April 27

As we approach the fifth anniversary of April 27, 2011, we look back at that day and towards our future with our special video series, "Five Years Later."

Wednesday marks five years since an EF-4 tornado devastated Tuscaloosa on April 27, 2011. The University of Alabama shared a special message and video on social media this morning ahead of the anniversary.

This Wednesday marks five years since the destructive F4 tornado destroyed Tuscaloosa and several events are planned to commemorate the day our community was changed.

Where were you on April 27, 2011?

The Alberta School of Performing Arts will host "Beautiful Things Come from Our Brokenness" Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. The evening will feature the healing stories of Tuscaloosa's recovery following the tornado of April 27, 2011.

On this 4th anniversary of the deadly 4/27 tornado outbreak across Tuscaloosa and Alabama, I'd like to share thoughts and a special tribute song.

Four years have passed since April 27, 2011. As we commemorate the anniversary of that tragic date, I’d like to share something special with you–I hope these words can mean as much to you as they do to me.

Today is April 27th. For us, a date we will never forget. The mere mention of the date to anyone around Tuscaloosa will vividly bring back memories, like it was just last week. Instead, it is 3 years ago today life permanently changed for everyone who calls Tuscaloosa home...

It's been three years since April 27, 2011. As we commemorate the anniversary of that tragic date, I'd like to share something special with you--I hope these words can mean as much to you as they do to me.

The feel good number one hit 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams gets a Tuscaloosa makeover! The video remake delivers a positive message on the third anniversary of the April 27th tornado.