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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity & ABC 33/40 kicked off the 23rd year of their holiday tradition in Pleasant Grove by beginning to build homes for the Foy and Kelly families. The families will move into their new homes in about two and a half weeks, just in time for Christmas. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Tuscaloosa’s Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority chapter is hosting a holiday Stuff-a-Truck event on December 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Shelton State's C.A. Fredd Campus to support families in need through Temporary Emergency Services — donations include men's clothing, shoes, bottled water, and pull-top canned goods. Tuscaloosa Thread
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Alabama has launched TSA PreCheck enrollment services on campus through a partnership with CLEAR at the UA Passport Acceptance Facility, the only location in Tuscaloosa County offering this service. Starting today, students, faculty, staff, and community members can enroll during regular hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.—speeding up travel with faster security screening. ABC 33/40
- ➤ Tuscaloosa City Schools honored 21 teachers, 23 support staff, and local community partners during the Apple Awards ceremony for their roles in supporting education—Teacher of the Year winners will advance to a statewide competition. Superintendent Mike Daria said the honorees are second to none. WBRC
- ➤ Researchers at the Human Technology Interaction Lab in Tuscaloosa are teaching students with an AI-powered robot dog called PuppyPi—designed to follow simple voice commands that trigger actions like sitting and pushups. The project—led by Dr. Chris Crawford and involving recent grad Eli Weber—is meant to give local youth hands-on experience in robotics and AI. The University of Alabama
- ➤ The University of Alabama suspended the student-run publications Alice Magazine and Nineteen Fifty-Six on Monday to comply with federal regulations that claim DEI programs may be discriminatory — the university said it will work with students to create a new magazine next academic year. Some student groups have raised concerns that the move limits free speech and diverse perspectives. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Tuscaloosa County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk to support survivors and caregivers while promoting early detection—uniting community groups and offering vital health advice—and showing that breast cancer is no longer a death sentence. Participants learned key signs to watch for in keeping up with their personal health. WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Alabama football announced Tuesday, Dec. 2 that its 2026 matchup with South Florida will be moved to 2032 and replaced with a game against Chattanooga, and a meeting with Marshall will be added in 2027 to its non-conference schedule. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ Former Homewood High star Evan Mathis will be inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class—recognizing a 14-year NFL career that took him through teams such as Carolina, Miami, Cincinnati, Philadelphia, and Denver with a Super Bowl win in 2016. Mathis earned respect by consistently showing up to work and protecting his quarterback, a commitment that made him a solid figure in Alabama football. Tide 100.9
- ➤ After winning a game 27 to 20 against Auburn, Alabama football is ranked ninth in the College Football Playoff rankings. The Crimson Tide will face Georgia in the SEC championship on Dec. 6 at 3 p.m. CT + the game will be held at Mercedes Benz Stadium. The Tuscaloosa News
- ➤ The Crimson Tide men's basketball team led by coach Nate Oates will broadcast their SEC/ACC Challenge game on 101.7 FM today due to the SEC Championship Preview show + the game tips off at 6:15 p.m. at Coleman Coliseum with a pregame starting at 5:00 p.m. Tide 100.9
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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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Holidays on the Plaza
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with festive activities and community cheer.
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Holidays on the Plaza 2025-2026
11 AM – 3 PM — Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown by IHG — Free entry — Experience festive fun with a seasonal ice skating rink suitable for all ages.
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Jackson Chase: New Year's Eve Celebration
9 PM – 1 AM — Roll Call — Cost not specified — Celebrate the New Year with live music from Tuscaloosa's own Jackson Chase.
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