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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Wish Makers at Bama held its first wish reveal for Northport resident Angel Shepherd and her family, granting the four year old with trisomy 18 a trip to Disney World. Angel’s parents, James Shepherd and KeDedre Grant, said the event brought relief and joy after a school year long effort raised $10,000 for the wish—ensuring special memories despite her condition. The Crimson White
- ➤ On April 19, children and families enjoyed an Easter celebration at Mason’s Place playground with Eggstravaganza featuring petting zoos, egg fishing, inflatables, and obstacle courses—volunteers also offered face painting and cotton candy. The Tuscaloosa News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman died after a shooting in Tuscaloosa Saturday—police and the Violent Crimes Unit are investigating the incident in the 3400 block of Greensboro Avenue. WBRC
- ➤ Local officials warned that scammers are targeting residents with calls, texts, and emails posing as the DMV or Homeland Security to steal personal details+social security, credit card, and passport information needed for a STAR ID before May 7, urging people to use only official DMV channels. WBRC
SPORTS 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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~ Benjamin Franklin
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