Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today at Lake Lurleen State Park to mark the reopening and improved facilities for outdoor recreation.

Community members attended and will learn more about upcoming programs (details to follow).

Dozens of community leaders + parents, board members and staff attended the ribbon-cutting at the renovated Boys and Girls Club clubhouse on Alberta Parkway Friday morning.

The project is Phase One of a plan to better serve local children and teens.

On April 17, 2026, the Jaycee Park Boys and Girls Club unveiled its new entrance addition and renovations with a ribbon cutting that featured children participating and visitors touring the club (including University of Alabama Athletics Director Greg Byrne).

During a festival planning seminar this week in Tuscaloosa, the Southeast Festivals and Events Association partnered with Visit Tuscaloosa to convene two dozen festival + event planners who discussed adapting events to changing customer needs, addressing high gas prices, and preparing for America’s 250th celebration.

Morgan Wallen’s concert fills Bryant-Denny Stadium today as over 70,000 fans are set to enjoy the country music show.

Local officials advise planning for campus parking closures and road delays (authorities estimate up to 80,000 in attendance) around event time.

A new study by Niche ranks four Alabama towns as among the lowest cost of living in America based on factors like housing and grocery costs.

Hamilton, Newton, Hobson City, and Geneva earned grades ranging from B+ to B as their median home values ranged from about $89K to $108K.

Northport City Council will review a proposal for a 144-room hotel plus 54 convertible condo rooms near River Run Park at its Monday night meeting at City Hall.

The project, planned on currently undeveloped recreational land, is expected to boost local infrastructure.

The board approved plans to expand Jordan-Hare stadium on Apr.

11 in Tuscaloosa — details on design and timeline are pending, with more information expected soon.

Former Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. signed a record-breaking three-year, $150 million contract extension with the Houston Texans, making him the NFL's highest-paid non-quarterback after just three seasons.

The deal includes a no-trade clause and $100 million fully guaranteed.

Former Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. signed a record-breaking three-year, $150 million extension with the Texans, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.

The deal includes a no-trade clause (ensuring his long-term commitment) and follows his standout rookie season.

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.

Alabama vs. Ole Miss Baseball Game

6-7 p.m. — Sewell-Thomas Stadium — Great community event — Experience an exciting baseball showdown between the Crimson Tide and the Rebels.