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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa radio station 95.3 The Bear will choose one winner each week as Alabama Campers in Tuscaloosa hosts a giveaway for a $95,000 Keystone Sprinter 5th wheel on Saturday, July 12 at 11 a.m.—twelve people will have a chance to win a luxury RV with two bathrooms and a master suite. Tide 100.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Angelica Quintana was sentenced to life in prison on April 22 for the 2022 vehicular murder of Dennis Melton in Tuscaloosa County — the court also ordered her to pay court costs and a $50 victim compensation assessment while applying her cash bond to those payments. ABC 33/40
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduate student Jordan Prough’s dance will be performed in Washington, D.C. from May 2 to May 4 at the Gonda Theater at Georgetown University—making it one of only three works selected from 49 entries at the American College Dance Association’s Southeast conference gala and marking a milestone for Prough and her UA dance major collaborator MO Dudley. The University of Alabama
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former councilwoman Phyllis Odom cut the ribbon on $2.5 million in upgrades at Burrell Odom Park, renamed in honor of her late husband, on Wednesday at 3230 8th Street in the West End—upgrades include new lighting and security, a basketball court, walking track, playgrounds, renovated restrooms and shaded seating areas funded by the Elevate Tuscaloosa plan. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell was picked by the Philadelphia Eagles with the No. 31 overall selection in the first round of the NFL draft after starting most of his past two seasons for the Crimson Tide. He recorded 117 tackles as a junior and became Alabama’s first first-round linebacker since Rashaan Evans in 2018 — the Eagles traded up to secure him. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ On Wednesday, Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Booker shared his favorite memories — winning the SEC Championship — and a visit to LSU in an empty stadium — as he credited coaches Nick Saban and Kalen DeBoer for his progress. He awaited his NFL call on Thursday night. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Several former Alabama players—Tyler Booker, Jalen Milroe and Jihaad Campbell—attended the 2025 NFL draft in Green Bay on April 24th while rounds on April 25th continue later today. Alabama looks to extend its streak of first-round selections as the event unfolds. 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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Live at The Plaza Concert Series
6-9 p.m. — Government Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy free live local music in a family-friendly atmosphere with fun activities for the kids.
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