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Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Mobile saw Fat Tuesday attendance drop to 125,030—a 47% decrease from recent years—with lower bar sales & quieter streets, while Carnival season totals nearly matched last year's figures as officials note turnout varies by day. NBC 15
- ➤ Construction is underway on an 8-foot-wide, 1.84-mile extension of the Eastern Shore Trail along U.S. Highway 98 in Baldwin County (starting at Fish River) to boost regional connectivity. Managed by McElhenney Construction with a $2 million budget, the project will finish in summer. Gulf Coast Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During the Order of Myths parade on Tuesday, police detained a rider after he tossed an object that injured an adult (an investigation is underway). AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Orange Beach's Festival of Art is competing for best art festival by USA Today, which named it a top 20 finalist. Voting runs until March 2 and the event will be held March 14-15 with free admission, shuttle service, live music, and family activities (Kids Art Alley). Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Photos posted on Wednesday, Feb. 18 captured Mardi Gras celebrations across Baldwin County — including Fairhope's Knights of Ecor Rouge — as local coastal communities enjoyed festive parades and traditions. Gulf Coast Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Licensed saltwater anglers may receive calls from ADCNR & the University of South Alabama for the ongoing AL Creel survey that gathers weekly fishing and catch data at local boat ramps and marinas; officials plan to use the updated data to improve fishery management and achieve NOAA certification. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seven Hills Fire District chief Matt Waltman plans to raise the fire levy from $70 to $150 per year — a move designed to fund a new fire station and additional apparatus as local development grows — and residents can attend a Q&A session on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:00 p.m. at Pathway Church’s West Mobile campus. NBC 15
- ➤ From Feb. 20 to Feb. 22, the City partners with county and state to offer an Alabama Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday that waives taxes on supplies — batteries, weather radios, flashlights, coolers and generators — so Mobilians can prepare for hurricane season. NBC 15
- ➤ State lawmakers passed Senate Bill 71, a law that stops agencies from adopting new or amending existing environmental rules stricter than federal standards. The bill now moves to the governor's desk after Senate votes of 27 to 7 and House votes of 68 to 34. Gulf Coast Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Holk-Jones from Foley celebrated the House passage of HB300 on Tuesday, a bill that removes out-of-pocket costs for mammograms and diagnostic imaging (she has been cancer-free since December) to detect breast cancer. The bill will now go to the Senate and aims to expand screening access for women. 1819 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Baldwin County baseball season kicks off as all AHSAA programs begin play over the next week. Schools including Baldwin County High, Bayshore Christian and Elberta (among others) will open at local venues (such as Faith Academy and Orange Beach) as teams aim to build on last season's success. Gulf Coast Media
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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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Medal Madness Race
8 a.m. — Medal of Honor Park — $30-$65 — Participate in family-friendly races of 5K, 10K, and half-marathon distances.
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