Mobile
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Monday, May 19th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fairhope high school senior Sydney Gray won the national Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge and became the only two-time winner. She will work with her mentor virtually and travel to New York in June—her song Fall is set to be performed on Broadway on June 16. 1819 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gulf Shores International Airport is set to begin its first commercial flights on May 21 when Allegiant Air brings an inaugural flight from Knoxville at 1:14 p.m. and schedules a return departure at 5:15 p.m., a move expected to offer residents and visitors more travel choices while easing road congestion—marking a big change for an airport that served private flights for 42 years. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Alabama high school seniors graduating in 2026 will need to earn 24 credits and meet an extra college and career readiness indicator (like a required ACT score, a passing AP score, or another approved measure) to receive their diplomas. Students on alternate achievement pathways will not have to follow the new rule. AL.com
- ➤ Amy Minton, a member of the Alabama Public Library Service board and the Etowah County Library board, urged families to visit local libraries as summer reading programs start soon+ many libraries will offer events and classes to improve reading skills. She noted that these programs are designed to boost literacy across Alabama+ a move aimed at raising reading proficiency statewide. 1819 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Census Bureau released its 2024 population estimates for 463 Alabama cities and towns, showing that Mobile and other large cities lost residents while Huntsville gained over 4,000 people—Brookside grew by 13.2%. The report revealed that nearly two-thirds of the counties recorded population increases when comparing data from 2023 to 2024. AL.com
- ➤ State Senate Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger previewed potential rule changes for the 2026 session during an Alabama Public Television broadcast and explained that local legislation might drive adjustments in Senate procedures—changes aimed at countering repeated filibuster delays. He said the modifications would better support local representation by giving city councils, county commissions, and other officials a stronger voice in the legislative process. 1819 News
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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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Swamp Water Symphony Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Bull — $ — Experience the sounds of the American roots band Swamp Water Symphony from Mobile, Alabama.
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