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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mobile officials will unveil the arena's new name and naming rights partner on Tuesday, Apr. 7, at 2 p.m. at 401 Civic Center Drive — the 10,000-seat facility is set to open in early 2027 as part of a $300 million redevelopment of the former Mobile Civic Center. UTV 44
- ➤ The Tunnel to Towers Foundation's Steel Across America tour will stop in Mobile on May 25 (marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11) as a tribute to national resilience. The event will invite community members to reflect on this important milestone. NBC 15
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses and residents will gather April 30 at (Fairhope Civic Center) for the Eastern Shore Business and Home Expo, a free event showcasing local commerce and innovation. Scheduled from (noon to 4:30 p.m.), the expo will feature exhibitors, breakout sessions and a VIP Happy Hour. Gulf Coast Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Daphne High School senior Zoey Smith earned an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy as a Baldwin County Public Schools student, marking her dedication and promise in academics. NBC 15
- ➤ Zoey Smith, a senior and top JROTC cadet at Daphne High, earned an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy, where she will study aeronautical engineering. School leaders say her achievement brings pride to the school and community. UTV 44
- ➤ Applications are open for the 2026-2027 USS ALABAMA Crewmate Program, which gives young women from Mobile and Baldwin counties a chance to serve as ambassadors and earn scholarships. Battleship Memorial Park accepted applications on March 30 and will take them until 4 p.m. Friday, April 17 at its gift shop. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City leaders in Foley are planning a new, purpose-built senior center after the council voted on March 23 to seek proposals for its design; officials said the current (7,000 sqft) facility no longer meets growing demand for senior services and the new building may be built near the former National Guard armory behind City Hall. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ City leaders & fire rescue officials in Spanish Fort unveiled new AED devices at Town Center Park to boost public safety and help save lives during emergencies. NBC 15
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Teacher and writer Kristin Landers urges locals to build situational awareness when out—offering mindful walking and careful observation tips after UA student Jimmy Gracey died in Barcelona when his drink was reportedly spiked. Her advice aims to help everyone stay aware and safe in busy settings. 1819 News
- ➤ Drug Education Council will host its annual luncheon Monday, Apr. 20 at noon at Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel featuring ESPN sideline reporter Lauren Sisler—whose parents died from opioid overdoses. Mobile County’s Health Department advises residents to have Narcan on hand as free naloxone training continues. UTV 44
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Spanish Fort goalkeeper Holland Burkhalter recorded two shutouts last week and earned her 50th career shutout as she nears a historic milestone — setting up a strong postseason run for the Toros. Daphne baseball, rebounding from a slow start, won four straight games and looks ready to push into the playoffs. Gulf Coast Media
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Pirate Race Series 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8 a.m. — Medal of Honor Park — Registration required — Compete in a challenge with various race distances while enjoying a scenic park route.
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University of Mobile Jazz Band Concert
7 p.m. — University of Mobile — Ticket details unavailable — Enjoy the joy of jazz and the power of faith at this unique concert by student performers.
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Conversational Spanish Class
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Semmes Regional Library — Registration required — Practice your Spanish speaking skills in a fun and relaxed environment.
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Red and the Revelers Concert
7-11 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets from $15.36 — Enjoy a night of live music with Red and the Revelers and supporting acts.
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Crepe Myrtle Trail Festival 2026
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — McNally Park — Free entry — Celebrate community, nature, and local art with food, music, and a festive atmosphere.
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Flip Orley: Comedy Hypnotist Show
6-8 p.m. — Crescent Theater — $24.50-$69 — Experience a unique comedy hypnosis show where volunteers become the stars in a high-energy, laughter-filled performance.
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Open Mic Comedy Night
7-10 p.m. — Lucky Irish Pub & Grill — Free admission — Enjoy a night of laughter featuring the best local comedians in a cozy atmosphere.
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Mobile Improv Comedy Carnival
6:40 p.m. — Mobile Carnival Museum — $45 early bird pass — Experience two nights of unscripted hilarity at Alabama's first improv comedy festival.
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Family Research with the DAR
10 AM – 1 PM — Local History & Genealogy - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Discover your ancestry with guidance from DAR experts at the library.
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Eric Johnson Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night of mesmerizing guitar skills and soulful vocals from Eric Johnson.
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