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Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures announced $2.5 million in federal funds will support Africatown’s forever home program by funding new construction and renovations in the historic community; three new homes hit the market today near the Robert Hope Community Center during an open house. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Navy has dispatched the USS Farragut (DDG-99) to serve as Mardi Gras ship; it will arrive Friday, Feb. 13 at Pier 2 and offer free public tours from Feb. 14 through Feb. 17 as part of the festivities. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews will close a section of Mobile Street for an hour daily from Feb. 9 to Feb. 12 to install pole foundations for Alabama Power's service improvements, and traffic will allow one lane with a detour via Spring Hill Avenue — Stanton Road to University Hospital Drive. City of Mobile
- ➤ A new Alabama Poll shows that in the Senate race, Attorney General Steve Marshall leads at 26% while Rep Barry Moore has 17%, and in the lieutenant governor contest, Secretary of State Wes Allen leads at 23% (500 surveyed Feb. 1-3). Both contests remain open heading into the May 19 primary. AL.com
- ➤ Local lawmakers introduced a bill to let tourists taste oysters on-site at local farms. The bill, cosponsored by Rep. Margie Wilcox, Rep. Chip Brown, and Rep. Matt Simpson, passed the House last week—boosting our $6M oyster industry— and now awaits Senate committee review. UTV 44
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama High School Athletic Association’s Central Board voted Friday to expand the Class 6A playoffs to 24 teams—and set Mobile’s Super 7 to a five-day schedule at Hancock Whitney Stadium this December. The new format is designed to reduce travel and boost competitive play for local schools. The Call News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gulfcoast RV Show
February 20-22 — Mobile Convention Center — Registration required — Explore a diverse range of RVs and connect with fellow enthusiasts at this premier RV show.
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PickleRage Cupids Cup Tournament
2 AM – 8 AM — PickleRage — Registration fee may apply — Compete in an exciting weekend of pickleball action in Mobile, AL.
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Clue Crew Adventure
4-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Unravel mysteries and enjoy puzzles with scavenger hunts and detective crafts.
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Microsoft Word Basics Workshop
10-11 a.m. — Virginia Dillard Smith/Toulminville Branch Library — Free entry — Master essential Microsoft Word skills and unlock your productivity.
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Chess Club for Everyone at Semmes
3-5 p.m. — Semmes Regional Library — Free entry — A fun chess club for beginners and experienced players to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Watercolor for Beginners
4-5 p.m. — Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch — Free entry — Explore watercolor techniques while enjoying a creative afternoon with friends.
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