Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

The World's Longest Yard Sale is underway today through Monday, Aug.

9, stretching 690 miles to include key stops in Fort Payne, Collinsville (and) Gadsden along Lookout Mountain Parkway where vendors offer antiques, collectibles and more.

State records show that APLD BHM-01 LLC, an Applied Digital affiliate, received a stormwater permit for a Brookwood project near Brookwood Middle School.

The permit covers a 2 million sqft industrial site disturbing nearly 137 acres, with construction having begun in late July 2026 and set to end by the end of 2028 (tying in with the company’s AI campus plans).

Tuscaloosa City Schools improved their state report card score to 86 after investments in quality teachers and new programs; district leaders said student safety, certified staffing, and a new entrepreneurship course offered in partnership with local business leaders are top priorities for the upcoming year starting Monday, Aug. 10.

With students returning to school, the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff’s Department warns that social media posts may trigger law enforcement action under House Bill 7 (which mandates that schools report posts considered terrorist threats), noting that only statements meeting the legal definition will result in charges.

A Shorter resident captured video of a large rattlesnake crossing a dirt road in Macon County yesterday at 10:53 a.m. CTA and the clip quickly drew thousands of views on TikTok (sparking local debate over snake safety).

The Hope Point Crisis Care (1401 Greensboro Avenue) in Tuscaloosa is open 24/7 to support mental health and substance abuse issues for children and adults.

CEO Karen Jones highlighted the center's services on 953 Bear Steve and DC Morning Show.

Earlier this week, fans gathered at Riverwalk Market for a pre-season rally to boost support before the opener against East Carolina.

A student in the Big Al costume lifted spirits with visits that included a memorable stop at a cancer treatment center (bringing comfort to those battling chemo).

Alabama practiced on Thursday morning in Tuscaloosa while the media watched 15 minutes of fall camp, highlighting the linebacker and defensive back lineups.

The team will practice again today before playing East Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 5.

At today's first fall camp practice, Alabama coach Ryan Grubb is evaluating transfers Nick Brooks (from Texas) and Jayvin James (from Mississippi State) for the right tackle spot.

The team will prepare to open the season on Saturday, Sept. 5 against East Carolina.

AL.com released a list of Alabama’s top high school football tight ends in AISA after surveying 28 coaches.

The ranking shows players’ strength and speed (a key point for many coaches) while fans will soon vote to name the best for the upcoming season.