Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Krimson Sole Movement Crew is holding a shoe drive all September at its local runs to collect gently used and new children's shoes for Tuscaloosa elementary students.

Community members can donate at runs or contact the group (KS Fam) via social media to arrange a contribution.

On Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 9 a.m. to noon, Tuscaloosa’s One Place will host a free virtual foster care training titled 'Continuing the Conversation (Making a Difference for Alabama's Children and Families)' presented by UA’s Continuing Education division.

The session will help professionals and advocates explore ways to strengthen families.

Tuscaloosa firefighters handled over 100 heat-related calls during Saturday’s Alabama game when rising temperatures led to dehydration and weakness among fans; the department doubled resources and worked with local agencies to quickly treat patients.

Alabama wide receiver Derek Meadows praised quarterback Keelon Russell's playmaking skill Tuesday ahead of week two after posting his first catch during Saturday's win over ECU.

Meadows, a sophomore with three grabs for 44 yards, said he looks forward to growing his role for the Crimson Tide.

Alabama basketball will host 6-foot-4 prospect Braylen Alexander during his unofficial visit Oct.

24 at Bryant-Denny Stadium as football plays against Texas A&M; he transferred from Glenwood and averaged 27.8 points last season (per PrepHoops) after receiving an offer on June 22 and holding multiple offers.

Alabama defensive lineman Terrance Green said his experience at Oregon will guide his team to focus on stopping the run and boosting their pass rush in the game against Kentucky on Saturday, Sept.

12 at 2:30 p.m. on ABC.

Alabama offensive lineman Racin Delgatty, in his first start after transferring from Cal Poly, said a holding penalty that nullified a 68-yard touchdown run vs. ECU was a bad call during a 48-10 win at Bryant-Denny Stadium + he called his debut experience surreal and looks forward to future games.