is hosting a back to school event that features free school supplies and face painting.
Tuscaloosa Holds Groundbreaking for McWright’s Ferry Road Project
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Friday for the McWright's Ferry Road Extension project aimed at reducing commute times.
Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Returns
Many back-to-school items will be tax-free across the state of Alabama this weekend.
Missing Hoover Woman Returns Home
The multi-day search for missing Hoover resident Carlee Russell came to a positive conclusion Saturday.
Northport Eatery to Close After 31 Years of Service
An announcement to social media made the decision final for one of Northport's oldest establishments.
John Ondrasik of Five For Fighting Talks to ALT 101.7 Following Tuscaloosa Show
John Ondrasik of Five For Fighting chatted with JR a day after the Wednesday concert in Tuscaloosa with Barenaked Ladies.