Tuscaloosa
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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat For Humanity Tuscaloosa started the 2025 Women Build event to help Rickelle Riley and her daughters build a new home—dozens of women will volunteer on the project throughout October as part of a national effort to provide safe, affordable housing. WBRC
- ➤ The 32nd annual Beat Auburn Beat Hunger food drive begins today at The University of Alabama and runs through Nov. 20 to support the West Alabama Food Bank amid food insecurity. A kickoff event on Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m. will take place on Montgomery’s state capitol steps — with representatives from UA and Auburn and donations from Governor Kay Ivey — to boost the effort. The University of Alabama
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Jamie Lissow will perform his Better Off Dad tour at the Historic Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa today at 7 p.m.—doors open at 6 p.m. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Tuscaloosa’s 17th Annual Druid City Arts Festival will be held on April 10—5 to 9 p.m. and April 11—10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Government Plaza, and the city is accepting applications from artists and live performers until January 9 and from vendors until February 13. Tuscaloosa Thread
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Warrior Met Coal Mining won a $46 million bid for federal coal leases in north Tuscaloosa County covering 14,050 acres that could create over 400 jobs. Officials say the move may boost energy production—while environmental groups warn it could raise greenhouse gases and jeopardize local wildlife. Tuscaloosa Thread
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A University of Alabama research team discovered 65-million-year-old crab and shrimp fossils in central Alabama, including several new species and a new one now called the Saban crab—named after the famed football coach Nick Saban. Most of these fossils are from Lowndes County—where visitors can request a tour at UA Museums. The University of Alabama
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alabama Medicaid expanded coverage for continuous glucose monitors for adults with type 1 diabetes and for those with type 2 diabetes using insulin multiple times daily, effective Oct. 1 — the American Diabetes Association praised the decision for its potential to reduce hypoglycemia, lower A1C levels, and lessen hospital visits. ABC 33/40
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Kalen DeBoer praised starting center Parker Brailsford (an Arizona native from Washington) on Wednesday’s Hey Coach Show, calling him 'unreal' and the best center in the country. His performance has helped steady the Crimson Tide after last Saturday’s win over Georgia. Tide 100.9
- ➤ No. 11 Alabama hosts No. 17 Vanderbilt at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4 with kickoff at 2:30 p.m. CT—Alabama seeks to avenge a 2024 Nashville upset by slowing Vanderbilt’s run game. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama Athletics said that Bama’s Got Talent will return this basketball season with auditions accepted online until Oct. 31, 5 p.m. and 10 acts chosen to perform live at five men's and five women's games, with the final head-to-head round set for March 1, 2026 — offering a $1,500 gift card prize. WBRC
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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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