Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today a community baby shower took place in Tuscaloosa where local organizers provided baby supplies and support to expectant parents—organizers aimed to help families prepare for new arrivals. WBRC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa recently held its nursing graduation where 29 students completed their program with a nurse pinning ceremony that honored Florence Nightingale using a candle lighting. Several graduates said they are ready to continue at four-year schools or start work at local hospitals + college officials plan to expand the nursing program with renovations to train more students. WBRC
- ➤ President Stuart Bell oversaw his final commencement at the University of Alabama on May 3, awarding over 6,400 degrees & noting he presented about 100,000 degrees during his time at the Capstone. The Tuscaloosa News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After celebrating the Persian New Year, doctoral student Alireza Doroudi was arrested by armed immigration officers at his Tuscaloosa apartment in March. He is held in a Louisiana detention facility and will face a deportation hearing next week—local Iranian students report rising fear amid a federal crackdown. WBRC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 47-acre estate in Tuscaloosa offers private access to Lake Tuscaloosa and includes a barn with a guest suite. Built in 2006, the home spans nearly 7,000 square feet with five bedrooms and five and a half baths, blending upscale design + everyday functionality. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain disrupted Alabama high school playoffs as six baseball games and 11 soccer matches were rescheduled to Saturday or Monday, while a track meet in Gulf Shores shifted to a rolling schedule (field events will be evaluated by 10 a.m.). Some games played on May 3 were affected and later contests are planned for May 5 (final game times to be confirmed). The Tuscaloosa News
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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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Interviewing Skills Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Goodwill Store & Donation Center — Free entry — Prepare for success with tips and strategies to ace your next interview.
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A+ College Ready Leadership Institute 2025
3:30 AM - 10:30 AM — Bryant Conference Center — Registration required — Equip and empower educators to foster innovation in Alabama schools.
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