Tag: Tuscaloosa

  • Five New Restaurants in Tuscaloosa

    Five New Restaurants in Tuscaloosa

    Tuscaloosa is growing rapidly and we couldn’t be more excited about the new businesses in town. From fruit to cheesesteaks to gourmet doughnuts and more, the options are becoming endless. Here are a few of our favorite new must-try restaurants in town this summer! Babe’s Doughnut Co. Babe’s Doughnut Co. is a family-owned breakfast, brunch…

  • Football Favs for the Crimson Tide Faithful

    Football Favs for the Crimson Tide Faithful

    Are you ready for an unforgettable football weekend in Tuscaloosa? Whether you’re a die-hard Alabama fan or just in town for the excitement, our city offers a perfect blend of sports, history and Southern charm. From iconic local eats to exploring sports legendary memorabilia, here’s your ultimate guide to making the most of your weekend.…

  • Halloween Season Takes Over Tuscaloosa

    Halloween Season Takes Over Tuscaloosa

    Friday begins another weekend in Tuscaloosa that offers something for everyone! Halloween season is in full swing so opportunities to visit haunted places abound. Band of Brothers offers up good music and good beer, and Alabama soccer is in action as well. You will also have a chance to experience Disney’s Aladdin Jr, or go…

  • Into the Wild – Explore West Alabama’s Great Outdoors

    Into the Wild – Explore West Alabama’s Great Outdoors

    From hiking and fishing to biking, boating and more, Tuscaloosa County is the perfect playground for outdoor enthusiasts. If you’re looking for things to do in Tuscaloosa – or around the community – you’ve come to the right place for outdoor options! Whether you’re chasing adrenaline-fueled adventure or a leisurely stroll in the sun, Tuscaloosa’s…

  • Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa

    Juneteenth in Tuscaloosa

    June 19 marks an incredible milestone for black liberation. Juneteenth, or Freedom Day, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union soldiers brought the news of freedom to enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas – two months after the Confederacy had…

  • Nighttime Bass Fishing in Hot Weather Below Lock 17 with Adam Hollingsworth

    Nighttime Bass Fishing in Hot Weather Below Lock 17 with Adam Hollingsworth

    Editor’s Note: Adam Hollingsworth is the president of the University of Alabama Fishing Team and explains, “I went back to college because I spent the first years of my life after high school in the military and as a police officer. I eventually want to be a U.S. Marshal. I currently have a degree in…

  • Public Arts and More Featured In New Digital Experience Pass

    Public Arts and More Featured In New Digital Experience Pass

    Hey there, adventure seekers! Get ready to unlock the best of Tuscaloosa with the launch of exciting digital experience passes! Visit Tuscaloosa is pumped to roll out these digital keys to the city, giving you a hassle-free way to dive into the heart and soul of our vibrant town. And the best part? It’s all…

  • Spend Time in Tuscaloosa County Supporting Black-Owned Businesses

    Spend Time in Tuscaloosa County Supporting Black-Owned Businesses

    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…

  • Spinner Baits: Another Tailrace Tactic for Tuscaloosa County’s Black Warrior River with Russell Jones

    Spinner Baits: Another Tailrace Tactic for Tuscaloosa County’s Black Warrior River with Russell Jones

    Editor’s Note: Russell Jones of Coker, Alabama, is a USCG Certified Guide on the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa County, as part of the Alabama Guide Service. Tailrace fishing below Bankhead and Holt dams can be outstanding during certain times of the year because you can catch a wide variety of fish at night, as…

  • Stan Adams Promoted to Executive Director of Sports

    Stan Adams Promoted to Executive Director of Sports

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 STAN ADAMS PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SPORTS FOR TUSCALOOSA TOURISM AND SPORTS Tuscaloosa, AL – President and CEO Don Staley has announced the promotion of Stan Adams to Executive Director of Sports for Tuscaloosa Tourism and Sports (TTS) effective immediately.  Adams, who has been with the organization in a…

  • Take 48 Hours to Explore What Makes the Alabama Sports Experience So Legendary in Tuscaloosa

    Take 48 Hours to Explore What Makes the Alabama Sports Experience So Legendary in Tuscaloosa

    We get it, putting together an itinerary can be overwhelming with vast options to select from.  And in Tuscaloosa, the tide rolls all year long with things to do, people to see, and places to be!  So, we want to share Tuscaloosa itineraries to help.  Up first, a 48-hour, fun-filled schedule that offers you a…

  • The Bass Baits featuring D.J. McEachern

    The Bass Baits featuring D.J. McEachern

    D.J. McEachern: Fishing in Tuscaloosa County at Holt Reservoir Editor’s Note: D.J. McEachern and his wife, Emily are working toward their PhDs in chemistry at the University of Alabama. D.J. has been bass fishing for 20 years and just recently has joined the University of Alabama’s Fishing Team. He’s been fishing in Tuscaloosa County’s Holt…