Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa City Schools held its annual Celebrate the Arts showcase at Paul W. Bryant High School auditorium at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 30, where students from across the district performed to promote arts education + community members purchased tickets in advance. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Saban Center topped out Monday at 11 a.m. downtown with the final beam set in place (Nick and Terry Saban attended) as Mayor Walt Maddox noted construction is on schedule and the facility will open in 2027 as a state-of-the-art STEM center. WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Freshman Ambrey Taylor (softball player) said the team used its SEC break to regroup ahead of the Texas series. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama junior Daniel Hill is pushing his team to refine the run game ahead of the A-Day spring game at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday, April 11 — he said the focus is on becoming more explosive after a challenging 2025 season. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ After sweeping Auburn at The Joe last weekend, Alabama baseball jumped from No. 23 to No. 16 in the Coaches Poll and tied Arkansas, and the team (with a record of 22 wins and 7 losses) will face top 15 Sooners from April 2-4. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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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.
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Vanderbilt Commodores vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Watch college baseball as the Commodores take on the Crimson Tide in a thrilling match.
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