Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Oak Grove Fire and Rescue fought four brush fires over the weekend — one seven-acre blaze on Fulton Circle took five hours to contain with help from the Alabama Forestry Commission, and no injuries or property damage were reported while officials urge residents to avoid outdoor burning amid dry conditions.

Drew Brees-backed Smalls Sliders temporarily closed its Auburn location but will soon expand to Tuscaloosa and other cities in Alabama.

The planned Tuscaloosa site is still to be announced.

Savage's Bakery (a longtime local favorite) closed its doors today after years of serving the community.

No reopening plans have been announced.

Pastor Quinton German, senior pastor at Zion Grove Baptist Church in Northport, is honored as a 2026 Black History Maker of Alabama.

The accolade is presented by Townsend Nissan and local media + community partners at 2620 Skyland E Blvd, highlighting his leadership in faith and community service.

The sold-out Cody Johnson concert took place Feb.

8 & fans are invited to send in their photos for the local gallery.

Applications for funding from the Graduate Student Association’s new Financial Affairs Committee are open for eligible graduate groups, who can apply for a fixed allotment ($500) until March 30 via the GSA website.

Nongraduate organizations benefiting graduate students may apply once per school year.

DRAM shortages driven by high AI demand are raising tech prices for UA students & faculty as they face steeper costs when buying computers; experts say prices may peak later this year and remain high until 2027.

Residents are invited to join a free trust, will, and end-of-life planning workshop hosted by the Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority on Saturday, Feb.

21, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Beulah Baptist Church (Family Life Center, 3100 25th Street) to learn practical steps for protecting their future.

Last fall, the University of Alabama found five fraternities responsible for hazing; one fraternity lost its chapter house and was suspended from recognition until December 2030.

Other chapters were placed on probation until fall 2026 or later based on individual violations.

Alabama guard Latrell Wrightsell Jr. left the Auburn game in the first half with a right knee injury and will have it examined tomorrow, coach Nate Oats said.

Residents can vote for the Tuscaloosa News Girls Athlete of the Week for performances from Jan.

31 to Feb. 6 by noon Thursday, Feb. 12. Nominees include standout players from Bibb County, Fayette County, Northside, Paul W. Bryant, and South Lamar.

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.