Tuscaloosa
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Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several major events light up this weekend in Tuscaloosa; the free Druid City Arts Festival runs today at Government Plaza offering art exhibits, live music (with food vendors) while A-Day, featuring a UA Walk of Fame and football scrimmage, will take place tomorrow at Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ The Mal Moore Memorial Golf Tournament will take place April 23 and 24 at The Westerfield Club to raise funds for Boys & Girls Clubs that support local youth. A cocktail party & auction will kick off at 6:30 p.m. on April 23. Tuscaloosa Thread
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former employees of Central Alabama Water learned this morning that they will not receive promised severance pay after layoffs reportedly based on race; the company said it is working with the Alabama Dept of Revenue to confirm if payments are tax exempt. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Network Navigator offers small business owners a new tool to connect with local resources and expertise. The platform will soon support entrepreneurs in Tuscaloosa + boost the local business community. WBRC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA’s Artemis II safely circles the moon as Huntsville engineers at Marshall Space Flight Center monitor mission science and system performance from twin control rooms—LUCA and LESA. Local firms built vital spacecraft parts that show Alabama is central to NASA’s deep-space return. The Tuscaloosa News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC’s mobile lab is screening coal miners for black lung in Sumiton today and will visit Bessemer, Berry, Brookwood, Adger, and Tuscaloosa tomorrow—offering free 30-minute tests with results given in about 12 weeks. Alabama Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama held its 12th spring practice at Thomas Drew Practice Fields ahead of Saturday’s A-Day scrimmage at Bryant-Denny Stadium; players Caleb Woodson, Lotzeir Brooks and Terrance Green compete for starting roles. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Bama AD Greg Byrne discussed future Bryant-Denny concerts contingent on Morgan Wallen's performance, noting 60,000+ ticket sales out of a 70,000 limit. He also revealed Nate Oats' salary and set the stage for Saturday's A-Day scrimmage and QB competition. Tuscaloosa Thread
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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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