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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, May 8, the Area Agency on Aging of West Alabama held its annual luncheon at the Bryant Conference Center at the University and welcomed nearly 900 senior citizens from seven counties. WBRC chief meteorologist Wes Wyatt emceed the event (playing songs and engaging attendees). WBRC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa schools using Canvas experienced technical issues after a nationwide cyberattack disrupted access to grades, assignments and exams during spring finals week on May 8. Officials say systems are mostly restored — students are advised to check school emails for security updates. The Tuscaloosa News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Major road work begins across Tuscaloosa as students leave after commencement last week — University Boulevard is closed until mid-July and eight campus streets see closures, while a $4.3 million Greensboro Avenue project starts now to boost pedestrian safety before fall football season. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama won its series opener 8-3 against South Carolina with three home runs and a strong seven-inning outing by Tyler Fay. The Crimson Tide will clinch the series tomorrow at noon CT while managing an injury to Justin Lebron—he suffered a head impact during the game. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama softball defeated Florida 9-1 on Friday in Lexington to advance to the SEC Tournament Championship; the Crimson Tide now awaits the winner of the Georgia + Texas matchup. Tide 100.9
- ➤ During Friday’s win over South Carolina, star shortstop Justin Lebron collided in the seventh inning, returned to the bench, and later left the field for evaluation. His coach said Lebron feels okay — his status for tomorrow's game remains uncertain. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Crimson Tide shortstop Justin Lebron left the game after a collision with South Carolina first baseman Will Craddock (his head struck Craddock’s glove), and he was replaced by Jojo Williamson. 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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