
Tuscaloosa is located in the heart of West Alabama, and in the South, which means our warm weather season is around for a bit longer! Although this community has an abundance of adventurous outdoor attractions, sometimes, you just need indoor options to beat the heat. Whether it’s an ice cream shop or a trip to…

Written by: Olivia Carpenter Tuscaloosa is full of unique coffee spots whether you are looking for a quick grab-and-go coffee or a place to sit down and stay a while. From drive-thrus with custom drinks to cafés perfect for grabbing a quick cup or catching up with friends, there’s a local favorite for everyone. Here…

For Sharon Thomas Ransom, barbecue is in her bones. She began learning the craft at age five, when her parents opened a barbecue restaurant in the back of their house. Today – five decades later – she owns and operates Thomas Rib Shack in the community she loves. Thomas Rib Shack is just one of…

Whether you live in Tuscaloosa or Northport or are visiting, we want to make sure you know all about our vast scene of family-friendly activities.

Written by: Colin Dowling Whether you’re stepping out of a concert downtown, wrapping up a campus tour, or gathering friends for a low-key night, pizza is always the right call. Think about it? Who doesn’t love, or at least LIKE, pizza? While most other cuisines can be debated, very rarely does someone say, “You know…pizza…

If you’re looking for places to eat on gameday in Tuscaloosa, you’ve come to the right spot! Founded in 1958 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Dreamland is hailed as one of the best BBQ joints around and has been a legendary staple in our community and on game day since it began. It’s said that this famous joint…

Open for business! The holidays are a magical time to explore Tuscaloosa — and whether you’re visiting family, traveling through town, or creating festive memories of your own, finding a great place to eat can make the season even brighter. While most restaurants take Christmas Day off, several local favorites will be open during the…

Celebrating Black History Month can look different for everyone, but one of our favorite ways to recognize and honor this special time is to prioritize supporting Black business owners. We’ve created a weekend itinerary highlighting just some of the amazing Black-owned businesses right here in Tuscaloosa County. Let’s just say you come into town on…