Mobile
Daily News
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emerald Coast Writers seeks its first Youth Poet Laureate by inviting local teens aged 13 to 19 from nearby counties to apply by April 10 with five poems and a resume. A virtual workshop (March 10 at 7:30 p.m.) and a ceremony on May 3 at the Pensacola Museum of Art will follow. Gulf Coast Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last week, Mobile Baykeeper hosted a community meeting at Fairhope Public Library to discuss Baldwin County's rapid growth and water quality. Residents raised concerns about wastewater infrastructure and stormwater management, while experts stressed smart growth — further tests are planned to ensure safe swimming waters. Gulf Coast Media
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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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ASCEND HBCU Technology Conference 2026
7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Bishop State Community College — Free entry — A two-day conference uniting tech leaders, HBCUs, and students for meaningful learning and networking opportunities.
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