Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Tuscaloosa Farmers Market won best in Alabama for the fifth straight year — its prime location along the Black Warrior River draws over 3,000 visitors every Saturday, and summer Tuesday markets add even more local flavor.

Tuscaloosa City Schools received grants from Blue Cross-Blue Shield to boost student wellness—Rock Quarry Elementary will build a Math in Motion trail while Verner Elementary expands its garden program, with work starting in a few weeks as they are West Alabama's only Be Healthy School grant recipients.

Tuscaloosa County Board of Education said no fundraiser money was missing after a state audit found incomplete records and form errors for events ending on (Sept.

30). The district will train staff to follow proper approval and documentation procedures.

Tuscaloosa officials are preparing for tropical weather ahead of the Alabama-Georgia game scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Saturday (emergency crews may shift resources if flooding occurs) as UA monitors weather updates for fan safety.

Alabama football coordinator Ryan Grubb said freshman running back EJ Crowell is set to earn more carries after improving his pass protection during practice (he impressed as a finisher against Mississippi State).

Crowell’s increased snaps aim to boost the offense in upcoming games.

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer confirmed that tight end Josh Ford broke his arm on Saturday during the win over Mississippi State in Starkville.

Ford underwent surgery Sunday and is progressing well as the team plans adjustments for upcoming games.

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart commended Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell for his versatile play this season.

Russell has thrown for 1,414 yards and 11 touchdowns, and the Tide will face No. 2 Georgia at Bryant Denny Stadium on Saturday at 6:30 p.m.

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer confirmed during the SEC coaches call that Oklahoma State transfer tight end Josh Ford broke his arm in Saturday’s 56 to 23 victory over Mississippi State in Starkville.

He had surgery on Sunday and is recovering well as Alabama prepares for Saturday’s game against the Bulldogs.

Due to forecasted heavy rain from Tropical Storm Isaias, several Tuscaloosa high school football games have been rescheduled to Thursday evening — including Tuscaloosa Academy’s game — to ensure safer play with heavy downpours expected on Friday.