Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

The West Alabama Down Syndrome community celebrated World Down Syndrome Day on March 21 at Mary Phelps Activity Center, where dancers and families marked the event with joyful music and tradition (recalling the group’s humble beginnings with pizza outings).

Alabama basketball took a 90-65 win over Texas Tech Sunday to move on to the Sweet Sixteen.

The Tide improved its defense by using strong rebounding (with 47 rebounds) and now will face No. 1 seed Michigan in Chicago for a shot at the Elite Eight.

Alabama women’s basketball beat Rhode Island 68–55 at the KFC Yum Center (in Louisville) on Saturday, March 21 to advance to the Round of 32 for a third straight year.

They will face No. 3 seed Louisville today at 12 p.m.

Alabama basketball is set to face Texas Tech in the Round of 32 at Benchmark International Arena later this week.

The Tuscaloosa News predicts an 84-80 win for the Crimson Tide during its sixth March Madness run under coach Nate Oats as freshman Amari Allen looks to lead the offense.

On Sunday, the Crimson Tide rallied in game three when team captain Will Plattner hit a game-tying two-run homer that sparked a seven-run inning to sweep Florida; the Tide will host Auburn starting Friday, Mar.

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Team captain Will Plattner hit a game-tying two-run homer — sparking a seven-run inning that helped the Tide complete a series sweep over Florida on Sunday.

The team will host Auburn Friday at 6 p.m.

In the NCAA Tournament’s first round on March 22, Labaron Philon led Alabama to a 90-70 win over Hofstra with 29 points, eight rebounds and seven assists; the Crimson Tide will now face Texas Tech in the second round.

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.

Kentucky Wildcats vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Softball

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Rhoads Stadium — Check event host for latest details — Come cheer on the Alabama softball team as they face off against Kentucky in a thrilling SEC matchup.