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UA Crossing Points student Melissa Walker was recently awarded the Ruby’s Rainbow Warriors for Walt Scholarship. Walker, a member of CrossingPoints’ Certificate in Occupational Studies Program and a Tuscaloosa native, is the first UA CrossingPoints student to receive the scholarship from Ruby’s Rainbow – a national nonprofit organization that grants scholarships to adults with Down syndrome seeking post-secondary education, enrichment, or vocational classes. In addition to serving as a CCOS ambassador, Walker is a UA Student Government Association representative, and a member of the Afro American Gospel Choir and Sigma Alpha Lambda. In 2019, she won first place in the inaugural Miss Unique UA pageant. Photo: University of Alabama FROM THE EDITOR

Each month, I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to help bring our readers stories and columns that reflect the best of who we are here in the Druid City. As everyone who lives here knows, we are a strong, resilient community, and we know how to help when help is needed.

Many of our residents are struggling. Many are hurting. Some have lost loved ones to COVID-19. To all who are feeling the worst effects of this horrible pandemic, we here at Druid City Living offer our deepest condolences to those lost and our heartfelt support.

Also, to our teachers: thank you. You are truly the backbone of our community – and whether you’re teaching virtually, in person, or a combo of both, we appreciate everything you’re doing to educate the youngest Tuscaloosa residents. Roll Tide.