Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Today, Tuscaloosa's Praise 93.3 – 790 WTSK won a national award at the 2025 Stellar Awards in Nashville for its decades of gospel service and community faith.

The station reached this milestone through strong listener support and celebrated its first win as proof of its lasting influence in Tuscaloosa.

Local leaders are considering a 15-year agreement to host the Kentuck Festival of the Arts through 2039 with the Projects Committee set to review the deal today.

The festival at Snow Hinton Park, which drew 16,000 visitors last year, has strong backing from the mayor and local council members—ensuring its future as a key cultural event.

The University of Alabama is finishing campus upgrades this fall to help students and staff—projects include a major psychology building expansion, road work near the Quad, a renovation of Capital Hall for costume work, and the addition of eight new pickleball courts.

At UA’s RISE Center on the UA campus, preschool children celebrated their graduation with short performances and received diplomas rolled up and tied with a red ribbon—marking a milestone in their early education.

The program, which has helped over 1,000 young graduates since 1974, provides a blend of early education, integrated therapy, and child development to prepare children for kindergarten in Tuscaloosa.

Flourish Alabama partnered with UA Medical Center for an outdoor Art and Healing event in Tuscaloosa—artists from the Black Belt shared personal stories through poems and spoken word while a mobile unit provided free health screenings.

The event highlighted art's role in boosting mental health and self-worth.

New and expectant moms in west Alabama received free help with breastfeeding at an event hosted by Diamonds for Doulas, Mama’s Wellnest, and ROSE in Tuscaloosa—organizers explained the benefits and addressed myths that lower breastfeeding rates.

Diamonds for Doulas also runs a monthly support group providing ongoing care for mothers.

University of Alabama's Million Dollar Band, which has over 400 members, held band camp in mid-August to prepare for the upcoming football season — they practiced outdoor drills in the morning and took breaks to cool down.

The band staff used ice towels and rain gear plans to protect instruments if thunderstorms arrived.

Coaches DeBoer and Grubb told new starting quarterback Ty Simpson to just play ball as he prepares to face Florida State on Saturday, Aug 30—despite his limited snaps and career stats, they trust his calm approach to lead the Crimson Tide.

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.

Peter Noone Live

7-11 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sound of Peter Noone, the iconic lead singer of Herman's Hermits.