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FREE Father's Day Fishing Event

FREE Father's Day Fishing Event

The Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA) is excited to announce a special Father’s Day event, "Reel It In with Dad," offering free fishing at Van De Graaff Park on ...
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Grapes on the Green: Culinary Experience & Wine Tasting Event

Grapes on the Green: Culinary Experience & Wine Tasting Event

Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA), in partnership with DCH Health System, invites you to experience Grapes on the Green, an exceptional culinary journey set amidst the picturesque backdrop of the award-winning Ol’ Colony Golf Course.
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Make a Splash: PARA Aquatic Facilities Officially Open

Make a Splash: PARA Aquatic Facilities Officially Open

The Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA) is thrilled to announce the official opening of all our outdoor aquatics facilities for the summer season. PARA Aquatics oversees seven aquatic facilities ...
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NOW HIRING: Summer Lifeguards

NOW HIRING: Summer Lifeguards

School is out and summer is in and with more people headed to the pool, the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority is looking to have more hands on deck. ...
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Honoring Our Heroes: 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony

Honoring Our Heroes: 2024 Memorial Day Ceremony

Memorial Day is a time for reflection, gratitude, and remembrance. This year, the Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority’s (PARA) Veterans Memorial Park Association, in collaboration with the Tuscaloosa VA Medical ...
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PARA Announces New Hire as Longtime Marketing Manager Retires

PARA Announces New Hire as Longtime Marketing Manager Retires

The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority will have a new marketing manager promoting their news and facilities as their longtime spokeswoman retires after 15 years.
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Grand Marshals Announced: 2023 West Alabama Christmas Parade

Grand Marshals Announced: 2023 West Alabama Christmas Parade

Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA), announces the selection of two individuals to serve as Grand Marshals of the 47th Annual West Alabama Christmas Parade. The Parade is the largest ...
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PARA Hires New CEO

PARA Hires New CEO

The Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority has a new executive director and CEO after a Tuesday afternoon meeting of its board of directors.
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Remembering Wendy Harris, Former Director of Athletics and Community Outreach

Remembering Wendy Harris, Former Director of Athletics and Community Outreach

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