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Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Junior Auxiliary of the Eastern Shore will host its annual Project Prom event on Feb. 27 and 28 at Fairhope High School at One Pirate Drive, offering free formal wear including gowns+accessories and door prizes from local partners. The event helps local high school students attend prom without financial concerns. Gulf Coast Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mobile celebrated Joe Cain Day on Sunday, Feb. 15 with a lively Mardi Gras parade down downtown featuring diverse groups and unique traditions (including a 5k run and graveside rituals) that kicked off festivities ahead of Fat Tuesday. AL.com
- ➤ Mobile got an early taste of Mardi Gras when the Mobile Area Mardi Gras Association held its annual King Elexis I motorcade Sunday near the waterfront (previewing the Mammoth Parade scheduled for 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday). AL.com
- ➤ Friday's Deep Gras parade featuring the Crewe of Columbus and Krewe de Secondline attracted 109,824 people downtown and kicked off Mobile's Carnival season; celebrations peak today with a full-day Mardi Gras event. AL.com
- ➤ The Kourt of Krustaceans brought political satire to Daphne’s Order of the Fire Truck parade on Sunday by mimicking the Comic Cowboys with local + national commentary, sparking debate over the role of satire in a family-friendly event. AL.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders and environmental groups oppose a planned 4,500-acre solar farm near Stockton due to concerns over wetlands and local waterways, and the project tied to Meta Platforms and built by Silicon Ranch is set to be operational by the end of 2028 (critics call for transparency). Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representatives Barry Moore + Shomari Figures introduced a bipartisan resolution in Congress that may officially recognize Mobile as the birthplace of Mardi Gras, preserving its 300 year Carnival tradition in the federal record as locals continue to enjoy the festive season. The Mobile Rundown
- ➤ The USS Farragut (DDG 99) is docked at Pier 2 as part of Mardi Gras festivities, and visitors can take free public tours daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Tuesday, Feb. 17 while a 3,000-foot no-fly zone for drones remains in effect. AL.com
- ➤ Governor Kay Ivey announced $28 million in disaster recovery grants for seven south Alabama counties still rebuilding from Hurricanes Sally and Zeta, with Clarke, Escambia, and Washington counties set to replace vulnerable bridges and build 12 storm-resilient homes. ADECA will administer the funds to improve key infrastructure for future storms. The Mobile Rundown
- ➤ Today, the Alabama House is voting on two bills to eliminate patient costs for certain breast and prostate cancer screenings; HB300 (sponsored by Rep. Frances Holk-Jones) would remove cost-sharing for mammograms while HB40 would waive fees for high-risk men's screenings. 1819 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast gardeners learn that pomegranates are a low maintenance fruit tree that thrives in full sun and sandy soil even during extreme heat — Kitti Cooper explains they can be planted in late winter or early fall to yield abundant nutrient rich fruit. Gulf Coast Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Baldwin County volleyball players have been named to represent the South in the 30th AHSAA North-South All-Star Week scheduled for July 20-25. The team includes rising seniors Reece Wilmott from Bayside Academy, Kenly Nelson and Addison Busby from Fairhope, and Cailyn Boykin from Spanish Fort. Gulf Coast Media
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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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K-POP WARRIORS
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Family-friendly show — Experience high-energy K-Pop music and dance in a thrilling family spectacle.
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Kyle Kinane Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Kyle Kinane from Addison, Illinois.
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McFunk Duo Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Rear Pocket — Free entry — Enjoy a lively acoustic duo performance in a cozy Mobile venue.
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