Mobile
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Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mobile Fire-Rescue Department Training Division and City of Mobile Animal Services partnered for Community Day on March 10, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. at the City of Mobile Animal Shelter (855 Owens Street), where 100 dogs and 50 puppies will be walked by 27 firefighter recruits along Owens and Virginia Streets. UTV 44
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Coast native Jonathan Young, who calls himself Jonathan 2.0, impressed his Kalo tribe on Survivor this week by using his water skills and helping teammate Benjamin Coach when he got a leg cramp, which led the tribe to secure immunity. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mobile Co. EMA is alerting residents and motorists about a planned training event today from 8 a.m. to about 1:30 p.m. at 7350 Zeigler Blvd + nearby locations to help first responders practice unified operations. NBC 15
- ➤ At a Bayou La Batre shipyard, Birdon and the Coast Guard held a triple keel ceremony for the first three Waterway Commerce Cutters designed to maintain inland navigation aids. Officials said the new class is expected to enter service in 2027 or 2028 — a milestone for local shipbuilding. AL.com
- ➤ Saraland residents have dealt with heavy equipment and barricades on Bernard Street — a dead end leading to busy Celeste Highway — due to a stalled water board project after the contractor withdrew. Water board engineers said crews are expected to return Monday pending ongoing legal discussions. UTV 44
- ➤ The Southern Rail Commission is considering installing bollards at train crossings to improve safety for trains and cars in the area. The measure follows recent fatalities and a video showing 13 drivers bypassing crossing arms—and may support safety as Amtrak expands its Mardi Gras line. UTV 44
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local chef Lines+Angles has shared a hearty Irish Stew with Lamb and Potatoes recipe for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Posted on Friday, Mar. 6 at 12:30 p.m., the dish for six uses lamb neck, onions, carrots, potatoes + simple seasoning to offer a warm, filling meal for the community. Gulf Coast Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, March 9, City of Mobile officials & partners will celebrate the opening of Live Oak Trace in West Mobile, a new $19.8 million affordable housing community for seniors with 56 two-bedroom, two-bath apartments featuring amenities and rental assistance for qualifying residents. The development is located at the corner of Overlook and Middle Ring roads. NBC 15
- ➤ The Budget Inn Motel at 555 Government St. in downtown Mobile received approval to renovate its historic motor lodge into a boutique hotel with galleries and balconies for Mardi Gras views. The family owner will start development when final drawings are complete (expected in three months) and grant applications succeed. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach DeBoer said Alabama football now features a standard quarterback battle between Austin Mack and Keelon Russell and fresh defensive additions via transfers and returning starters as the team prepares for spring practice starting Sunday - a move that could shape the upcoming season. 1819 News
- ➤ Mobile Christian lost 81-34 to Saint James in Friday’s Class 3A state championship at Legacy Arena, as coach Kenny Wright & key players vowed to work hard for a future rematch. Several returning Leopards are set to build on the tough loss. The Call News
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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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Mahjong Tournament for a Cause
1-5:30 p.m. — Country Club of Mobile — $400 for a table of four or $200 for a table of two — Test your skills in American mahjong while supporting a great cause.
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