Tuscaloosa
Today
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tuscaloosa County Commission purchased the historic Bama Theatre from the Tuscaloosa County Park and Recreation Authority yesterday + they plan to partner with the Arts and Humanities Council and local schools to keep the venue active as a performance space. The Tuscaloosa News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Epic Flight Academy will hold an open house on Saturday, Apr. 18 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at its Tuscaloosa campus on 4800 Carter Drive. Aspiring pilots can learn about flight training — including a complimentary Discovery Flight and free simulator sessions — and get answers to their questions. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ JSU professor Dr. Benjamin Gross is launching a statewide civic education initiative to help teachers use primary sources (lodge and honorarium included) to counter election misinformation; the first K-5 seminar is set for this summer and applications are due by April 17. WBRC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tuscaloosa Police Department was recognized statewide for expanding its mental health training as over 300 personnel completed Mental Health First Aid training since early 2022 (including patrol officers, dispatchers, and investigators) and added social workers and a Behavior Intervention Team to boost crisis responses. Tuscaloosa Thread
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dreamland Bar-B-Que in Tuscaloosa was voted Alabama's best BBQ spot by Southern Living readers today; its hickory-smoked ribs and Southern sides draw Crimson Tide fans, and the restaurant (established in 1958) serves signature flavors at 10 locations. The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After spirited spring practices, defensive back Dijon Lee Jr said the returning secondary is ready to be the best, and the team will wrap up practice with A-Day (Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m. CT). The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Linebacker Yhonzae Pierre returns to the Crimson Tide to complete unfinished business and start fresh with his new number 0. He will boost the defense as Alabama eyes finishing spring practice on Saturday, Apr. 11 — setting bold new goals. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ After a one-point loss to Ole Miss on Friday in the SEC Tournament, Alabama guard Houston Mallette (a graduate player) said he did a terrible job getting the team ready. The Tide will practice this week as they prepare for the NCAA tournament. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama dropped game one of its SEC season opener Friday as Kentucky hit three early home runs — handing the Crimson Tide a 7 to 4 loss. The team now stands at 15 to 4 overall and will try to secure a win in game two tomorrow at 1 p.m. CT. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Alabama High School Athletic Association released eight new basketball classifications for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons (splitting public and private schools) after a Jan. 23 meeting in Montgomery; local teams now brace for upcoming changes. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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Samford Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball
6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Cost information not provided — Catch the local college baseball rivalry in action.
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Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball
6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy thrilling college baseball action featuring local teams.
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Tuscaloosa Margarita Festival
12-6 p.m. — The Venue — Ticket required — Sample the best margaritas in town while dancing to a live DJ and enjoying delicious food options.
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Swan Lake Ballet
1-4 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Tickets $27.60 - $97.75 — Experience the timeless tale of love and enchantment in this classic ballet performance.
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