Saturday, January 11th, 2025
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
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Commodity Concert at Oyster City Brewing Company
A live music event featuring the band COMMODITY at Oyster City Brewing Company in Mobile, AL.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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