Good morning, Tuscaloosa.

A local church is hosting a donation drive today to support families and kids with essential items (details pending).

A local church is hosting the Faith in Action ride to support families and kids, with details on meeting time and location expected soon (update pending confirmation).

Downtown Bama Theatre is hosting its Season’s Screenings holiday films this December with The Santa Clause on Dec.

16 at 7 p.m., It’s a Wonderful Life on Dec. 22 at 7 p.m., and Christmas with the Kranks at 2 p.m. plus The Polar Express at 7 p.m. on Dec. 23 at 600 Greensboro Ave, where families can also purchase golden ticket packages.

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer reaffirmed his commitment on Sunday as the Crimson Tide begins contract extension talks ahead of Friday's playoff game against the Sooners in Tuscaloosa.

The details of the new agreement remain pending.

Voting remains open until noon Thursday, Dec.

18 for Tuscaloosa News Girls Athlete of the Week, featuring top plays from Dec. 6-12 in local school games. Nominees include standout players like Preslee Kelly, who reached key milestones, as the public casts votes.

Voting is open for the Tuscaloosa News Boys Athlete of the Week running from Dec.

6 to Dec. 12. Cast your vote before noon on Thursday, Dec. 18 to pick your top local performer.

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats said he did not call a timeout during Saturday’s game against No. 1 Arizona because he expects his players to adjust on their own.

Arizona won 96 to 75 as Wildcat freshman Brayden Burries led with 28 points.

Coach Nate Oats said Aiden Sherrell left the game on Dec.

14 with 12:34 remaining because he overheated. He played 21 minutes against No. 1 Arizona (his highest workload so far) and will be evaluated by trainers before his next game.

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.

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.

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.

Jackson Chase: Acoustic Performance at Innisfree

3-7 p.m. — Innisfree Irish Pub — Cost not specified — Enjoy the acoustic sounds of local talent Jackson Chase in a cozy pub setting.