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Friday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park is accepting applications for its 2025-2026 USS Alabama Crewmate contest that offers scholarships and leadership opportunities to young women. Applicants must be 19 or older but under 21 on March 27 and live in Mobile or Baldwin County — they can apply online or at the park's gift shop until April 18 at 4 p.m. Gulf Coast Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal grand jury charged former PWWSB Operations Manager Nia Bradley — along with others — with conspiracy and fraud in connection with allegations of theft at the Prichard Water Works and Sewer Board. Lagniappe Daily
- ➤ A Mobile County woman allegedly killed her boyfriend (Bryan Edwards) by stabbing him in the chest after he reportedly assaulted her (at 2141 Dyson Boulevard), and the sheriff said no arrests have been made as the case will be turned over to the district attorney’s office. AL.com
- ➤ Mobile police responded just before noon on Thursday to a shooting on the 1700 block of Long Meadow Road — a woman was killed and a man suffered life-threatening injuries and is in hospital. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Prichard residents gathered at a town hall after 1.3 million gallons of sewage spilled into a waterway as court-appointed receiver John Young said—after filing a report with Mobile County Circuit Court—that the failing water and sewer system poses a public health risk and should merge with MAWSS to address costly repairs and high rates; local leaders, including Mayor Jimmie Gardner, criticized his narrow plan while a motion to review his proposal was filed amid corruption indictments. AL.com
- ➤ State lawmakers approved HB387 — a bill that lets local governments cut grocery sales taxes without needing extra revenue — but local officials warn that many cities may not follow since they rely on that money for basic services. Experts say without full constitutional tax reforms, any cuts would be a temporary fix for rising grocery costs. AL.com
- ➤ The Alabama House passed a bill banning wireless devices in public schools for the 2025-2026 school year—students can keep devices only if they are turned off and stored—and local boards must set policies by July 1. A Senate committee passed its version that awaits a full vote while the law also requires staff surveys and an online course to teach safe social media use. NBC 15
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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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Alabama SkillsUSA Leadership Conference, Championships and Career Expo
April 21-23 — Mobile Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate skill development and career readiness at this annual conference and expo.
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