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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The South Alabama Logistics Park is near completing its new 185,000-square-foot building built on spec along I-10 and Theodore Dawes Road with no end user selected yet. Local officials say the project will create jobs and expand the current 700,000 square feet of facilities — a move tied to the park’s close link to Mobile's Container Port 12 miles away — as the logistics hub grows. UTV 44
- ➤ The South Alabama Logistics Park on 1,300 acres along I-10 and Theodore Dawes Road is nearing completion of a new 185,000-square-foot building built on spec. Officials say the park (12 miles from Mobile's Container Port) already has 700,000 square feet of facilities and over three hundred jobs, and it will soon attract more port-related industry (as further investment continues). UTV 44
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gradrick Overstreet Jr. was arrested Wednesday on charges of felony murder, attempted murder and first-degree robbery after a dispute at a graduation party in Mount Vernon turned violent—investigators say an argument in a cul-de-sac between 19-year-old Jaylon Rivers and a juvenile escalated to gunfire that killed Rivers while the juvenile now faces charges of felony murder and robbery. AL.com
- ➤ A 17-year-old Fairhope student was shot in the neck at a home on Rock Creek Parkway on Saturday night just before 8 o’clock—she was quickly taken to University Hospital in Mobile where she remains in the trauma ICU while police continue questioning teenagers from a gathering that was moving toward a party. WKRG News 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Steve Livingston and Rep. Chris Pringle said Alabama will keep its current congressional map for the rest of the decade unless a favorable ruling on appeal lets the state revert to a previous plan approved in 2023. The lawmakers agreed not to redraw a map until after the 2030 census — the status quo remains as litigation continues. 1819 News
- ➤ Daphne City Council approved a $4,000 contract with Wildlife Solutions Inc. on May 19 after about 30 Olde Towne residents raised concerns about several coyote sightings that some linked to missing pets—Mayor Robin LeJeune said professional wildlife control will arrive in the coming weeks to address the issue. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ During his appearance on FM Talk 106.5’s The Jeff Poor Show Wednesday, gubernatorial frontrunner Tommy Tuberville outlined plans to rebuild roads and replace condemned bridges to boost infrastructure and create jobs — he stressed tight oversight of taxpayer funds to avoid spending on social programs for undocumented residents. 1819 News
- ➤ A study by the University of Alabama’s Center for Risk and Insurance Research shows that coastal homes built to the Fortified standard did better than those built to normal codes during Hurricane Sally. The study of over 40,000 properties found that Fortified roofs lowered claim severity by 15—40% and cut claim frequency by up to 74%, potentially saving insurers $105.6 million in losses. Gulf Coast Media
- ➤ Former Navy SEAL and business owner Jared Hudson announced he is running for U.S. Senate for the seat expected to open when Sen. Tommy Tuberville runs for governor. Hudson, who owns The Shooting Institute and founded Covenant Rescue Group to fight human trafficking, said his faith guides his fight to protect the Constitution — he vows to uphold Christian values throughout his campaign. 1819 News
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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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Juneteenth Behind-the-Scenes Collection Tours
10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. — History Museum of Mobile — $15-$20 — Explore the vault and discover African American contributions to Mobile's rich history.
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Second Annual Mobile Bay Street Rod Nationals
5-10 p.m. — The Grounds — Check website for entry details — Celebrate classic cars with enthusiasts from across the U.S. and Canada.
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Killer Beaz's Outrageously Funny Clean Comedy Show
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Revive Church — Proceeds benefit Ryan's Refuge — Experience the legendary clean comedy of Killer Beaz in Mobile, Alabama.
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Book Signing with Billie L. Rowland and Carrie Dalby
4-5:30 p.m. — The Haunted Book Shop — Free entry — Explore rich narratives of Mobile's history with celebrated authors in a charming venue.
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68th Annual Distinguished Young Women National Finals Community Night
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Experience a showcase of local talent and get a preview of the National Finals shows.
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Distinguished Young Women National Finals
7-10 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Witness the talent and grace of young women from across the nation competing in this prestigious event.
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