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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Clotilda Descendants Association will host its combined Landing Event and Ancestor Festival from July 3 to July 6 in Mobile to honor the legacy of Clotilda survivors and Africatown. The weekend will feature an environmental justice summit led by Ramsey Sprague and a reception with keynote speaker Jamelle Bouie — both set to address historical and current community challenges. UTV 44
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Mobile police investigated a Monday morning stabbing at about 4:30 a.m. on the 300 block of Gaston Street—officers found one man dead after an altercation with another man—and will release his name after his family is notified. AL.com
- ➤ The Mobile Sheriff’s Office reported on June 21 that a gas station manager shot a 17-year-old during an attempted robbery at Lucky 7 on St. Stephens Road in Prichard — the teen, who sustained a gunshot wound to the chest while fleeing the scene, was pronounced dead and detectives are reviewing video from a similar incident on June 9. UTV 44
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Shark Fest returns to the Gulf State Park Saltwater Fishing Pier from June 26 to 28 with live shark dissections, displays of shark bones and teeth, and interactive exhibits for families (face painting, crafts, and a live ray in the touch tank). The event will run from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on June 26 and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 27 and 28 with free parking and $5 admission. Gulf Coast Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Mobile launched the Financial Empowerment Blueprint to help residents build wealth through improved savings, credit steps, and better money education. City leaders developed the plan with local voices—nonprofits, business owners, and institutions—and it will guide upcoming job training and financial literacy programs. The Mobile Rundown
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new down payment assistance program under review by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs may offer eligible Mobile County home buyers a non-repayable grant of $1,000 to $50,000 to help cover down payments on single-family homes—future info sessions will provide details on how to apply. The Mobile Rundown
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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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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.
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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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24-Hour Polaris Slingshot Adventure
24 hours — Continental Battery Sales & Service — Rental Fee — Explore Mobile in a thrilling Polaris Slingshot with a customized itinerary.
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Fourth of July Celebration
6-9:30 p.m. — USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, games, and a dazzling fireworks display.
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The Bigger & Better Summer Bash
11 PM – 4 AM — 351 St Francis St, Mobile, AL — Paid venue parking — Get ready for a night filled with music, food, games, and fun at the ultimate summer party.
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Forever Ozzy - Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath
7-8:30 p.m. — Soul Kitchen Music Hall — Tickets starting at $18 — Experience a tribute to rock legends Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath in Mobile.
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Dementia and Future Planning Seminar
10-11 a.m. — Via Health, Fitness and Enrichment Center — Free entry — Learn about legal and financial planning for dementia at this informative seminar.
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Alabama Launchpad Regional Meetup: Mobile
4:30-6 p.m. — Innovation Portal — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs and discover growth opportunities for your startup.
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