Mobile
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Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mystic Mutts of Revelry will host Paws of Oz: A Wicked Good Time, a walking dog parade benefiting The Haven No-Kill Animal Shelter, on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 3:00 p.m. at Fairhope Community Park downtown. UTV 44
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CBD store owners in Mobile and Orange Beach reported that they had to close their shops because the ABC Board did not issue the licenses required after the law took effect on Jan. 1; owners say the process lacked a grace period, forcing them to downsize operations (including reduced staff). NBC 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Carnival season begins today in Mobile—over 80 parades and community events, including king cake displays, will run for 43 days as locals revive long-standing traditions. The Mobile Rundown
- ➤ This weekend, fun Gulf Coast events include ice skating at The Wharf in Orange Beach on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., a comedy show at South Baldwin Community Theatre starting Thursday at 7:30 p.m., and Mobile's Mardi Gras Tree Lighting on Saturday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gulf Coast Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ CBD store owners in Mobile and Orange Beach say a new law that took effect Jan. 1—requiring ABC Board licenses for consumable hemp products—has forced them to close while they await approvals. UTV 44
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Fairhope Single Tax Corporation will sponsor a free four-part lecture series starting Jan. 20 at Fairhope Public Library, featuring the Police Department, Clean Water Alabama, Water & Wood Properties and the Volunteer Fire Department discussing public safety, environmental health, historic renovation and community service topics. Gulf Coast Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. House returns today, and Alabama advocates say lawmakers could soon address rising health care premiums caused by expired Affordable Care Act subsidies that pushed costs up as much as 25% & may impact local hospitals. Alabama Public Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fairhope alum Riley Leonard made his NFL debut this season, completing 21 of 34 passes for 270 yards and three total touchdowns in a 38 to 30 Colts loss to the Houston Texans and celebrated the milestone with his supportive family who traveled to see him. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Dr. Keith Spain from Baldwin Bone & Joint will serve as medical director at the Azalea Trail Run on March 28, managing medical care and working with race organizers to keep runners safe at this cherished local event. Gulf Coast Media
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A Stitch in Time
3:30-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free kit available — Creative hands come together to cross stitch with fellow crafters.
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Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the Mardi Gras season with music, food, and the grand tree lighting ceremony.
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BYOD: Bring Your Own Device Workshop
10-11 a.m. — West Regional Library - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Get assistance with your digital devices and learn about valuable library apps.
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January 2026 Vehicle Auction
8 a.m. — Mobile Police Department Impound Lot — Registration required — Bid on a variety of vehicles at the monthly auction event.
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2026 January Membership Breakfast
6:45-8:00 a.m. — Mobile Marriott — $35 per person — Network over breakfast and hear updates on Big Creek Lake from Water & Sewer Director Bud McCrory.
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Delta Adventure Cruise
10 AM – 12 PM — Historic Blakeley State Park — Cost Info Not Provided — Explore the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta on this scenic cruise.
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What's Up Wednesdays
4-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Surprise yourself with fun weekly activities like arts and crafts in the Youth Programming Room.
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8th Annual King Cake-Off
5-7:30 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — General admission tickets go on sale Nov. 28 — Enjoy sweet competition, live music, and endless King Cake tastings while supporting a great cause.
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Teen Dungeons and Dragons Adventure
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch — Registration recommended — Roll dice and create epic heroes in a thrilling D&D adventure tailored for teens.
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Good Listener's Storytime
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration required — Engage young minds with stories, rhymes, games, and crafts designed for ages 3 to 7.
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