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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and Alabama Career Center System are hosting the Veterans Job Expo on Jan. 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the John F. Rhodes Civic Center in Bay Minette. More than 40 local employers will participate in this free event + help Veterans secure well-paying local jobs. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Gul Nabi (an Afghan special forces ally) began his American dream in Mobile after leaving Afghanistan amid rising Taliban pressure and boarding a U.S. Air Force C-17 with only the clothes on his back. Lagniappe Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trey King (founder of Fairhope Salt Company) collects Gulf water early at The Hangout to hand-harvest high-quality salt using his traditional filtering method. His careful process takes two to three weeks, and he is working to fulfill a backlog of about 250 pending orders. Gulf Coast Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Mobile Museum of Art unveiled its full rebrand Tuesday morning and announced an exhibit featuring works by five iconic street artists from the 1980s to the present at its location. Lagniappe Daily
- ➤ Alabama State Parks and Auburn University are presenting a traveling exhibit on explorer William Bartram at 12 parks, including a show at Meaher State Park (Mar. 3 to 30) featuring guided hikes and interactive programs that let visitors explore our natural heritage. Gulf Coast Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alabama’s Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced that November’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 2.7% from 3.3% last year. Record employment levels were reached with 2,312,892 employed (65,078 unemployed) and a total labor force of 2,377,970. UTV 44
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service updated its forecast for Friday as a cold front will trigger strong winds, heavy rain, and possibly a tornado, with Mobile in a Level 1 risk area for isolated severe storms — residents across Alabama should be prepared — as rain alerts extend into Saturday. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Foley High School named former Opelika coach Bryan Moore (105-28 record) as its new leader after a multi-state search recommended him by Principal Jessica Webb; the Baldwin County Board of Education approved his hire on Jan. 7. Moore plans to build championship people and win titles with a talented core. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Former Foley High School star Perry Thompson committed to Minnesota after two seasons at Auburn, choosing the Gophers over Oregon State amid transfer portal speculations; he retains two years of eligibility. Gulf Coast Media
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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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Doc Rock 2026
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — $25 — Enjoy a lively battle of the bands featuring USA Health affiliates and support critical clinical needs.
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