Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Manna Grocery and Deli will join Restaurant Week from June 18 to 27 with an Italian Roasted Chicken sandwich featuring housemade pesto and local basil at 2350 McFarland Blvd East.

Owner Anna Drennen says the deli is expanding its clean lunch menu with new grab-and-go meals.

The Fathers in the Park event will soon bring local dads and children together at a Tuscaloosa park for fun and community bonding.

Organizers say more details on timing and location will be shared soon.

UA graduate Ruby Tilghman was crowned Miss Alabama 2026 on June 6 at Samford University, earning a $15,000 scholarship and sponsor gifts while planning to start medical school at The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Fuel prices in Tuscaloosa remain high amid global supply issues & rising inflation.

As of June 15, local stations offer the best deals with Sam's Club at $3.24, Circle K at $3.25, Murphy USA at $3.26, and Marathon at $3.27.

The Tuscaloosa County School System’s Agriscience Teaching Farm (a hands-on lab) brings farm-to-table learning to students at Flatwoods and Holt Elementary Schools this summer.

Kids pick produce such as squash, cucumbers, and peppers and learn food-making skills like butter preparation to enjoy in their school meals.

The Fulbright Program has chosen 10 UA students for awards in teaching and research abroad during the 2026-2027 academic year.

It also named four alternate candidates who may serve if further funding becomes available.

West Alabama is set to receive up to 7 inches of rain this week as heavy downpours today and scattered storms through Friday may raise flooding risks; local weather officials advise caution on the roads.

The Alabama GOP dismissed a residency challenge against Sen. Tommy Tuberville on Sunday after reviewing his property, tax records & voting history, confirming he remains the party’s gubernatorial nominee.

The decision clears the way for his upcoming race against Doug Jones.

DCH Health System reviewed a civil complaint tied to a nurse’s death on May 12 and underlined its commitment to safety by rolling out security improvements (with input from staff and security experts) across its facilities.

The hospital confirmed that Mr. Taylor never visited any of its locations that day.

Alabama baseball faced Texas Monday in its second College World Series game at Charles Schwab Field.

The Crimson Tide, competing in its first CWS in 27 years after a 0-1 start, had swept recent Super Regional action with wins over St. Johns.

During the College World Series weekend in Omaha, Alabama fans sold 2,073 jello shots to rank seventh while Troy fans sold 3,793 to rank third, and the contest celebrated America's 250th anniversary with red, white + blue shots that supported Nebraska food banks.

ESPN's latest mock draft has Alabama guard Labaron Philon expected to be picked 17th by the Oklahoma City Thunder next week.

Philon led the Crimson Tide with 22 points per game during his sophomore season and now looks to advance his NBA career.

The RNB Brunch Experience

1:30-5 p.m. — Bryant Conference Center — Admission tickets available — Indulge in a unique blend of food, drinks, and a nostalgic R&B music experience.

Lauren Daigle Concert

7-9 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful music of two-time GRAMMY winner Lauren Daigle live in Tuscaloosa.