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Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, a section of St. Louis Street reopened between broad and Bayou as part of a two-and-a-half-year renovation that updated street surfaces, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, lighting and landscaping. City officials and local businesses coordinate work to minimize disruptions and support lunchtime access. NBC 15
- ➤ Cason Williams, a six-year-old from Bay Minette, won the ALBBAA Big Buck photo contest after receiving the most online votes for his photo with an eight-point buck during a Dallas County hunt. He earned a $100 gift card, a magazine subscription, a hat, and a buck knife. 1819 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students will be able to apply to college with no application fees from Feb. 23 to Feb. 27 as colleges across Alabama and nearby states participate in the campaign. The initiative aims to boost early applications and postsecondary enrollment. NBC 15
- ➤ Robertsdale Elementary students raised $4,800 on Feb. 13 during their fifth annual Hug Day fundraiser supporting the Baldwin County Child Advocacy Center Care House, with a Disney theme and school staff and students dressed as characters to celebrate the event's growing tradition since 2021. Gulf Coast Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mobile Baykeeper is fighting a new Sound Science law that stops the state from setting tougher rules than federal ones — rules that many believe protect our waters and seafood. Executive director William Strickland said he is determined to keep battling the setback after the law was signed on Thursday. 1819 News
- ➤ South Alabama Land Trust permanently protected 11 parcels on Dauphin Island in December by signing a conservation agreement with Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries that covers 4.5 acres of forest, mixed hardwood, and wetlands. The deal safeguards critical bird habitat and marks the sixth conservation partnership between the groups. Gulf Coast Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMS-Wright coach Terry Curtis (75) is recovering at home after open-heart surgery; he spent 11 days in the hospital and his doctors continue to work on regulating his heart rhythm. The Call News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former state championship coach Caleb Ross is now leading Fairhope High School’s football team, bringing wins from his time at McGill-Toolen (he led them to a state title in 2015). The Pirates will start the 2026 season on Aug. 21 with a road game against Pace, Florida. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Two Eastern Shore standout runners earned spots representing Baldwin County in the AHSAA North-South All-Star cross country meet this summer. Rising seniors from Fairhope (Josie Kemper) and Spanish Fort (Samuel Wilbur) secured their selections based on strong state meet performances. Gulf Coast Media
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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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Maggie Koerner Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Callaghan's Irish Social Club — Very limited tickets available — Experience the powerful Louisiana singer Maggie Koerner with guest Olivia Barnes.
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Wonderful Wednesday Storytime
10-11 a.m. — Theodore Oaks Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and songs that foster early literacy in children.
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