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Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 6, nearly 12 inches of rain hit Daphne’s Lake Forest neighborhood, damaging 40 homes and prompting a state of emergency. Local leaders and the LFPOA board organized a donation drive at their clubhouse while residents will wait 30 to 90 days for federal aid. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ NBC 15 will salute Col. John Kilpatrick tonight as he is honored for his 10 years in the Marine Corps Reserve and 28 years in the Army Reserve; he now leads Mobile's Vets Recover program (which offers therapy and counseling for veterans). NBC 15
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver lost control on Sunday night near Wilmer along Highway 158, causing a crash that killed Mobile firefighter Marcine Crawford of the Chosen Few Motorcycle Club and Prichard's Kristopher Dotson of the Skreet Runnaz while leaving rider Kevin Nettles seriously injured—local bikers displayed signs urging distracted drivers to slow down—and the accident has raised calls for safer roads. UTV 44
- ➤ A Mobile woman, Melissa B. Phillips, 45, died when she was struck by a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Antoine L. Eager II, 20, at 10:06 p.m. Saturday, April 12—on Alabama 163 near the 1 mile marker about two miles south of Mobile. NBC 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Logan Lane, named Best Local Actor in Best of Baldwin 2025, has stepped from the stage to direct Foley High School's production of The Music Man. The musical will be shown at the Foley Civic Center on April 25—26 at 6:30 p.m. and on April 27 at 1:30 p.m. with tickets available by card only at the door. Gulf Coast Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jacob Warner from Baldwin County Virtual School earned a perfect 36 on the ACT—the first in school history—and plans to study electrical engineering with a focus on nanotechnology and sustainable energy after high school. He achieved this score on his second attempt with only minor review of his previous test mistakes. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ The Senate Education Policy committee passed Senate Bill 278 on Wednesday to let local boards allow K-12 students to attend off-campus religious instruction for elective credit. The bill, introduced by State Sen. Shay Shelnutt, uses private funds so schools do not lose core subject time — it will also require safe round-trip transportation and strict attendance records. 1819 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ North Baldwin Infirmary Laboratory will celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week from April 21st to 25th — hosting themed events, community outreach, and a donation drive for Ecumenical Ministries of Bay Minette. The lab uses the theme 'Mystery Machine of Diagnostics: Another Case Solved by the Lab' — highlighting the vital work of lab professionals and pathologists in patient care. Gulf Coast Media
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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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Happy Hour Social Meetup
4-6 p.m. — The Admiral Hotel, Downtown — Free entry — Connect with locals over drinks and good conversation in a fun atmosphere.
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Pharoahs Mobile Alabama Chapter Cruise-In
3-6 p.m. — Piggly Wiggly University — Free entry — Bring your cruiser and compete for the Best Cruiser trophy while enjoying the community atmosphere.
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Gov't Mule Concert
10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Gov't Mule live on stage.
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Basic Orientation Plus Training
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM — TVTC Safety Training Centers — Members $45, Non-members $65 — Get the essential OSHA training every employee needs to stay safe on the job.
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Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
4-10 p.m. — OWA Parks & Resort — Family-friendly activities — Experience the vibrant spectacle of colorful hot air balloons along with games and crafts for kids.
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Mix & Mingle with Junior League Mobile
6-8 p.m. — Greer's St. Louis Market — Free entry — Engage with community volunteers and learn how to make a positive impact in Mobile.
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Little Flower Vaccine Clinic
9-11 a.m. — Little Flower School — Affordable vaccines for pets — Get your furry friends vaccinated with low-cost services and support local animal welfare.
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