Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Mobile.
Mobile police arrested 19-year-old Charles Frazier-McKinley on Friday after he allegedly punched an elderly man multiple times following a motorcycle crash on Schillinger Road South and Hitt Road at 9:02 a.m. Thursday—officers charged him with elderly abuse while the injured man was taken to the hospital for serious treatment.
Auburn University biologist Jimmy Stiles said Alabama has six venomous snake species including three rattlesnakes—the small pygmy found mainly in Mobile and Baldwin counties, the timber common in rural areas, and the eastern diamondback known as North America’s largest venomous snake facing decline from habitat loss and human threats. The snakes show distinct sizes and behaviors that call for caution when encountered in their natural habitats.
A $15.1 million dredging project is underway at Langan Lake led by Mayor Sandy Stimpson and city council vice president Gina Gregory with Hughes Companies set to remove 225,000 cubic yards of sediment over 18 months.
The RESTORE Act project will improve water quality—eradicate invasive species and make the lake accessible for kayaks and canoes.
Children’s of Alabama runs its Look and Lock: A Child Safety Campaign that urges drivers to check vehicles before locking them to prevent pediatric heatstroke deaths—launched on May 1 to run through summer with billboards on beach routes and support from ADECA, NHTSA, and local partners.
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.
Swamp Water Symphony Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Bull — $ — Experience the sounds of the American roots band Swamp Water Symphony from Mobile, Alabama.
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.
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.
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.
Open House Event
2-4 p.m. — 6209 Waterbridge Ave — Free entry — Explore the best neighborhoods in Mobile during this open house event showcasing local charm.
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.
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.
The 2025 General Assembly of The Church Of The Living God International
8 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Experience ten days of worship, fellowship, and spiritual renewal at this dynamic assembly.
Half Day Meditation Retreat with Monk Choo
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Meditation Center of Alabama — Donation-based — Experience tranquility and self-discovery through guided meditation with skilled instructors.
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