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Daily News
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mobile PD released its 2024 crime report on May 13th—showing that homicides increased by 12% and violent crime dropped by 11%. UTV 44
- ➤ Ralph Pollock (64-year-old) was arrested during a traffic stop in Key West on Sunday and is held in Monroe County Jail pending extradition to Mobile, where he faces charges of abuse of a corpse and tampering with physical evidence in connection with the 2017 death of Joyce Bosarge in Theodore. NBC 15
- ➤ A 33-year-old Irvington man, Dustin Stokes, is accused of terrorizing his 76-year-old relative on Sunday night when she called 911 after he threatened to kill her; a judge ordered him to be on electronic monitoring with no contact as a 3-year-old was present, and he bonded out Tuesday—this marks his 11th booking on charges of elder abuse and domestic violence. UTV 44
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City officials in Gulf Shores said they are preparing for over 40,000 people as Morgan Wallen's Sand in My Boots festival will be held from May 16 to 18 and tickets sold out in 90 minutes. Ticket resale prices range from $400 for general admission to $5,625 for VIP (Ticketmaster listings show a range of $600 to over $4,000). 1819 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ More than 140 contract workers were laid off at a Theodore chemical plant after Evonik ended its contract with Bilfinger Inc.—the layoffs began April 16 as a WARN notice on May 7 reported 143 affected workers. Evonik confirmed that over 700 employees remain unaffected while the plant expansion project to support its animal nutrition business continues. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones announced his endorsement today for State Representative Barbara Drummond's campaign for mayor of Mobile; he credited her decades of service at city, county and state levels as proof of her commitment to the community (her extensive background is seen as a vital asset in uniting neighborhoods). NBC 15
- ➤ NOAA Fisheries announced that federally permitted for-hire vessels will have a 107-day red snapper season from 12:01 a.m. on June 1 to 12:01 a.m. on Sept. 16, giving charter operators 19 extra days to fish compared with last year—this season uses an overall quota of 7,991,900 pounds whole weight with 42.3% allocated to for-hire operations. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Fairhope city council declined to issue an immediate resolution to move books labeled sexually explicit & instead supported the library board’s ongoing review of about a dozen challenged titles while state funding remains paused. Community speakers have called for quick action as the board works through the review process amid mounting local and national scrutiny. AL.com
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2025 Project Homeless Connect
8 AM – 2 PM — The Grounds — Free services available — A day to connect those experiencing homelessness with vital resources and services in the community.
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Port City Pacers 5K Race
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Medal of Honor Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in a fun and challenging 5K cross-country race benefiting local scholarships.
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Import Face-Off Car Show
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Mobile International Speedway — $20, kids 10 and under free — Gear up for exciting car competitions, drifting, and more at this vibrant car show.
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May Spring/Summer Market in the Park
7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Cathedral Square — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and artisanal goods from local vendors while enjoying live entertainment in the park.
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Brandon Styles Magic Show
7-8 p.m. — OWA Parks & Resort — Fun and engaging entertainment — Experience a delightful mix of magic and humor that'll leave you amazed and laughing.
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Food Truck Festival
4-8 p.m. — Mobile Museum of Art — Free entry — Indulge in diverse local flavors from the area's best food trucks while surrounded by art and community spirit.
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2025 Ballin' On The Bay Showcase Basketball Tournament
4 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Tickets $25-$65 — Witness over 100 youth basketball teams from the Gulf Coast compete for glory.
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On-Site Tour at Magnolia Manor
9 AM - 7 PM — Magnolia Manor — Free entry — Explore the best-rated senior living community known for its nutritious meals and engaging activities.
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Didgeridoo Down Under Show
3-4 p.m. — Theodore Oaks Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Experience an interactive journey through Australian music and culture with the Didgeridoo Down Under Show.
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