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Saturday, March 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Point Pier will be closed for about four months starting March 5 for construction, as decided based on external factors. Lagniappe Daily
- ➤ Bayfront Park near Dauphin Island causeway is set to reopen on March 9 after a $9.5-million three-year renovation. Lagniappe Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 32 horses and their riders participated in desensitization training at Ladd-Peebles Stadium as part of the annual Mobile Mounted School to prepare for Mardi Gras. UTV 44
- ➤ The Mobile Carnival Museum showcases exhibits on Mardi Gras history, emphasizing the celebration's continuity and evolution through conflicts from the Civil War to the Vietnam War, including the Mystics of Time's 75th anniversary. AL.com
- ➤ Acclaimed French artist Xavier de Richemont is set to collaborate on a large-scale video projection in Mobile, aiming to become a long-term cultural fixture akin to his work in San Antonio. NBC 15
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mobile Bay National Estuary Program demonstrated a dog named Professor X's ability to detect human-source wastewater, aiming to improve water quality by identifying contamination sources more efficiently. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Police Chief Paul Prine is contesting city officials in court, alleging a conspiracy to unjustly remove him from his position, and is seeking to delay a hearing to prepare a more thorough response. 1819 News
- ➤ About 300 U.S. Navy sailors arrive in Mobile to join the city's Mardi Gras festivities. Lagniappe Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
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Volunteer for Winter Jam 2025
Volunteers are needed for Winter Jam 2025 at the Mitchell Center, with opportunities for serving and assisting during the event.
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Mobile Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
The Mobile Mardi Gras Parade features multiple parades throughout Mardi Gras Day, showcasing various krewes and vibrant festivities at the Mobile Carnival Museum.
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ZZ Top with McKinley James Live Concert
Enjoy a live performance by the iconic rock band ZZ Top along with opening act McKinley James at the Saenger Theatre in Mobile, Alabama.
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Royal Hanneford Circus Live at Greater Gulf State Fair
The Royal Hanneford Circus will perform live at the Greater Gulf State Fair in Mobile, providing an entertaining experience for attendees.
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Craft Beer Festival and Concert Series at Bellingrath
This event features an all-day craft beer festival and concert series, showcasing local music, a variety of craft brews, and local vendors in the scenic Bellingrath Gardens during springtime.
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Trash Panda Concert
Experience a live music performance by Trash Panda at The Merry Widow in Mobile.
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Mobile Boat Show 2025
The Mobile Boat Show showcases a variety of boats, motors, and marine accessories, featuring activities for families and special pricing on admission.
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Red and the Revelers Live at Brickyard
Experience high-energy swamp soul music from Red and the Revelers, a local band from Mobile, AL.
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Digital Marketing Certificate Program at University of South Alabama
This program offers comprehensive training in digital marketing, including personalized mentoring and career services for aspiring professionals.
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CBMC/WRC Breakfast with Speaker Chad Robichaux
Enjoy a breakfast event featuring guest speaker Chad Robichaux, a former Marine and author focused on veteran support and resilience.
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