Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

The Junior League of Tuscaloosa will host A Night Out for Every Woman, a free networking event for local women on Tuesday, Feb.

17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hotel Capstone, where local organizations provide support in financial planning, parenting, & wellness.

A Tuscaloosa teen earned two Super Bowl tickets and left on Thursday for Santa Clara with his dad after being named a Champion of Change for mental health advocacy with the Boys and Girls Clubs.

Alabama shoppers still have access to two Eddie Bauer stores in Leeds and Foley while Catalyst Brands (the parent company) will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy later this month.

It remains unclear if the local locations will close soon.

A recent analysis from Action Network shows that a Super Bowl ticket in Tuscaloosa equals 256 work hours and nearly four years of utilities, highlighting steep costs for local fans (the study also ranked Mobile and Montgomery among the most burdened cities).

Eighth grader Elizabeth Williford won the Tuscaloosa County Spelling Bee on Feb.

5 at Chapel Hill Baptist Church by spelling (plywood) and will compete at the State Spelling Bee on March 22 in Birmingham.

Congressman Aderholt announced last Thursday several student nominations from his district for U.S. Service Academies (including nominees from Indian Springs School and Tuscaloosa County High).

One nominee, Anglin Young, has already received acceptance at West Point and the Air Force Academy.

The Tuscaloosa National Airport received $8.5M in federal funding while city leaders plan to vote on an extra $13M upgrade for a modernized terminal (supporting TSA, Customs, and future commercial flights).

Construction may begin within a few years to boost travel for the University and local business.

The University of Alabama has announced its homecoming game against the Texas A&M Aggies on (Oct.

24) in Tuscaloosa as the team aims to build on its winning streak and energize local fans.

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats took his second technical foul on Feb.

5 during the Tide's 100-97 win over Texas A&M (he credited a Bible verse from Proverbs 19 for keeping his cool) and the team will face Auburn at Neville Arena on Saturday.

Judge Daniel Pruet of the Tuscaloosa Circuit Court denied Charles Bediako’s request to move his injunction hearing, which is set to start at 9:30 a.m. today; the hearing will decide his eligibility for the game against Auburn on Saturday.

Alabama star Justin Lebron earned preseason All-SEC First Team honors after setting record numbers with 72 RBIs and 18 home runs last season + he will open the season Feb.

13 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.

The NCAA filed a motion to dissolve a restraining order that lets Alabama basketball center Charles Bediako play as disputes over notice and hearing rescheduling continue, with the court expected to decide his eligibility soon.

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.

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!

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.

Arsenic & Old Lace

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Theatre Tuscaloosa — $21.00 — A classic comedy where family quirks meet unexpected surprises in Brooklyn.

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.

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.

Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball

8-10 p.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Check for ticket details — Experience thrilling college basketball action as the Bulldogs take on the Crimson Tide.

T-Mobile Crimson Classic - Friday

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Rhoads Stadium — Check local listings for ticket information — Celebrate community spirit and local storytelling at this engaging event.

Arsenic & Old Lace Performance

2:00–4:30 p.m. — Theatre Tuscaloosa — $21.00 — Enjoy a classic comedy that highlights the eccentricities of family life in a quirky Brooklyn home.

Jacksonville State Gamecocks vs Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball

4-6 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Check event host for cost — Witness an exciting college baseball matchup between local rivals.