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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Blake, a site supervisor for Habitat for Humanity Tuscaloosa, designed and built a 133 sqft modular house for disaster relief that can house up to four people (with a functional kitchenette, loft, and bathroom) and may serve as a prototype for future emergency response efforts. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Jamilah Channel, a second-year student midwife known for advancing birth equity and maternal health research, was named the 2026 Black History Maker of Alabama on Feb. 18 by local partners + community groups; she leads efforts with Diamonds for Doulas and West Alabama Community Health Action to improve maternal care. Tuscaloosa Thread
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Over 500 community members attended The Genuine Elvis concert at the Bama Theatre last Friday as performers paid heartfelt tribute to Elvis’s legacy. Elvis’s cousin Edie Mae Hand and local radio hosts led the event, supported by Townsend Nissan, Alabama State Games, and Homewood Suites. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Theatre Tuscaloosa is showing the play 'Arsenic and Old Lace' from Feb. 20 through March 1 at the Bean-Brown Theatre on the college campus. Tickets cost $21 for adults, $16 for students and groups, and $9 for SSCC students (age 13+) and are on sale now. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa Fire and Rescue conducted its special operations training today to practice extrication from overturned vehicles using airbags and a rescue jack + reinforcing key techniques among its 50-member team for emergency readiness. WBRC
- ➤ SGA presidential candidate Kyle Porter and his campaign manager posted over 150 campaign signs on the Quad early Wednesday morning, violating UA policy that allows only 20 signs per event (campaign permissions were approved for the allowed number); UA grounds staff later removed the extra signs. The Crimson White
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sammy is a 14-year-old dog at the Humane Society of West Alabama who is up-to-date on vet care and looking for his forever home. He is friendly, active, and enjoys outdoor time (22 lbs) while waiting for a local resident to adopt him. ABC 33/40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Crimson Tide won a close 2-1 contest against Alabama State in their first midweek game in Tuscaloosa today; reliever Bobby Alcock pitched two innings with one hit + Matthew Heiberger recorded the save as the Tide’s offense struggled to spark. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Former Auburn coach Bruce Pearl predicted a first-round exit for Alabama in the NCAA Tournament as he shared his forecast ahead of the mid-week matchup against Arkansas; Alabama had recently beaten Auburn and will meet them again on Saturday at Coleman Coliseum. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ The Alabama Crimson Tide won 117-115 in a double overtime game against Arkansas on Wednesday night at Coleman Coliseum. Key players like Labaron Philon hit important milestones—he scored a career-high 35 points and lifted the team to 19-7 as it moved into second in the SEC standings. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama basketball won a double overtime game against Arkansas on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at Coleman Coliseum with a score of 117 to 15 — Labaron Philon set a career high with 35 points while the Crimson Tide rallied from a 14 point deficit for its fifth win. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Auburn Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Check with venue for ticket information — Rival college basketball teams clash in an exciting SEC showdown.
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Troy Trojans vs Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball
6-9 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Check for ticket details — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between local college teams.
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