Mobile
Daily News
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds received free services like legal help, clothing, medical screenings, and showers at the Project Homeless Connect event held Friday at The Grounds, with free transportation for attendees from Mobile & Baldwin Counties ensuring access to its annual aid for those facing homelessness. NBC 15
- ➤ The Alabama Scenic River Trail opened applications for its 2026 Waterway Enhancement Program, offering grants up to $5,000 for projects that boost safe water access from Jan. 13 to March 13 (funding decisions will be made in April and projects run from May through Nov.). Gulf Coast Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Alabama’s jobless rate held at 2.7% in December — matching November’s rate and below the previous year’s 3.3% — with about 64,000 unemployed, while U.S. filings for jobless aid rose slightly for the week ending Jan. 17. Alabama Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Live2Lead Conference will be held on Feb. 6 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Prodisee Pantry (9315 Spanish Fort Blvd) in Spanish Fort. Hosted by Under His Wings Gulf Coast, the half-day event will offer sessions that boost skills and reawaken leaders’ purpose. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senators Tuberville and Britt, along with other Gulf lawmakers, urged NOAA on Jan. 14 to use import restrictions and other tools to stop illegal red snapper fishing by Mexican vessels. The letter noted Alabama fishermen, who catch 34% of Gulf snapper (a key market concern), are at risk. Gulf Coast Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Charles Bediako, a former Alabama and NBA minor league player, is cleared to play for Crimson Tide against Tennessee today after a Tuscaloosa judge made him eligible. Coach Nate Oats will follow court orders and noted the NCAA system (which he called broken) needs change. Alabama Public Radio
- ➤ Tim Carter, Fairhope football's longest-serving head coach, retired Friday morning after 11 seasons and finished with a 168-102 record (70-49 at Fairhope), leaving the Pirates to hire a new coach for the upcoming season. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ The AHSAA Central Board voted 13-2 Friday to separate public and private schools for postseason play + removed competitive balance rules deemed punitive. Football region play will change starting 2026 as the reclassification process adapts every two years. The Call News
-
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.
-
Chess Club at West Regional Library
2-5 p.m. — West Regional Library — Free entry — All ages welcome to learn and improve chess skills in a friendly environment.
-
LEGO Fun Tuesday at Semmes
4-5 p.m. — Semmes Regional Library — Free entry — Use your creativity to master exciting LEGO building challenges.
-
Good Listener's Storytime
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration required — Inspire your child's passion for reading with stories, rhymes, games, and crafts.
-
Teen Takeover at the Library
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Engage in video games, board games, and crafts for an exciting afternoon of fun.
-
Romantic Valentine's Day Cruise
Evening — Perdido Queen Dinner Cruises and Events — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate love on the water with dining, entertainment, and stunning views of the Mobile River.
-
Crescent Comedy Open Mic
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Tickets from $5 — Enjoy a night of laughter at the Crescent Comedy Open Mic with limited spots available.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Mobile Daily News
Welcome to the Mobile Daily News, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Mobile, Alabama community. If you like the Mobile Daily News, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Mobile.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Mobile and across Alabama. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Mobile Daily News
A free Mobile community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://mobiledailynews.com/sitemap