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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Alabama Land Trust held its 16th annual Bald Eagle Bash in Fairhope on April 25 at the Weeks Bay Reserve Tonsmeire Resource Center. The event featured food, music and local support for conservation with funds set aside to protect coastal lands and wildlife habitats. Gulf Coast Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new bar 87 West (named for Fairhope coordinates) will open this summer at the old Bay Breeze Cafe site at 212 1/2 Fairhope Ave. Local restaurateurs and a tech entrepreneur plan to serve handcrafted cocktails such as Mason Jar Mix-Up in a laid-back setting. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ MoneyFEST 2026 will be held on May 7 in Mobile; the free, full-day event hosted by Innovation Portal will help Gulf Coast entrepreneurs connect with banks, investors, and grant experts through expert-led sessions (covering lending, pitch competitions, and more). Gulf Coast Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Tourism Department began Travel South USA Global Week on Monday, Apr. 27 at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center, welcoming over 200 international media reps + content creators to celebrate Alabama’s culture and culinary excellence. Local businesses provided live music, seafood catering and interactive exhibits. The Mobile Rundown
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mobile City Council approved spending $29,153 on acoustic panels on Tuesday at a west Mobile pickleball court after complaints that included reports of auditory hallucinations (medically recognized) from repetitive noise. Officials said similar measures may be considered for other facilities. AL.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is urging donors to give blood this spring to keep supplies steady amid increased outdoor activities and seasonal travel. Upcoming drives in Orange Beach, Stockton, and Summerdale offer a 20-dollar Amazon gift card for donations between May 1 and May 17. Gulf Coast Media
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Las Catrinas De Rosy serves authentic Mexican fare inside a Shell service station on Alabama 181 and U.S. 90 in Daphne; the diner offers breakfast (7 a.m. to 10 a.m.) and lunch (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) each day featuring burritos, puffy tacos and other traditional dishes. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Michael Catholic head coach Philip Rivers said on WNSP-FM Wednesday morning he is not pursuing NFL coaching or TV roles — he remains open to future opportunities while focusing on his Fairhope team. His family is happy and the Cardinals are set for another strong season. AL.com
- ➤ Gulf Shores sophomore Matt Howe broke his school outdoor vault record by clearing 14 feet at the section meet and will aim for a 15-foot jump at the state meet today on his home track. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Jack Finlay scored a pair of goals as Spanish Fort defeated Pike Road 4-3 in the second-round Class 6A boys soccer playoffs; keeper Kevin Judice made nine saves and the Toros improved to 16-6-3 ahead of their quarterfinal match at St. Paul's. AL.com
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Friends of the Mobile Public Library Book Sale 2026
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — The Grounds — Affordable prices — Discover thousands of used books and support the Mobile Public Library.
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Public Works Project Presents: FOSTER by Claire Keegan
2-3 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free admission — Experience a poignant story of a child's summer in rural Ireland, filled with emotional depth.
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Beginners' Computer Literacy Class
10-11 a.m. — Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration recommended — Enhance your computer skills with classes on Microsoft applications and more.
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Clue Crew
4-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Unleash your inner detective with scavenger hunts, puzzles, and mystery-themed crafts.
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Curren$Y Live in Mobile
7-9:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Ticket prices may vary — Experience an electrifying night as Curren$Y lights up the stage in his hometown.
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Blues Traveler Concert
6-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Tickets available — Experience the signature blend of bluesy rock and soulful grooves with Blues Traveler.
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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Bay Gourmet — Adults $79.95, Children $39.95 — Enjoy a chef-curated brunch buffet with live music and bottomless mimosas to celebrate Mother's Day.
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Tuck Everlasting - The Musical
7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Civic Theatre — $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students — Experience a touching tale about the choice of immortality in a heartwarming musical for the whole family.
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Dungeon Crawl for A Parade of Horribles
6-8 p.m. — The Haunted Book Shop — Free entry — Celebrate the release of the latest adventure in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series with a themed party.
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Second Annual Oyster Revel
2-5 p.m. — Fort Condé Inn — $75 presale, $100 at the door — Celebrate Mobile Bay's culinary treasures with oysters, food, drinks, and live music.
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