Mobile
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Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ American River Wellness surveyed driver habits on Alabama highways and named Airport Boulevard in Mobile a hotspot for passive aggressive behaviors, such as blocking intersections + refusing to allow merges. The study collected responses from more than 3,000 motorists across the state. AL.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Florida sheriff accused an Orange Beach officer on Thursday of transporting a homeless person from Alabama to Escambia County (the department says the individual requested help and was treated with care). AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ This summer, St. Michael Catholic High School starts a new chapter by welcoming its first dedicated school chaplain, Reverend Connor R. Plessala, beginning on June 26 *a milestone for the Fairhope campus*. He will continue as vocations director at St. Patrick Parish while guiding students at the school. Gulf Coast Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Mobile Environmental Justice Action Coalition raised concerns about the proposed AI data center on Africatown’s Prichard side. A community meeting will be held on Thursday, June 11 to address residents’ questions. UTV 44
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Hope Farm is hosting three culinary events in June at its Queenstown property (a mixology contest on June 5, a bread workshop on June 6, and a wine series on June 13) featuring seasonal ingredients and sustainable practices. Gulf Coast Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 18, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Dauphin Street Vault will host a pole-vaulting block party at 251 Dauphin Street as part of the World Athletics Global Circuit; the event will feature over 250 vaulters (drawing 2,000+ spectators). The Mobile Rundown
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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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Founders Day at Colonial Fort Condé
1-5 p.m. — Colonial Fort Condé — Free admission — Step back into the 1700s with interactive demonstrations and learn about the founders of Mobile.
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Major Applewhite Youth Football Camp
Lunch included — University of South Alabama — Cost info not specified — A fun and educational youth football camp for kids entering K-8th grade.
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Marcus Monroe Standup Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a high-energy comedy show filled with awkward yet entertaining banter from award-winning comedian Marcus Monroe.
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Complimentary Salsa Lessons with Israel Rodriguez
6-7 PM — Las Floriditas — Free entry — Enjoy complimentary salsa lessons with live music in a lively atmosphere.
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On-Site @ LODA Artwalk
6-9 p.m. — Cathedral Square — Free entry — Enjoy local art and music while learning about free genetic testing for Alabama adults.
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Mobile Lemon Drop Festival
4-10 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Cost not specified — A unique cocktail celebration featuring a signature twist on the classic lemon drop.
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Summer Cooking Camp - Greece and the U.S.
2-5 p.m. — Dumas Wesley Community Center — $195 — Explore global cuisine and enhance cooking skills with engaging activities for kids.
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Crescent Comedy Open Mic
7-11 p.m. — Crescent Theater — $5 at the door — Enjoy a night of laughs at this local comedy showcase with limited spots available.
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