Tuscaloosa
Today
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mary Ann Phelps, a longtime civic leader who helped build Tuscaloosa's parks and public facilities (including work with the PARA), died Aug. 15 at her home at 93. A visitation is set for noon Aug. 21 at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Tuscaloosa (following a private family service). The Tuscaloosa News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officer Jessica Wilson of the UA Police Department was awarded the Carolyn Potter Outstanding Anti-Human Trafficking Service Award for her leadership on the West Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force—she has used community work to investigate cases and bring traffickers to justice. WBRC
- ➤ Alabama Governor Kay Ivey set Oct. 23 as the execution date for inmate Anthony Boyd, 53, convicted for burning Gregory Huguley to death in 1993 after a failed $200 cocaine deal, and Boyd filed a lawsuit claiming the nitrogen gas method is unconstitutionally cruel—while a federal hearing is set for Sept. 4. Alabama Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ McLure Library reopened this summer after extensive renovations updated its systems, improved ADA access and added a west side addition near Stadium Drive. The building now houses the School of Library and Information Studies — featuring new learning labs and classrooms for modern education. The University of Alabama
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Mayor Walt Maddox presented his Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal to the Tuscaloosa City Council—focusing on public safety, education, infrastructure and innovation—while avoiding cuts amid limited sales tax revenue growth. ABC 33/40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eleven Alabama football players were named to the 2025 preseason All-SEC coaches team on Aug. 19—headlined by offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor and wide receiver Ryan Williams—and the team will open its season on Aug. 30 at Florida State. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Houston Mallette handed out free biscuits on move-in day for University of Alabama students as the Crimson Tide introduced Jack’s as its official biscuit sponsor for the 2025-26 athletic season. The coupon vouchers noted that players Domani Jackson and Cole Adams reportedly backed the deal—tying the local breakfast favorite to the team’s future. The Tuscaloosa News
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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.
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Andy Gross Live
7 PM – 1 AM — The Historic Bama Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the dynamic blend of comedy and magic with viral sensation Andy Gross.
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Jackson Chase Live Performance
9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — Tuscaloosa River Market — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of local talent Jackson Chase in a scenic riverside setting.
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Dustin Lynch: Club Set
7-9:30 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an energetic live performance by country star Dustin Lynch in Tuscaloosa.
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Pitbull Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Grammy-winning star Pitbull, mixing music with motivational energy.
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The Big Get Down in T-Town
7-11 p.m. — Central High School, Tuscaloosa, AL — $35 Early Bird — Experience the biggest outdoor concert of the summer with live performances and food trucks under the stars.
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What you resist, persists.
~ Carl Jung
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