Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
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🏘️ Community
Jenni Dixon from Spanish Fort advanced to the national Super Mom competition quarterfinals, placing 14th as she raised funds for Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
The event, hosted by Heidi Klum, highlighted her support for pediatric care while she balanced a busy family life and a high-stakes marketing career.
💼 Business
Legacy Cabinets in Eastaboga announced it will close immediately after sending a memo that did not meet the WARN Act notice requirement, and workers have not yet received details on their final paychecks.
The memo was sent Saturday at 7 p.m. as the company sought capital to postpone the shutdown.
🎭 Culture
Musician Charley Crockett will perform his unique Gulf & Western sound at Mobile Saenger Theatre Tuesday, Sept.
1 at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available online and at the box office at 6 S. Joachim St.
🏛️ Government
ALEA, Gulf Shores Beach Rescue and Orange Beach Rescue are flying over coastal areas for training missions as lifeguards practice rescues under double red flags conditions.
The increased funding — boosted by 50% and originally secured to honor Deputy Bill Smith — expands helicopter patrols this week.
🏥 Health
Health officials warned that recent testing shows high bacteria levels at three Baldwin County coastal spots—including Fairhope Public Beach, Gulf State Park Pavilion and Orange Street Pier/Beach—after heavy rain.
Samples will be retested as part of routine water quality monitoring to protect public health.
📰 Real Estate
Louisiana-based Crescent Sotheby’s International Realty rebranded Kaiser Sotheby’s in Gulf Shores and Fairhope, keeping offices at 1550 W.
2nd St. and 10 S. Church St. + broker Kyle Tallo leads; several property deals, including a hotel and an investment property sale, mark lively activity in Gulf Coast real estate.
🎉 Mobile Events
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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.
Complimentary Salsa Lessons with Israel Rodriguez
6-7 PM — Las Floriditas — Free entry — Enjoy complimentary salsa lessons with live music in a lively atmosphere.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Martin Phillips Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Local favorites — Martin Phillips brings his rapidly rising stand-up comedy to the Crescent Theater for an evening of laughter.
Leon Maisel Author Signing
1-3 p.m. — Page & Palette — Free entry — Enjoy coffee or wine while getting your book signed by the author of Normandy, Echoes in Blood.
Ify Nwadiwe Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Ify Nwadiwe's big personality and sharp timing in a night of laughs.
Distinguished Young Women Community Night
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Free entry — Celebrate local talent with participants and winners from the Gulf Coast Talent Showcase.
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