Good morning, Mobile.

Two local Mediacom employees earned top service awards for 2025 at a company ceremony in Loxley, with veteran worker Charles McAdams named Area Operations Employee of the Year and Casey Nunn honored as People’s Choice among 200 awardees nationwide.

Heritage Park in Foley will host the Gumbo & Alabama Slammer Festival on Jan.

31 and Feb. 1 with gumbo from local chefs, live music by Private Eyes and Krash Party, a petting zoo, and contests awarding $50 prizes.

Buddhist monks and their rescue dog visited Alabama during their peace walk across the South, drawing nearly 1,000 people at a church in Opelika and 200 at a farm in Cusseta (part of a journey that began in Texas and will continue to Washington, D.C.).

A recent 2025 report shows that Baldwin County roads are among the nation’s best (rising from 88% to 92% acceptable from 2020 to 2023).

Local engineers say strategic partnerships and planned projects, including a near complete bridge opening this summer, will ease traffic and improve safety.

The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) will announce its reclassification on Jan.

23 and many coaches worry that splitting public and private schools may harm athletic competition. Coaches from Mobile and beyond urge a compromise to prevent a divide in high school sports.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ghost Fleet Cruise

10 AM – 12 PM — Historic Blakeley State Park — Ticket purchase required — Explore the historic Tensaw River and uncover the mysterious site of the legendary Ghost Fleet.