Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Local residents are mourning fallen servicemen with memorial events planned — officials say more details will be shared soon.

Tuscaloosa County Commission bought the nearly 90-year-old Bama Theatre and adjacent office space downtown for $3.5 million on March 14, keeping the venue public for concerts, movies and community events + it will partner with the Arts and Humanities Council and local school systems to expand performances.

Zumper (a rental marketplace) data show that Tuscaloosa apartments are now listed at a median of $1,400, up from February 2025’s $1,385, with one-bedroom units increasing 11% from February’s $900; the analysis covers studios to four-bedrooms and aligns with statewide trends.

Four-star edge Jabarrius Garror (6-foot-2, 215-pound) decommitted from Alabama's 2027 recruiting class on Saturday after over a year of commitment.

He had offers from 29 schools and is set for an official visit to Alabama on June 18 (with visits to Auburn, Texas A&M, and Texas scheduled).

Alabama basketball fans will watch the Crimson Tide learn its NCAA Tournament seeding today at 5 p.m. CT on CBS (streamed via Fubo) as the team advances after a surprising SEC Tournament run.

On Friday, March 13, the AHSAA met virtually to set winter and spring reclassification and discussed possible rule changes for varsity basketball, including a shot clock and mercy rule.

The board will revisit these proposals in an April meeting.

The AHSAA released updated baseball classifications and regions for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years after splitting public & private schools during a Jan.

23 meeting in Montgomery. The reorganization will affect postseason play and reassign teams for upcoming seasons.

Alabama basketball warmed up ahead of its 2026 SEC Tournament game against Ole Miss — making full use of the available practice space to refine plays before the contest.

Northridge High School did not retain boys basketball coach Barry Sanderson, who finished with a 73 to 26 record and led the Jaguars to their first Elite Eight appearance in 2025 as the decision came on March 12 after playoff losses.

Northridge boys basketball is set to name a new head coach after school officials decided not to retain Barry Sanderson, who led the team to a Class 6A Area 6 Championship and an Elite Eight run.

The decision follows parent concerns over the team’s direction—officials plan to announce the replacement.

Former Saraland standout Ryan Coleman-Williams enters his junior season at Alabama with a new name — using his mother's last name — and a return to his high school No. 1 jersey after a challenging sophomore season.

Alabama softball ended its 25-game win streak with a 14-9 loss to No. 9 Arkansas on Saturday at Rhoads Stadium and will try to rebound in a series rematch today at 1:30 p.m. against the Razorbacks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.