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Saturday, January 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The CEO of the Retirement Systems of Alabama proposes a partnership for the new Mobile Civic Center's lighting, amid Mobile County officials' concerns over the absence of a theater in the design.  AL.com

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Waite's Industrial Cleaners in Mobile, Alabama caught fire, affecting a business operational since 1952 but leaving its counterpart, Waite's Cleaners, and its garments unharmed.  NBC 15

CRIME NEWS

  • The Mobile County District Attorney's office requested to dismiss a charge of promoting prison contraband against Kim Henderson, nearly a year after the case was initially dropped but then re-indicted by a grand jury.  UTV 44

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Mobile city officials are considering a $167,371 expenditure for portable bollards to enhance safety during Mardi Gras, following recent criticisms faced by New Orleans.  AL.com
  • Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson proposes increasing the mayor's salary to potentially the highest in Alabama, advocating for a raise from $125,000 to at least $190,000.  AL.com

HEALTH NEWS

  • USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital enhanced child safety by distributing over 115 car seats and offering extensive safety education with the support of an $18,110 State Farm grant.  Gulf Coast Media

SPORTS NEWS

  • Auburn has extended a scholarship offer to Gunner Rivers, a promising sophomore quarterback at St. Michael and son of NFL veteran Philip Rivers, highlighting a family legacy of football excellence.  AL.com

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Commodity Concert at Oyster City Brewing Company

    A live music event featuring the band COMMODITY at Oyster City Brewing Company in Mobile, AL.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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  • Excursion to Alabama's Historic Site of Old Mobile

    Experience a unique cruise through the Mobile-Tensaw Delta to visit the archaeological remains of Alabama's first European settlement, guided by a renowned local scholar.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Reese's Senior Bowl 2025

    The Reese's Senior Bowl is an annual college football all-star game showcasing top NFL draft prospects held at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Harlem Globetrotters World Tour

    The Original Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their renowned ball-handling skills and entertainment during their action-packed World Tour at the Mitchell Center.

    Mon, 2/3/25

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  • Mobile Art Meet - Community Creativity Session

    Participants are invited to bring their art supplies for a creative session while enjoying bubble tea at Chatime Mobile, fostering connections and inspiration among local artists.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • The Hal Williams Collegiate Golf Tournament

    This is a 54-hole men’s college golf tournament hosted by the University of South Alabama, featuring team and individual competitions.

    Mon, 2/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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