Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Community members are rallying to support Northside High principal Dr. Jeremy Madden after his home burned last Friday night; local churches and both Northside High and Elementary School are organizing donation and toy drives (with temporary housing provided by Fayette First Baptist Church) to aid his family.

Dolly Parton passed away Tuesday at age 80, leaving deep ties to the region through her Huntsville family and the Imagination Library that now serves all 67 counties in Alabama, enriching local literacy and country music traditions.

Residents are advised to note that copperheads live in wooded areas while cottonmouths are found near water; both snakes are venomous and should be observed from a safe distance—avoid any close contact.

Tuscaloosa released its 2026 Annual Water Quality Report showing no EPA or state violations and zero detected PFAS compounds, assuring residents that their tap water remains safe.

The city treated over 8 billion gallons of water and tested nearly 3,000 samples across 725 miles of water mains.

Residents are invited to vote for the Tuscaloosa high school football player most likely to earn a statewide honor as 10 local contenders vie for Back of the Year and Lineman of the Year awards — the poll closes at noon Tuesday, Sept.

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Keelon Russell showed confidence and skill during a red-zone play in Alabama's second fall scrimmage, which led offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb to choose him as the starting quarterback (a move highlighting his growing potential) for the season.

Alabama football has filled key offensive line spots with Michael Carroll, Racin Delgatty and Jackson Lloyd, and coach DeBoer expects Mississippi State transfer Jayvin James to secure right tackle as fall camp nears; the left guard battle remains open between Mal Waldrep and William Sanders.

After a red zone moment in last Thursday's scrimmage, Alabama named sophomore Keelon Russell (who beat out senior Austin Mack) as its starting quarterback Saturday.

Offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb highlighted Russell's improved pre-snap adjustments and confidence as he prepared for today’s 17th fall camp practice (Aug. 26).

Alabama held its 16th fall camp practice Tuesday morning as it prepared for the 2026 season (photos by UA).

It will hold its 17th practice today ahead of its season opener against East Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 11:00 a.m.

After Tuesday morning's 16th practice, Alabama honed its fall camp routine ahead of a home opener against East Carolina on Saturday, Sept.

5. The 17th practice takes place today — a chance for the team to build momentum for the season.