Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

A water main has broken at 1st Avenue North causing local disruptions—repair crews are working to restore the water supply.

University of Alabama freshmen formed the Script A on Saban Field in Bryant-Denny Stadium as part of a longstanding tradition marking the start of the academic year & signaling the beginning of classes.

UA will use Blackboard Ultra for all courses by Spring 2026 so that instructors can copy course material quickly and students can track progress easily—support sessions and online guides are in place to ease the transition.

The platform is built for smoother workflows and better accessibility with a mobile-friendly design.

A recent inspection of the Parkwood Road Bridge over Shades Creek in Jefferson County showed that flood debris had eroded the ground behind it—officials closed the bridge for a week and installed rip rap and cameras to monitor repairs.

Alabama’s bridges received a C+ rating, and funding from a higher gas tax and federal aid will support more fixes statewide.

The FDA issued a recall on two—pound bags of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart in Alabama and 12 other states after detecting the radioactive chemical Cesium—137 at ports in Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, and Savannah; consumers should throw away any recalled product and contact their doctor if concerned about exposure.

The Crimson Tide is aiming to climb back to the top this season after a 9—4 year, as coach Kalen DeBoer works to fix past mistakes and improve in key moments.

Alabama named Ty Simpson as the starting quarterback and will face tough away games starting Aug 30 against Florida State.

Alabama football named its permanent 2025 team captains—Lawson, Brailsford, Keenan III and Simpson—in an announcement ahead of the season opener against Florida State on Aug 30.

In Week 0 of Tuscaloosa-area high school football, Tuscaloosa Academy traveled to ACA on Thursday while Tuscaloosa County will face Central on Friday—live scores and updates are being posted as the season unfolds.

USA TODAY Sports released record projections for all 136 college football teams as the season begins on Saturday.

The rankings show that Penn State, Clemson and Notre Dame rank high—Texas leads the SEC by one game ahead of Georgia and Alabama while Kansas State is favored in the Big 12.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Louisiana Monroe Warhawks vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Football

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium — Tickets vary — Experience thrilling college football action as the Warhawks take on the Crimson Tide.

ZZ Top Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Amphitheater — Last-minute tickets available — Rock out with the legendary ZZ Top at this iconic venue.

Evanescence Concert

6-9 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Amphitheater — Check for ticket details — Experience the powerful sounds of Evanescence live as they promote their latest music.

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Tuscaloosa Amphitheater — Check local listings — Experience the unforgettable hits of a legendary music partnership.

Tuscaloosa Oktoberfest 5K

8-9 a.m. — Government Plaza — Registration fees apply — Lace up for a day of fun and purpose while supporting the American Cancer Society.