Tuscaloosa Children’s Museum to shut down and shift to IGNITE at Saban Center

The Tuscaloosa Children’s Hands-On Museum (CHOM), a staple in downtown for almost 40 years, will close its doors on August 1st. The museum is set to transition to the Saban Center, which aims to serve as a fresh learning hub dedicated to discovery, innovation, and lifelong education. This announcement will kick off a year-long initiative […]

Tuscaloosa Academy student-athlete selected for National Football Foundation Team of Distinction

Tuscaloosa Academy Alumnus Earns National Recognition Tuscaloosa Academy graduate Russell Cole has been honored as a member of the 2025 National Football Foundation (NFF) distinction team. This accolade acknowledges academic athletes from outstanding high schools across the country for their achievements in sports, academics, and community involvement. Cole was chosen as the only representative from […]

Mountain Brook decides to join Tuscaloosa in lawsuit regarding online sales tax

Mountain Brook Joins Tuscaloosa in Revenue Distribution Lawsuit On Monday, the Mountain Brook City Council unanimously agreed to support Tuscaloosa in a lawsuit against Alabama regarding the distribution of revenue from the Seller Use Tax (SSUT). The SSUT is an 8% tax on online purchases, with half of the revenue going to the state and […]

Tuscaloosa BBQ Tour: 5 must-visit places for fans of Southern barbecue

The South is often associated with comfort food, and BBQ probably stands out as the most iconic. The debate over who serves the best barbecue seems to have no clear winner, as many folks in the South have their favorites. Tuscaloosa, known for being a hub for Alabama football, also serves as a fantastic spot […]

Tuscaloosa officials take oath as Mayor Maddox shares a new financial plan.

The city and school officials officially began their terms on May 19 at a joint inauguration ceremony held at the Tuscaloosa River Market. This event marked the start of a new four-year term for all seven city council members, the eight members of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, and Mayor Walt Maddox. A new […]