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The Tuscaloosa Exchange Club held its annual Chili Cook Off on Feb.

14 at the Bryant Conference Center where community groups showcased colorful costumes and shared a variety of chili recipes. The event was a lively celebration of local flavor and fun.

The Better Business Bureau offers advice today for Tuscaloosa residents looking to hire contractors.

Its tips include checking credentials (such as references and licenses) to help ensure reliable service.

Alabama lost the opener but rallied to win two games in a doubleheader against Washington State on Saturday, Feb.

14 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium (Tuscaloosa); the Crimson Tide secured the series win before rain was forecast for Sunday.

The Alabama high school basketball regionals will be held Feb.

17-25 at four sites including Wallace State in Hanceville, Jacksonville State and two sites in Montgomery. Fans will see Sweet 16 and Elite Eight matchups leading up to the AHSAA Final Four in Birmingham (Mar. 2-7).

Tyler Henderson, a junior college All-American wide receiver from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, is joining Alabama’s 2026 football roster.

He becomes one of 11 receivers as the team prepares to open against East Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 5.

Alabama won 10-0 against Purdue during the Easton Bama Bash at Rhodes Stadium on Feb.

13. The victory capped a strong performance at the home-opening weekend tournament (as captured in local photos).

Vote for the Tuscaloosa News Girls Athlete of the Week as nominees from Feb.

7-13 (including standout players from Brookwood, Central, Fayette County, Northside, and Southern Academy) are up for selection; voting closes at noon Feb. 19.

After Saturday’s 89-75 win over South Carolina at Coleman Coliseum, Alabama basketball stresses Aiden Sherrell’s healthy return to strengthen a thin frontcourt as they prepare for March Madness.

Voting is open for the Tuscaloosa News Boys Athlete of the Week for Feb.

7-13 with ballots closing at noon Feb. 19. Nominees include athletes from Brookwood, Fayette County, Northridge and Tuscaloosa Academy.

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.

North Florida Ospreys vs Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball

6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Check for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling collegiate baseball matchup in Tuscaloosa.