Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater announced the horn-heavy rock band CAKE will perform on Saturday, April 25th, 2026 in Tuscaloosa—tickets for the show go on sale Friday, October 17th.

Hailey Adams, a junior from Birmingham studying public relations, was crowned Miss University of Alabama 2026 on October 10 at the Bama Theatre.

She will lead community service initiatives focused on human trafficking awareness and receive a full-tuition scholarship plus sponsor gifts valued at nearly $30,000—underscoring her achievement in the pageant.

Dr. Samit Roy leads research on self-healing composite materials that use sensors (and artificial intelligence) to detect and fix damage in aircraft during flight.

His team plans to improve maintenance by extending the life of aircraft for military and space missions in the future.

Residents in Tuscaloosa and Bibb counties expressed concern over potential damage from Project Marvel—a $14.9 billion hyperscale data center planned for Bessemer that may deplete water and energy resources while displacing farmland.

The city council approved the project for land zoned for light industrial use, and a public hearing on rezoning agricultural property is scheduled for Nov. 18.

The University of Alabama and Auburn University are joining forces to use a $3.85 million grant to boost road safety across Alabama, with Alabama using $2.2 million for traffic data collection and Auburn using $1.64 million for awareness campaigns.

Gov. Ivey awarded the grant through the state agency — the funds come from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

West Alabama Women’s Center is hosting its second annual BOO”bie” Exam event on Friday, Oct.

31 from 8:15-11:15 a.m. at its Tuscaloosa facility at 535 Jack Warner PKWY—free clinical breast exams, education and resources are provided to help protect breast health during Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Regional Medical Center earned national recognition for its improved patient care by cutting wait times—its new Philips CT 5100 Incisive system and surgical robot have helped reduce the time from arrival to treatment.

CEO Keith Parrott said the hospital also added new tools and partnered with local groups to boost care quality.

The Tuscaloosa News is running a poll where fans will vote for the best high school cheerleading team from 12 schools until noon Friday — the contest follows a previous poll that named Brookwood High School’s Crimson Star Band the best —.

Alabama football players said they view the upcoming Tennessee game as just another contest on the SEC schedule—focusing on playing well instead of dwelling on the rivalry’s history.

The team will start the game at 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 18.

Tuscaloosa-area high school football teams will play on Friday, October 17 at 7 p.m. CT in Week 8—a series of region games key to playoff standings with many contests streaming live on the NFHS Network.

Cinderella - The Musical

1-4 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella come to life through stunning ballet performances.

Loud Luxury Concert

6-11 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — General Admission — Experience electrifying dance music from the Canadian duo Loud Luxury.

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.

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.

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.

Jackson Chase: Full Band Performance

9 PM – 1 AM — Copper Top — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the talents of Tuscaloosa's own Jackson Chase, a rising star in the music scene.

Doug Stone Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Historic Bama Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartfelt ballads and country hits of contemporary star Doug Stone.

T-Town Witches Ride

4-6:30 p.m. — Parker-Haun Park — Fun for the family — Join a whimsical ride to raise money for The Arc of Tuscaloosa while enjoying music, games, and raffle prizes.

Priscilla Block Live in Concert

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Druid City Music Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the rising star Priscilla Block as she captivates with her unique sound and heartfelt lyrics.

TSO Bridgerton Ball

Step into a Regency-era masquerade for the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra’s Bridgerton Ball on Thursday, October 30, 2025! Enjoy live classical and pop music, a silent auction, and a costume contest, all while delighting in sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and specialty drinks at the Historic Dearing-Swaim Home.

TSO Bridgerton Ball

Step into a Regency-era masquerade for the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra’s Bridgerton Ball on Thursday, October 30, 2025! Enjoy live classical and pop music, a silent auction, and a costume contest, all while delighting in sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and specialty drinks at the Historic Dearing-Swaim Home.