Tuscaloosa
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Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger drive will start tomorrow in Tuscaloosa to help fight food insecurity, with donation drop-off points at Tuscaloosa Fire and Rescue, the Saban Catholic Center, the Tuscaloosa Chamber of Commerce, and the Alabama Credit Union. Tuscaloosa Thread
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Moundville Archaeological Park will host its 37th annual Native American Festival from Oct. 9 to Oct. 11 to celebrate Native American cultures and histories. The event will feature dancers, storytellers, art vendors, food trucks and a raptor show to honor a new Chickasaw painting (Falama) that marks a Year of the Hawk. The University of Alabama
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Due to severe drought conditions affecting over 95% of Alabama, the Alabama Forestry Commission issued a statewide fire danger advisory that urges residents to avoid outdoor burning until rainfall alleviates the dry weather—records from September show 220 wildfires covering 2,405 acres and forecasts predict continued dry conditions through December. The Tuscaloosa News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new law regulating pharmacy benefit managers means Tuscaloosa residents might pay an extra $10 for prescriptions as PBMs must cover drug acquisition costs plus a $10.64 dispensing fee—Blue Cross and Blue Shield said customers will pay the lower amount between the fee-enhanced cost and their copay while Sen. Andrew Jones stressed that the fee cannot be passed on to consumers. Pharmacist Anna Noojin noted that the law offers hope to local pharmacies under pressure from reduced business. CBS 42
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama beat Georgia 24-21 last weekend to end the Bulldogs' 33-game win streak and earn 10.4 million TV viewers on ABC—showing the strength of SEC football. The Crimson Tide will face 16th-ranked Vanderbilt on Saturday, October 4 at 2:30 p.m. CT. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Nick Saban will be honored as a College Football Hall of Fame inductee at Bryant-Denny Stadium during Alabama’s home game against Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 4—he will also join ESPN’s College GameDay pregame show to highlight his legacy of coaching excellence. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer asked fans to bring loud energy to Bryant-Denny Stadium as the team prepares to host Vanderbilt on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CT—he said the crowd helps boost the players' performance. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Coach Clark Lea compared Alabama's 2025 offense to Washington's 2023 team—citing a balanced run and pass game and the influence of coordinator Ryan Grubb; when asked, Kalen DeBoer said Lea was best positioned to notice those trends. Alabama will face Vanderbilt at 2:30 p.m. CT Saturday, Oct. 4 on ABC. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia is treated like a running back as Alabama adjusts its defense for Saturday's game—his 6.1 yards per carry and 294 rushing yards show his power and willingness to break tackles. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ After a hit against Georgia, Alabama safety Keon Sabb left the field during substitutions and head coach Kalen DeBoer said he will play in Saturday's game against Vanderbilt. DeBoer added that Sabb’s increased volume and improved comfort through fall camp are helping strengthen the safety room—boosting team performance. Tuscaloosa Thread
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Alabama Law Tailgate on the Quad
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library — Free entry — Tailgate with Dean Brewbaker before the big game on the Quad.
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Greensky Bluegrass Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience an electrifying night of bluegrass music from the renowned Greensky Bluegrass.
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Valentino Khan Live
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — General Admission — Experience Valentino Khan's limitless creativity and versatility in a high-energy performance.
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Cinderella - The Musical
1-4 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella come to life through stunning ballet performances.
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Loud Luxury Concert
6-11 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — General Admission — Experience electrifying dance music from the Canadian duo Loud Luxury.
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Tennessee Volunteers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Football
1-4 p.m. — Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium — Tickets required — A classic SEC rivalry showdown in the heart of Alabama.
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Drake White Live Performance
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Two Dimes — Check with the host for the latest info — Experience the raw sounds of Drake White as he showcases music from his debut album.
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Dance Alabama! Fall 2025 Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — UA English Building - Dance Theater — Cost info unavailable — Experience an evening of engaging dance performances by Alabama students.
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