Tuscaloosa
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Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Tuscaloosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jimmie Hale Mission opened amid freezing temperatures to offer shelter and warm meals to those in need while local volunteers coordinated the effort. WBRC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Initial filings for unemployment benefits dropped last week as claims fell to 1,836 from 1,915 and overall state claims decreased by 10,000, according to the U.S. Department of Labor (data released on Dec. 19). The Tuscaloosa News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement will increase patrols this New Year's weekend to warn drivers not to drive impaired—urging the use of designated drivers or rideshare services to keep roads safe. Troopers stress planning ahead to prevent tragedies on busy roads. WBRC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tide held their fourth Rose Bowl practice on Sunday in preparation for the CFP quarterfinal against Indiana in Pasadena on Thursday, Jan. 1. Wide receiver Cederian Morgan, who wears No. 19, and hometown running back Kevin Riley returned while LT Overton is set to make his postseason debut. Tuscaloosa Thread
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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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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.
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