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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alabama rising country star Myles Morgan, a University of Alabama student, performed at Soul Kitchen Music Hall in Mobile last weekend and drew more fans than other debut acts including Riley Green. His new song, Ain't No Sunshine (a Bill Withers cover), is gaining praise on local radio and online platforms. Tuscaloosa Thread
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Dan Bachrach from Culverhouse College of Business is set to receive the 2024 Burnum Distinguished Faculty Award at a ceremony on April 23 at 4 p.m. in Deshe Parlor—he will deliver a special lecture titled "Leadership and Scholarship at the Culverhouse College of Business." The University of Alabama
- ➤ A senior from Paul W Bryant High School became the first in Tuscaloosa City Schools to earn the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship when he received a $40,000 scholarship & engineering internship on April 12; he is set to graduate next month with a 4.3 GPA and will choose between The University of Alabama and the University of Michigan for his engineering studies. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Walt Maddox, Councilman Cassius Lanier and most city council members cut the ribbon at Springbrook Park Tuesday morning—almost $2 million was used for a new fifth-mile walking track, improved lighting and security cameras, two playgrounds and covered seating areas. The park at 500 30th Street East opened to the public with funds from the Elevate Tuscaloosa sales tax plan—offering new recreation and safety for the community. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama residents aged 18 and over must have a STAR ID if they plan to fly or enter secure federal sites because starting May 7 a license or ID card that meets Real ID standards is required. Residents can obtain their STAR ID at any Alabama Law Enforcement Agency driver's license office by showing four documents to prove their identity. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Tuscaloosa mayor Walt Maddox said the city's budget is tight after the property tax increase failed and the internet sales tax cost $15 million—school district leaders will cut 24 jobs next school year to balance the budget. WBRC
- ➤ Mayor Maddox said tariffs on exported goods could hurt Tuscaloosa in the long run while changes to A-Day at UA have led to fewer fans at practices but other school events are making up for it. He noted that the McWright’s-Ferry road project will finish this fall and bids for the new Saban Center will come in on May 15th (with construction expected to start in August). WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Brookwood alum Brandon Johnson joined coach Jeff Bell's team at Northridge to train the pitching staff and share routines from his minor league and college days—his efforts helped the Jaguars lower their ERA to 2.65 and win the area title. The team will host Helena in the first round of the playoffs on Friday. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama gymnast Rachel Rybicki won the NCAA Elite 90 award on Tuesday at the national championships in Fort Worth for having the highest GPA among gymnasts—she kept a 4.00 while studying economics, finance and Spanish. She also earned two Scholastic All-American honors and will intern with Goldman Sachs this summer. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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Adam Hood Concert
7-11:59 p.m. — Government Plaza — Tickets required — Enjoy a soulful evening of country and American roots music from Adam Hood.
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