Mobile
Daily News
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mobile’s animal shelter is facing a seasonal influx of puppies and is waiving fees while welcoming walk-ins from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (855 Owens Street); online applications for fostering are also available to help free up space. AL.com
- ➤ The 6th annual Be My Valentine event raised several thousand dollars for homeless pregnant women at Mary’s Shelter Gulf Coast, which has offered safe housing since 2006. The funds will help launch a transitional housing program that builds three homes for mothers and children. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stockton Solar I and II were approved by the Alabama Public Service Commission on Dec. 2 with no public hearings, leaving residents frustrated over the lack of community input+ questions now arise over whether processes should adapt as local data centers boost energy demands. NBC 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Spanish Fort's Jayla Harris earned Athlete of the Week honors after powering her team with two home runs and a complete-game shutout last week — while St. Michael boys soccer turned their season around with a dominant two-day tournament run that boosted their standings. Gulf Coast Media
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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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Stories & Songs with Brent Rader, Ben Turner & Matt Pritchard
8-10 p.m. — The People’s Room of Mobile — Tickets available — Experience an evening filled with heartfelt songs and stories from talented local musicians.
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Huncho Fest
3-7 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — No entry fee — Experience the city's hottest independent artists with vibrant sounds and festival vibes.
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Good Listener's Storytime
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration required — Engage in a world of stories, rhymes, games, and crafts designed for young children aged 3 to 7.
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Badflower Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets from $69 — Catch Badflower live in Mobile for an unforgettable night of music.
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Teen Takeover at the Library
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy video games, board games, crafts, and more in a vibrant teen-friendly atmosphere.
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Somnia: A Film by Josie and Mitchell Robinson
6-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Tickets starting at $20.51 — Explore the surreal journey of a daughter reconnecting with her mother in dreams.
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Antique Bottle Show
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Daphne Civic Center — Sales table application available — Discover unique antique bottles and connect with fellow collectors.
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