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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 9, Temporary Emergency Services of West Alabama will host its Crawfish Festival at Druid City Social (301 Greensboro Ave), offering a traditional crawfish boil, live music by DJ Dre Day and fun activities to raise funds for its services. Tuscaloosa Thread
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First Friday Art Walk returns Friday, May 1 in downtown Tuscaloosa with a vibrant lineup of art exhibitions. Venues such as the Paul R. Jones Museum, Lorrie Lane Studio and Gallery 22 invite residents to explore the city's creative scene. Tuscaloosa Thread
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alabama SSI recipients will receive their check on Friday, May 1 — Social Security payments will be issued on May 13, May 20 or May 27 based on birth dates, helping many cover early month expenses. The SSA follows its regular payment schedule for May. The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama freshman running back EJ Crowell was sidelined this spring with a right leg injury and did not play in A-Day, but coach Kalen DeBoer said he will likely recover by June so he can join practice at Crimson Tide training. AL.com
- ➤ Ty Simpson, who started all 15 games for Alabama in 2025, was selected as the 13th overall pick by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2026 NFL draft and joins a quarterback room led by Matthew Stafford; Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer said Simpson’s move worked out well. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats said Aden Holloway’s return for the upcoming season depends on pending legal matters (further details are still to be resolved) while the team maintains a steady practice schedule. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ The University Board approved a seven year contract extension for football coach Kalen DeBoer that pays him 12.5 million dollars a year after two seasons with the Crimson Tide. Former coach Nick Saban said he welcomed the move to add team stability. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Coach Nate Oats is excited about a rebuilt roster that adds size and strength for the upcoming season. The team plans to add three freshmen and four transfers — including players from Kentucky and NC State — to improve defensive rebounding and boost its championship hopes. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer said at Regions Pro Am in Birmingham that freshman running back EJ Crowell will likely be healthy to start by June. He added that practice reps & extra drills will help him regain strength for the season. Tide 100.9
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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.
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