Tuscaloosa
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Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Realtor.com data shows median home prices in Tuscaloosa County increased 1.7% in October, with the median rising to $279,550 from $274,950 in September. Single-family home prices climbed 3.4%, while condo and townhome prices dropped (from $366,000 to $296,200). The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama sophomore linebacker Cayden Jones announced he will return for his third season with the Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa. He played on special teams and defense in previous games and his comeback boosts the team after losing its top three players. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Guard Latrell Wrightsell did not play for Alabama against Texas as his final report confirmed he was ruled out due to continuing injury issues; the coaching staff noted he is still recovering from an Achilles tear and other injuries that have affected his season. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Five Iron Golf invites locals to try its indoor golf simulators with lessons+club fittings and weekday happy hour deals from 3-6 p.m., while golf leagues will begin Feb. 9 at the venue. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats spoke after a 92-88 loss to Texas that dropped the Crimson Tide to a 1-2 SEC record. He said the team will work to bounce back in upcoming games. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Voting is open for Tuscaloosa News Girls Athlete of the Week covering Jan. 3 to 9 and ends at noon on Jan.15 (nominees include Bibb County center Talajha Rhine, Fayette County’s Payton Savage, Holy Spirit’s Margaret Taylor, Northridge’s Jakeya Horton, and Northside’s Claire Jones). The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football welcomes Mercer transfer Carmelo O'Neal for the 2026 season. The 6-foot-4 defensive back adds depth to the Crimson Tide cornerback group + brings two seasons of eligibility. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Former Mercer safety Carmelo O'Neal (6-foot-4) committed to the Crimson Tide after visiting Tuscaloosa Saturday morning; he becomes the team's ninth addition as the transfer portal remains open through January 16. Tuscaloosa Thread
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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.
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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.
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