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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Crumbl Cookies will open a new shop at The Shoppes at Legacy Park in Tuscaloosa (1320 McFarland Blvd E) but no opening date has been announced, as the chain grows its network of 18 Alabama locations and over 1,000 stores across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Tuscaloosa officials are considering construction of a new fire station in West Tuscaloosa to improve emergency response in District 2 where railroad tracks have delayed responders — council members and the fire chief say the project will need over $2 million funded through the sale of a city property. The Public Safety Committee will review the proposal next Tuesday. ABC 33/40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former University of Alabama golfer Nick Dunlap (21) posted an 18-over 90 at the Masters on Thursday, making him the first player in a decade to miss breaking 90 and giving him a chance to set a record if he shot 68 on Friday. Alabama Public Radio
- ➤ Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer is optimistic about the wide receiver corps as he praised the group’s deep talent and work ethic, noting that players like Germie Bernard, Isaiah Horton, Jalen Halen, Cole Adams, Ryan Williams, Jaylen Mbakwe, Rico Scott, Bubba Hampton, Derek Meadows, and Lotzeir Brooks are building a strong foundation for the season. He said the group—dynamic and flexible—will compete for touches at today’s practice session starting at 12:00 p.m. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ The Crimson Tide is finishing spring practice today with A-Day’s shortened 90-minute open practice—replacing the traditional scrimmage—and will focus on five key players including freshman Lotzeir Brooks, sophomore Jaylen Mbakwe, freshman Dijon Lee, redshirt senior Dre Washington, and redshirt sophomore Wilkin Formby as they gear up for the 2025 season. Tuscaloosa Thread
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Easter Egg Hunt at Bowers Park
12-3 p.m. — Avenue Pub - Downtown Tuscaloosa — Free food and drinks — Celebrate Easter with a fun egg hunt open to the public.
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Jackson Chase Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — 43 Prime — Admission varies — Experience the musical talent of Tuscaloosa native Jackson Chase in an engaging live show.
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Puppy Palooza
11 AM – 1 PM — Tuscaloosa Midtown Village — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with adoptable dogs, activities, and live music at this community event.
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Missouri Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball
6:59 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience college baseball rivalry under the lights with local teams battling it out.
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Southern Soul Explosion
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater — Check for ticket information — Experience a night of soulful music with Calvin Richardson’s new hits.
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2025 Alabama Ducks Unlimited State Convention
4 PM - 10 PM — Hotel Capstone — Free entry — Celebrate conservation with fellow enthusiasts at the Alabama DU State Convention.
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Georgia Bulldogs vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Baseball
1 PM — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Check ticket prices — A thrilling college baseball matchup featuring top-tier teams in the SEC.
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