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Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The free Druid City Arts Festival returns at Government Plaza on April 10-11 with over 80 artists, live music, food vendors and family activities (full details coming soon). Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Hip-hop legend Ice Cube will perform with special guest Killer Mike at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater on Thursday, Apr. 30, with gates opening at 6:30 p.m.—tickets will go on sale Friday, Mar. 6. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ivey signed Senate Bill 149, which creates the Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate to let eligible veterans guide students and ease teacher shortages; the law will take effect Oct. 1 – veterans must show 48 months of service and 60 college credits to qualify. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Tuscaloosa Central High School senior Parker Evans signed on Monday to join Tuskegee University’s restored Tuskegee Airmen program, where he will study aviation science and train for a future in flight (he received a $50,000 scholarship from a pool of 400 applicants). WBRC
- ➤ Tuscaloosa City Schools is launching the CEO+ entrepreneurship program next school year for juniors and seniors at the Tuscaloosa Career and Technology Academy—students will gain hands-on business experience with local companies while applications remain open until April 3. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WalletHub’s report from March 3 ranked Alabama 47th out of 51 states for women’s well-being, citing low civic engagement and other challenges (women largely face issues in pay, education, and job conditions despite making up over 50 percent of the population). The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Local leaders, including Mayor Walt Maddox, Mayor Dale Phillips and County Probate Judge Rob Robertson, join a live forum today (noon to 2:00 p.m.) on Catfish 100.1 to discuss infrastructure, public safety, and economic development in Tuscaloosa and Northport. Tuscaloosa Thread
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ House Bill 300, awaiting Governor Ivey’s signature, would end out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screening and follow-up imaging in Alabama—if signed, the law takes effect on Jan. 1, 2027. The change aims to remove financial hurdles and help women catch cancer early. WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Crimson Tide will host the Auburn Tigers at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa on Saturday, March 7 (8:30 p.m. ET), with limited tickets starting at $148 available for purchase. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama women’s basketball seniors Karly Weathers and Jessica Timmons earned SEC honors Tuesday + Weathers was named SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year while Timmons joined the All-SEC Second Team, and both prepare for the SEC Tournament game today at 7:30 p.m. Tide 100.9
- ➤ The Crimson Tide defense will start spring practice in less than a week in Tuscaloosa under Coach Kalen DeBoer (in his third season) as the team readies a rebuilt lineup with returning starters and new transfers. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Alabama’s women basketball team lost 72-65 to Texas at Colemen Coliseum as Jessica Timmons scored 24 points and Coach Kristy Curry praised the growing support from fans. The team will face Missouri in the SEC Tournament tonight at 7:30 p.m. on SEC Network. Tide 100.9
- ➤ No. 16 Alabama basketball lost 98-88 to Georgia on Tuesday, Mar. 3 — the team struggled with turnovers and rebounding early while Georgia's Kano Catchings scored a career-high 32 points. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Softball
6:59-10:59 p.m. — Rhoads Stadium — [Cost Info Not Provided] — Witness a thrilling matchup as the Arkansas Razorbacks take on the Alabama Crimson Tide on their home turf.
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K-POP Warriors
7-8:30 p.m. — Bryant Conference Center — Free parking — Experience a high-energy K-Pop show filled with dance, music, and colorful characters.
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Tuscaloosa Spring Craft & Vendor Market
10 a.m. - 8 p.m. & 1 - 5:30 p.m. — University Mall — Free entry — Celebrate spring with local vendors and unique seasonal finds.
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