Tuscaloosa
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Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can visit Holliman Farm in Gordo for its 34th daylily sale starting May 22nd by appointment only. The event showcases a wide array of colorful daylilies that offer a fresh way to brighten local gardens. The Tuscaloosa News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chief Musician Adrienne Welker (a Tuscaloosa native) retired from the Navy on May 7 after 26 years of service; her retirement ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard honored her leadership and global performances. Tuscaloosa Thread
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local safety experts share vital tips for bike and motorcycle riders, urging them to wear helmets and inspect their gear (to reduce accidents) on Tuscaloosa roads. This advice aims to help riders stay safe as they enjoy their trips. WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vic Moten and head coach Jena Young discussed his barehanded catch + throw that helped secure a 9-0 shutout over SC Upstate in the Tuscaloosa Regional championship, marking a key moment in the season. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Jena Young hit two 2-run homers during the Tuscaloosa Regional win over SC Upstate, with Alabama coach Patrick Murphy saying her good breakfast gave her the strength she needed. The performance boosted the team’s momentum on the field. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama high school baseball finals kick off today with Class 2A starting at 4 p.m. and continue through Friday with other classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, while fans can stream live on (NFHS Network) with subscription plans available. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama softball, the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament, will host a super regional at Rhoads Stadium from May 22–24 after sweeping the Tuscaloosa Regional on May 17; they aim to advance to the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ High school softball teams will compete at the AHSAA state championships at Choccolocco Park in Oxford from today until Friday, May 22 (Classes 4A and 6A begin today while Class 3A wraps on Friday), with championship games streamed on the NFHS Network. The Tuscaloosa News
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