Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

The Tuscaloosa River Market warned food truck vendors about a phishing email that requested nearly three times their usual fee, advising them to apply only through the market’s official website — a scam alert that led manager Alexis Clark to contact local city communication and police departments.

A United Van Lines study showed Alabama ranked ninth among top inbound states because of its lower living costs and warmer climate.

The research noted that population growth could impact housing, schools, and local economies.

Federal agencies recently updated holiday observances, yet Martin Luther King Jr. Day remains a federal holiday and is recognized on Alabama's state holiday calendar (it falls on Monday, Jan.

19).

UA freshman Michael Polaski was injured in the Dominican Republic on Dec.

28 and underwent emergency surgery; he remains in critical care in Miami while his family’s GoFundMe to cover rising hospital bills has nearly reached its $250k goal (with nearly $247k raised from 2,700 donations).

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats said the Tide could add European pros on a semester basis as the NCAA now extends eligibility to international players plus NBA G-League talent.

The team will travel to Norman in less than two weeks to face the Sooners.

Alabama football is actively shaping its 2026 roster as players enter and exit the NCAA transfer portal.

The transfer window runs until Jan. 16 with additions like Michigan offensive lineman Kaden Strayhorn and Virginia Tech linebacker Caleb Woodson joining the squad.

James Smith, a junior defensive lineman from Montgomery, is set to enter the NCAA transfer portal with one season of eligibility remaining for Alabama football.

He recorded 28 tackles and 6.5 tackles-for-loss last season, and his move will reshape the team's defensive line.

Alabama basketball will face a stronger Vanderbilt team today at 8:00 p.m. CT (broadcast on ESPN2) as coach Nate Oats prepares his squad to counter key players like Devin McGlockton and additional transfers.

The Crimson Tide stayed at No. 24 in the USA TODAY Coaches Poll after their first loss and a win against Arkansas on Jan.

6. They will face No. 7 Kentucky at Coleman Coliseum on Thursday at 6 p.m. on SEC Network+.

Alabama football All-American Kadyn Proctor declared for the NFL Draft after three seasons with the Crimson Tide and is set to enter the event on April 23 in Pittsburgh.

Jackson Chase: Acoustic Performance at Innisfree

3-7 p.m. — Innisfree Irish Pub — Cost not specified — Enjoy the acoustic sounds of local talent Jackson Chase in a cozy pub setting.

Bridgerton High Tea and Craft Night

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Public Library — Registration required — Celebrate the upcoming season of Bridgerton with tea, crafting, and delightful discussions.

Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert

1-4 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Tickets from $104 — Enjoy timeless big band classics with the Glenn Miller Orchestra in a historic venue.