Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Tuscaloosa first responders were honored today with a free lunch offered by local organizers to thank them for their service, marking a community effort to recognize their dedication.

Cava, a popular Mediterranean chain, is set to open at 1130 University Boulevard after the Board approved a lease for the former Whataburger space (2,400 sqft) near the Quad and Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The deal gives Cava a five-year initial term with renewal options and an improvement allowance.

The West Alabama Chamber reopened its renovated Workforce and Community Development Center on Thursday at 2222 9th St, offering space for meetings, trainings, and community events.

The ceremony drew over 200 business leaders & community partners to celebrate local workforce development improvements.

Artist Caleb O'Connor updated the community on the progress of the Chief Tuskalusa statue, known as Project Warrior, at Harrison Galleries on Sept.

10; officials + community leaders attended the event.

Christ Episcopal Church will hold a Rock ’n Roll Eucharist at Venue Tuscaloosa on Oct.

16 at 6 p.m.—the free event blends live music from Mojo Trio with prayer, reflection and Holy Eucharist to offer a modern take on traditional worship.

UA now requires free registration of all micromobility devices — including e-scooters, e-bikes and electric skateboards — on campus; failure to register incurs a $25 fine and may result in impoundment after three violations, and only UL certified devices are allowed.

Dr. Jerome McDonald performed his 100th open-heart surgery at DCH Regional Medical Center early this year, providing local patients a closer option for life-saving care.

He plans to increase annual cases to 180 and launch a less invasive valve program next year.

Freshman defensive back Zyan Gibson is out for Alabama’s game against Kentucky today (2:30 p.m. CT at Kroger Field in Lexington), leaving the Crimson Tide to rely on its cornerback depth.

Vigor rallied on Friday night at Wolfpack Stadium to beat Citronelle 42-8 in Class 4A Region 1 play, with Zy Wilson scoring on a 26-yard catch, a 6-yard run and making a 69-yard kickoff return that helped spark the win.

The victory improved Vigor’s record to 3-1.