Tuscaloosa
Today
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa City School Superintendent Mike Daria and Tuscaloosa County School System Superintendent Keri Johnson met today to discuss how rising mental health issues in children and teens are straining school resources (their talk focused on strategies to support affected students). The Tuscaloosa News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tuscaloosa Fire and Rescue has named Capt. Mark Delk as its new fire chief effective June 14—he brings nearly 20 years of fire service and emergency response experience from roles since 2006. Delk replaces retiring Randy Smith and will lead the department in improving emergency training and public safety. The Tuscaloosa News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama defeated Georgia 9-3 in game two as play was split on Friday and Sunday due to bad weather — the win forces a rubber match game three at Sewell-Thomas Stadium on Sunday. Alabama improved its season record to 38-13. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ On Sunday, Alabama closer Carson Ozmer broke the school's single-season saves record by earning his 15th save in a 9 to 3 win over Georgia and his 16th save in a 5 to 4 game that clinched the series — marking a historic night for the Tide. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama softball earned the No.15 NCAA Tournament seed and will host Virginia Tech, Belmont, and Jackson State at Rhoads Stadium this weekend — the team has qualified every year since coach Patrick Murphy’s first season in 1999 and will start regional play Friday, May 16th. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ No.23 Alabama beat No.6 Georgia 5-4 in a rain-shortened, seven-inning game that clinched the series win; the Tide had a record of (39-13, 14-12) while Georgia fell to (40-13, 16-11). Alabama tied its highest regular season win total since 2006 and will head to Gainesville this weekend to chase a 40-win season. Tuscaloosa Thread
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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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Live at The Plaza Concert Series
6–9 p.m. — Government Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy free live music every Friday with family and pets welcome.
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Jackson Chase Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — 43 Prime — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with Jackson Chase, a talented local vocalist from Tuscaloosa.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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