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Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Africatown opposed plans for a concrete plant intended to mix concrete for the $3.5 billion Mobile River Bridge project because its location 700 feet from Lewis Landing & a planned park honoring survivors of the slave ship Clotilda threatens community revival. Engineers will submit designs for city review. AL.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Winn-Dixie announced it will close eight Alabama stores in the next three months as it refocuses on Florida and Georgia. Two locations in Mobile—4724 Mobile Hwy and 740 N. Schillinger Road—are set to close in late January, with additional closures planned in Fairhope, Millbrook, Opelika, Tuscaloosa and Birmingham. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tonight on APR Notebook, Emmy-winning Carrie Preston talks about her journey from playing Ophelia at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival to starring in CBS’ series Elsbeth at 7 p.m. on Alabama Public Radio (she details her creative evolution and long-standing ties in the arts). Alabama Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal funding for water improvements has been reduced in several Alabama communities, impacting upgrades to aging wastewater systems and potentially worsening health risks in underserved areas (including majority-Black counties). Alabama Public Radio
- ➤ The Alabama Board of Medical Examiners is now accepting applications for a Medical Cannabis Certification Permit for physicians to join the state's expanding cannabis program — doctors must hold an active license and complete a four-hour course. Guidelines are available online. UTV 44
- ➤ State Rep. Rhett Marques and State Sen. Chris Elliott will announce companion bills on Monday, Jan. 12 at Fairhope Municipal Pier to end in-bay disposal of dredge material in Mobile Bay; the bills aim to shift practices toward beneficial use for coastal restoration and local trade. 1819 News
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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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Michael Glatzmaier: Musical Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Check for ticket prices — Experience laughter with songs created live as Michael Glatzmaier blends music and comedy in an improvised performance.
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