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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bay Minette officials are offering a busy summer of sports camps, creative and reading programs for kids starting as early as May 26 & continuing through the season, while urging safe use of e-bikes and e-scooters and advising residents to prepare for hurricane season beginning June 1. Gulf Coast Media
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 12-foot alligator (640 lb) reportedly attacked and killed a dog before being captured and euthanized on May 12 in Gulf Shores as police, fire rescue and ADCNR coordinated the operation. AL.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Foley's population grew nearly 8% with 2,207 new residents arriving from July 2024 to July 2025, making it the fastest growing city among those with over 10,000 residents. City officials planned a new water treatment plant and improved connecting roads to handle the increased demand. AL.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mobile County Emergency Management officials said residents should prep with kits and trusted apps for hurricane season starting June 1. Officials warn that even one storm near the Gulf Coast can be dangerous + that residents must use reliable information sources. NBC 15
- ➤ The new one-way traffic pattern at the Intracoastal Waterway Bridge has opened in Gulf Shores, allowing easier travel between the Beach Express, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan, as the detour on SR 161 has been removed and two southbound lanes, two northbound lanes, & a roundabout are in use. UTV 44
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ USA Health will close its labor and delivery unit at Providence Hospital later this summer and shift services to Children's + Women's Hospital. The change follows the shutdown of Mobile Obstetrics + Gynecology, with officials contacting patients to ensure ongoing care. NBC 15
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Manor, a luxury mansion with 5 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms (9,878 sqft) featuring a wine lounge and safe room, is for sale at $2.85M at 150 Austill Avenue near local amenities. Listing agent Bryan Olson (Roberts Brothers Realty) highlights the home's blend of modern features and classic Southern charm. AL.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The AISA crowned its champions on Thursday at Paterson Field in Montgomery — Mobile high school baseball playoffs continue on Friday as Briarwood Christian will face Faith Academy in the decisive game three of the Class 5A South Sub-State series at Faith Academy starting at 5 p.m. AL.com
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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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Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival 2026
May 22-24 — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — Celebrate Caribbean culture with vibrant festivities on the Gulf Coast.
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Greater Gulf Coast Caribbean Culture and Arts Festival
11 AM – 8 PM — Oyster City Brewing Company — Check for admission details — Celebrate the vibrant energy, color, and rhythm of Caribbean culture through art, music, and food.
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Weirdo Record Wednesdays
6-9 p.m. — Alabama Music Box — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of vinyl records with guest DJs and local music vibes.
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Brown Bag by the Bay Spring 2026
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — May Day Park — Free entry — Relish live music while enjoying lunch by the picturesque shores of Mobile Bay.
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Books & Plant Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Oyster City Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of bingo with a twist of books and plants, perfect for enthusiasts of both.
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Born In the Headlines: Your Reel History
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Local History & Genealogy - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Dive into microfilm archives and take home a nostalgic newspaper front page from your birthday.
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Diggery's Dinosaur Adventure
10-11 a.m. — Trinity Gardens Community Library — Registration required — Embark on an exciting journey with Paleontologist Diggery as he brings dinosaurs to life.
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Disney's The Little Mermaid
7 p.m. — Arlene Mitchell Theater — Refunds available up to 7 days before event — Dive into a magical underwater journey with a little mermaid longing for the human world.
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