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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Quilts of Valor program is supporting veterans in west Alabama by giving them handmade quilts that honor their service—local volunteers make and deliver the quilts to show care. WBRC
- ➤ Tuscaloosa pet owners can book a Santa photo session at Pet Supplies Plus on McFarland Boulevard on Dec. 2 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Dec. 4 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Dec. 6 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a $20 fee—each session gives a printed 4x6 color photo—with all proceeds benefitting the Humane Society of West Alabama. WBRC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents or visitors with overtime parking tickets can have them forgiven by donating a toy worth $10 or more at the Municipal Court (2122 Gary Fitts Street) as part of the city’s annual holiday toy drive running until December 4th. A toy priced at $20 covers two tickets when it comes with a receipt or price tag showing its value. Tuscaloosa Thread
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson was named a Maxwell Award semifinalist, one of 13 players chosen for the top college football honor, after starting all nine games with 2,461 passing yards and 21 touchdowns. He will host No. 11 Oklahoma this Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Bryant-Denny Stadium—raising his profile among top contenders. Tuscaloosa Thread
- ➤ Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer said the team’s SEC availability report shows linebacker Qua Russaw and linebacker Cayden Jones as questionable ahead of Saturday’s game against Oklahoma at 2:30 p.m. on ABC. Defensive back DaShawn Jones is listed as probable while three players are ruled out—adding pressure on game day. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer said—during the SEC coaches teleconference—that injured linebacker Qua Russaw is questionable to play since he has not appeared in a game after the win over Georgia in late September. The Crimson Tide will face Oklahoma this Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Bryant-Denny Stadium as other linebackers have taken on larger roles in his absence. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Tuscaloosa is ready for a big weekend as UA hosts Purdue in men's basketball today and will play Oklahoma in football on Saturday — city officials expect 250,000 visitors and are boosting public safety efforts — while the new record economic impact supports over 19,000 jobs statewide. CBS 42
- ➤ Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer said true freshman running back AK Dear may help boost the Tide’s stalled run game after a 56-yard touchdown run against ULM + he has shown promise in his limited action with seven carries for 85 yards + the team will seek improvement before facing Oklahoma this Saturday at 2:30 p.m. Tide 100.9
- ➤ Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson—named a Maxwell Award semifinalist—has thrown for 2,461 yards and 21 touchdowns this season. He will play No. 11 Oklahoma Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Tide 100.9
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Vanderbilt Commodores at Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Foster Auditorium — Tickets available — Catch the excitement of collegiate women's volleyball and support your local team.
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Joe Nichols Concert
12–4 PM — Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful country tunes of Joe Nichols at this vibrant venue.
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Missouri Tigers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Volleyball
2-3:30 p.m. — Foster Auditorium — Cost info not listed — Witness a thrilling volleyball matchup as the Missouri Tigers take on the Alabama Crimson Tide.
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Tuscaloosa's One Place Tinsel Trail
5:30-7 p.m. — Government Plaza — Free entry — Experience the grand opening of a charming holiday display featuring over 200 live trees.
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Clemson Tigers at Alabama Crimson Tide Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Tickets starting at $9 — Watch a thrilling ACC/SEC women's basketball matchup in Tuscaloosa.
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SIDEPIECE Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Two Dimes — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with the concert of Sidepiece in Tuscaloosa.
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Excerpts From The Nutcracker 2025
2-4 p.m. (Dec 6) — Druid City School of Ballet — Check event page for costs — Experience the holiday magic through enchanting excerpts from Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet, The Nutcracker.
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UTSA Roadrunners vs. Alabama Crimson Tide Basketball
3:30 – 9:30 a.m. — Coleman Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as the Crimson Tide takes on the Roadrunners in a thrilling basketball showdown.
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