Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Women of Prayer and Power will host a free Back-to-School Bash Saturday, Aug.

1 in downtown Moundville (near Big Mike’s Steakhouse) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; the event offers school supplies, food vendors, games, giveaways, and community resources for families.

Northport launched a new initiative to honor local veterans and active-duty military.

The program will host events and recognitions and is set to begin community celebrations soon + more details will follow.

Tuscaloosa Super Skate on Highway 82 announced a special weekly schedule that includes Christian Skate Night on Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. for $7 plus themed sessions on Family Friday, teen Saturday, and Sunday afternoons.

New Heights Foundation received a $75,000 donation from Boost Giving to expand its community resource programs for students and families in the city school system.

The funds will strengthen services (including health care, mental health, and academic support) at its center.

School start dates for the 2026-2027 year have been released across central Alabama (Tuscaloosa City Schools begin classes on Monday, Aug.

10) with staggered schedules in nearby districts.

University of Alabama alumni will meet President Peter Mohler and baseball head coach Rob Vaughn at the National Alumni Association kickoff party at the River Market on Tuesday, Aug.

4 at 5:30 p.m. The family-friendly event—featuring barbecue dinner, live entertainment, and adult tickets at $30 with discounts for children.

The University of Alabama is accepting applications for in-game hosts for the upcoming athletics season 2026-2027; candidates can build live experience and enhance their resume by applying now on campus.

A new technology to prevent hair loss in cancer patients has been introduced in Tuscaloosa, where local doctors are beginning trials.

The innovative method is expected to improve treatment comfort & may become a new option in cancer care.

A new Paxman Scalp Cooling machine is now in use at DCH Regional Medical Center to help breast cancer patients manage hair loss during treatment.

Laura Skinner, diagnosed a month ago, has completed three sessions and praised the machine (which cools hair follicles to reduce chemotherapy damage).

Alabama football kicks off at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa on Sept.

5 at 12:00 p.m. ET (tickets start at $17). The season schedule also lists key matchups such as Georgia on Oct. 10 and Auburn on Nov. 28.

Alabama men’s basketball has released its conference schedule for the 2026-2027 season with nine home games & nine road games planned.

The team will open its regular season on Friday, Nov. 6 against Arkansas State following an exhibition in Birmingham on Oct. 15.