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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Prism Systems is moving its headquarters to downtown Mobile with a $6.4 million investment at Dauphin and Broad streets that will create 52 high-wage jobs and retain 44 current positions. CEO Keith Jones said the move will draw top engineering talent for the firm that builds controls for major theme park rides, with construction set to begin in September and operations shifting in April 2026. AL.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The historic Ace Theater, built for African American audiences during segregation where tickets cost less than 17 cents, is set to reopen at 501 Congress Street as home to Mobile’s Excelsior Band for jazz education and community events. The $3.5 million project is expected to complete around early 2027—preserving an important piece of local history. WKRG News 5
- ➤ Crews in Mobile have begun dismantling the historic S.S. United States and are now preparing to remove the crow's nest — the ship’s 65-foot forward funnel was removed earlier on Monday for preservation. The Conservancy plans to use the preserved funnels in a museum and parts of the vessel may form an artificial reef. UTV 44
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senators passed the Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act—intended to stop cartel-backed poaching by requiring tests to verify fish origins, and the bill now awaits House approval. Local fishermen expressed relief as the new law aims to create a fair market amid rising illegal fishing claims. NBC 15
- ➤ Alabama commemorated the 235th anniversary of the U.S. Coast Guard at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park where Mayor Sandy Stimpson, Coast Guard officers, and Rep. Shomari Figures led a wreath-laying ceremony to honor 12 guardsmen who died on duty — the event highlighted Mobile’s long connection to the service. 1819 News
- ➤ Mobile mayoral candidates clashed in a fast debate Monday night as former Police Chief Paul Prine, Judge Spiro Cheriogotis, County Commissioner Connie Hudson & State Rep. Barbara Drummond discussed policing tactics, arena funding and criticized Alabama’s permitless carry law. They exchanged views over a controversial police report and will face voters on Aug. 26. AL.com
- ➤ In preparation for the August 26 municipal election, Mobile voters must bring an accepted photo ID—such as a driver’s or non-driver ID, Alabama Photo Voter ID, U.S. passport, military, Tribal, or student/employee ID—to cast their ballots as required by state rules. UTV 44
- ➤ The Mobile Parks and Recreation Department will partner with the Alabama Army National Guard and local first responders to host two events this weekend. The 'Hoops & Heroes' basketball series will be held at the James M. Seals Jr. Community Center from 5 to 7 p.m.—followed by 'Adult Field Day' at Sage Herndon Park on Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. City of Mobile
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ART TALK: Behind the Scenes with Kurtis Thomas
5-7 p.m. — Mobile Museum of Art — $5 for Not-Yet Members — Explore the hidden aspects of art curation with MMofA's Logistics Manager.
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Alabama Amateur Open
2 AM – 5 AM — PickleRage — Registration fee required — Dive into competitive pickleball hosted by the APA for an action-packed weekend.
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Chess Club at West Regional Library
3-5 p.m. — West Regional Library — Free entry — All ages welcome to improve chess skills in a friendly club environment.
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SS United States Tour with Historian John Sledge
3-4 p.m. — Mobile Convention Center — Tickets from $15 — Discover the storied history of the SS United States from esteemed maritime historian John Sledge.
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Orchestra Noir
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket required — Experience Orchestra Noir's electrifying reimagining of early 2000s music through orchestral power.
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