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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A press box burned down and another sustained damage overnight at the Theodore Athletic Association ballpark after an arsonist set them on fire around 1 a.m.—the park lost power and Theodore-Dawes Fire Rescue took about 45 minutes to control the blaze ahead of today's season opener fundraiser. 1819 News
- ➤ Mobile Police Department officers arrested 18 people on drug and gun charges during Operation Azalea Trail on March 27 along Azalea Road, seizing 1,750 grams of marijuana, over 10 grams of cocaine, 370 grams of synthetic marijuana, 17 grams of psilocybin, $6,673, and 10 guns — police are still searching for additional suspects. WKRG News 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Department of Conservation ruled that Big Creek Lake is public water for fishing and boating, but the legal view does not force MAWSS to reopen the lake. Citizens will hold a public meeting Sunday (March 30 at 3 p.m. at Hill Spring Baptist Church in West Mobile) and plan to support Rep. Stringer’s HB473 at an April 2 hearing. 1819 News
- ➤ ALDOT ended its negotiations with the Mobile Bay Constructors team for the Bayway portion of the Mobile River Bridge project— the project remains on track as design work transfers to ALDOT and a new team will be chosen in the coming weeks. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 Crewmate Program for young women aged 19–20 who live in Mobile or Baldwin County; applications are available online and at the park’s gift shop from Monday, March 31 with a deadline on Friday, April 18 at 4 p.m. Selected participants will serve as ambassadors at state events and receive scholarships, free uniforms, travel support + chaperoned appearances. UTV 44
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fairhope senior Will Sparks struck out 19 batters in a no-hitter against Demopolis on March 21, helping secure a 1-0 win and earning him PBR Alabama's Pitcher of the Week honors. His effort adds to the Pirates' strong season as they improved their record to 16-7. Gulf Coast Media
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Saints Run 5K and Fun Run
2-4 p.m. — St. Paul's Episcopal School — Registration required — Participate in a certified 5K or 1-mile fun run to support the Chad Saucier Memorial Scholarship Fund.
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G.L.A.M. Leadership and Etiquette Event
12-2 p.m. — Fuse Project — Register now — A transformative experience for young girls to step into their power and embrace their inner queen!
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Oyster Revel
1-4 p.m. — Fort Condé Inn — Ages 21+ — An unforgettable afternoon of merriment with local chefs showcasing Mobile Bay's favorite oysters.
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20th Artys Awards
6-9 p.m. — Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel — $65 ($75 at the door) — Celebrate local artists and performances at Mobile's premier arts award show.
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LODA ArtWalk Celebrates National Pet Day
6-9 p.m. — Downtown Mobile Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate National Pet Day with local artisans, activities, and a pet photo station.
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Mobile Chocolate Festival
3 PM — Cypress Cove — Benefiting Penelope House — Dive into a sweet celebration at the 15th Annual festival featuring delightful chocolate treats.
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The Reader’s Choice Book Club
1-2 p.m. — West Regional Library - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a dynamic discussion of 'The Underground Library' by Jennifer L. Ryan.
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Napoleon Dynamite - Film Screening and Conversation
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets available — Experience a live screening of Napoleon Dynamite with cast members Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, and Jon Gries.
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Mobile Bay Anime Festival
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Daphne Civic Center — Buy tickets — Celebrate anime, manga, and pop culture with diverse guests and vendors in a family-friendly environment.
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Easter Brunch Buffet
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel — $69 Adults, $39 Children — Delight in an artisan brunch with live music and holiday favorites.
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