Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

The Westside Church of Christ will host its annual backpack drive on Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. until supplies run out at 2925 17th St.—families in Tuscaloosa County with children in K-12 can pick up one free backpack filled with school supplies—and enjoy free hot dogs, hamburgers, and bouncy houses.

Family members expressed deep concern as the suspect in the quadruple shooting appeared in court—officials said his case will move forward with pending charges.

Tuscaloosa comedian Lamar 'LP' Pullom will mark a decade of laughter with his 10th anniversary comedy roast on Friday, July 25 at 7 p.m.—the event will be held at the Shindig Family Entertainment Center at 5800 McFarland Blvd E and feature roasts by his closest friends and peers.

Brookings researchers mapped AI readiness for nearly 200 metro areas using more than a dozen measures and placed cities like Tuscaloosa in groups that show their levels of talent and innovation.

Mark Muro said local leaders must support workers as AI changes labor markets — a shift that may widen gaps if only a few cities benefit.

Drivers must stop for school buses with their stop signs out in school zones as students head back to school, or they could face fines, community service, and license suspension.

Alabama law applies on roads without a median except for divided highways — and speeding in these zones may double the fines.

The Alabama Department of Public Health warned residents that soaring triple-digit heat indices can lead to heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke — advising them to drink water, stay in air-conditioned areas, avoid direct sun, and never leave people or pets in parked vehicles.

Jackson Chase: Rhythm & Brews

9 PM - 1 AM — Rhythm & Brews — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the full band performance of Tuscaloosa native Jackson Chase, a talented singer on stage since elementary school.

Hot Hundred Cycling Event

12 AM – 2 PM — Tuscaloosa — Registration fee required — Experience scenic rides through the rolling hills while supporting mental health initiatives.

Hydroponic Systems Workshop for Gardeners and Educators

2-7 p.m. — Tuscaloosa County Courthouse Annex Auditorium — Free — Learn about hydroponics and build your own system to take home while enjoying lunch.

Rhythm & Brews Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Rhythm & Brews — Tickets available — Experience Glen Templeton’s country music live in Tuscaloosa.

Jamey Johnson Live Concert

7-9:30 PM — Druid City Music Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the award-winning singer/songwriter Jamey Johnson performing live in Tuscaloosa.