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Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hotel Capstone will become Graduate by Hilton by the end of next year, with rebranding that updates dining areas + poolside bar near the Bryant Conference Center on campus. Officials say the conversion will boost the property's hospitality as part of the Hilton Honors program. Tuscaloosa Thread
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers say construction for the $350 million University Beach lagoon resort on Highway 82 starts next week — pending weather. The project will first build roads and utilities before beginning phase one with a Beach Club and Marriott hotel, aiming to open key parts by 2029. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joe Lunardi's bracketology (for ESPN) shows the Crimson Tide is projected as a five-seed if the NCAA tournament began today. The team played its home game against Tennessee on Saturday while still having 13 regular-season games left. Tide 100.9
- ➤ The Crimson Tide added in-state receiver Aubrey Walker from Moody today; the 5-10 athlete recorded a 4.34-second 40-yard dash and state championship experience before officially committing on X. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Alabama fired offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic after his second season, citing a weak run game and 33 sacks (over the season) as reasons for the change. This move is part of recent staff adjustments following last season's struggles. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Qayden Samuels (a 5-star small forward) confirmed his commitment date on Jan. 24 and will announce his college choice between Crimson Tide and Georgetown on Wednesday, Jan. 28. This decision will complete his goal to choose a school by month’s end. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Charles Bediako returned to the Alabama team for Saturday’s SEC home game against Tennessee at Coleman Coliseum — he was granted a temporary restraining order from the NCAA that lets him play until his hearing on Jan. 26. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Charles Bediako returned to Alabama basketball after three G League seasons and a temporary restraining order allowed his comeback; he is re-enrolling in classes to earn his degree (keeping a promise to his mother). His move sets the stage for a bench appearance against Tennessee. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Coach Nate Oats said that Aden Holloway and Amari Allen did not recover quickly from injuries sustained in the Oklahoma game and did not play against Tennessee on Saturday. Alabama will next host Missouri on Jan. 27. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ On Saturday, Jan. 24, two starters, Aden Holloway and Amari Allen (Allen has a hip pointer and ankle sprain while Holloway has a wrist injury), were ruled out for the Tennessee game as veteran guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. returned after minor injuries. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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Jackson Chase: Innisfree Night Live
9 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Innisfree Irish Pub — Check for entry fee — Enjoy an evening of live music with full band performances by local artist Jackson Chase.
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Little Mania Mini Wrestling Show
1:30-3:30 a.m. — Two Dimes — Tickets required — Witness epic battles at the biggest little wrestling event of the year with pint-sized powerhouses!
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Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks
1:30-9 p.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Check for ticket prices — Catch an exciting matchup as the Crimson Tide take on the Gamecocks in women's basketball.
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Arsenic & Old Lace
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Theatre Tuscaloosa — $21.00 — A classic comedy where family quirks meet unexpected surprises in Brooklyn.
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The Princess Ball
6-9 p.m. — Bryant Conference Center — Tickets required — Celebrate the special bond between fathers and daughters at this elegant evening of connection and affirmation.
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A Special Evening with Allen Levi
5-7 p.m. — Bryant-Denny Stadium — Ticket includes autographed book — Engage in a heartwarming conversation with bestselling author Allen Levi about his novel, Theo of Golden.
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