Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Brookwood has scheduled a public meeting on Sept.

1 at 4:30 p.m. at the G.G. Hardin Center to address local questions about two proposed data center projects (one on 1,300 acres near the middle school and one on a 374-acre site). Only 50 local residents may reserve a speaking spot, with any remaining spots open to the public.

A cooling station is open in Tuscaloosa County today from noon until 5 p.m. to help residents during the heat advisory — call 205 349 0150 for shelter assistance.

Alabama football will give unknown running back Trae'shawn Brown an early chance in fall camp after injuries force a shift in depth ahead of the Sept.

5 opener against East Carolina. GM Courtney Morgan backed Brown after a recruiting shakeup — he impressed at A-Day with his balance and toughness.

Alabama football confirmed that five-star freshman defensive back Jorden Edmonds—injured with a lower-body issue before the scrimmage—is sidelined for several weeks during fall camp; his setback comes as coaches adjust playing time for other teammates.

Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, after spending four years in Tuscaloosa, dazzled in his NFL preseason debut Saturday by throwing 21-of-25 for 190 yards + two touchdowns, leading the Rams to a 20-12 win over the Chiefs in Kansas City.