A split second can mean the difference between life and death for many first responders in our area and across this country. It is time for another "First Responders Lunch" at Jalepenos restaurant on Wednesday, September 24th. The media partner is Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa, and the station is 95.3 The Bear. Top Stories from the Tuscaloosa Thread (9/8 - 9/15) 9 of the Top Stories published by the Tuscaloosa Thread during the 37th week of 2025. Gallery Credit: (Stephen Dethrage | Tuscaloosa Thread)