Tuscaloosa
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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama football won four straight games and is 2-0 in SEC play but must tighten its run defense—its current average of over 155 rushing yards per game leaves the team open to challenges from top opponents. The team faces several tough SEC matchups and will need to improve its run defense to keep its playoff hopes alive. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football rallied against Vanderbilt on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium with strong plays from Justin Jefferson and Jam Miller for a 30-14 win — the team made its 61st ESPN College Gameday appearance. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer dismissed the trap game narrative about the upcoming road contest with Missouri—he said all SEC games are challenging and his team will apply lessons learned as they face Missouri on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 11 a.m. on ABC. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama football rallied on Saturday to secure a 30-14 home win over Vanderbilt at Bryant-Denny Stadium as Justin Jefferson made 14 tackles, recorded a sack and forced a fumble while Jam Miller rushed for 136 yards and scored a touchdown, marking the 61st time ESPN's College Gameday appeared in Tuscaloosa. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ The SEC announced that Alabama's annual game with Tennessee will kick off at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 at Bryant-Denny Stadium—ABC will broadcast the game. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Jaeden Roberts did not play in Alabama's win against Vanderbilt because he is still working to earn his spot back; coach Ryan Grubb said he is expected to contribute against Missouri on Oct. 11. His absence was not due to injury and shows the strong competition for the right guard position. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Tuscaloosa high schools will play Week 7 football on Oct. 9 and Oct. 10 with games starting at 7 p.m. CT – most games will be available to stream on the NFHS Network. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama basketball gave reporters a first look at its potential starting lineups during a private practice on Oct. 6—where drills revealed two five-player groups—to prepare for an exhibition game against Florida State on Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at Boutwell Auditorium. The Tuscaloosa News
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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