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Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michelle Mackovic, mother of late volunteer firefighter Chance Marks who died in 2022, leads an annual tribute that provides 18 pairs of new shoes and school supplies to the Christian Service Center for local children. Ken Stead of the Christian Jeep Association helped launch the event in 2023 and it has grown into a tradition that supports children in need—honoring Chance’s lasting legacy. Gulf Coast Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mobile recently released an official version of Monopoly that replaces street names with local attractions (Magic Christmas in Lights, Bienville Square, and Mobile Saenger Theatre). Some locals argue that the change removes the city’s unique neighborhood feel and key local details. AL.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spring Hill College renewed President Mary Van Brunt’s contract for five years as it prepares for its 200th anniversary, reaffirming her leadership. The college broke ground on a new Health and Science Innovation Center and announced agreements with Rockhurst University + new healthcare pathways. Gulf Coast Media
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Chris Elliott said on Capitol Journal that dumping dredge mud into Mobile Bay as part of the port expansion harms the environment and may hurt tourism—he noted that the project damages water quality and marine life. 1819 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kay Ivey’s lawyers asked a federal judge Friday to dismiss a lawsuit filed in June by former ADVA Commissioner Kent Davis after he was fired last year. The suit claims Ivey acted against the law and in a hurtful way—and the lawyers said his anger does not give the court a reason to hear the case. 1819 News
- ➤ Former Congressman Jerry Carl filed a statement with the Federal Election Commission on Aug. 7 to run for his old seat in the 1st District—where he served two terms—as part of a wave of GOP candidates preparing for the 2026 primary amid possible Senate race shifts. AL.com
- ➤ Rep. Barry Moore shared a poll showing his wife Heather leads the GOP primary field for District 1 in 2026 with 39%—he will soon announce his Senate run that will open his current seat and plans a Big Announcement Event in Sylvania on August 15. 1819 News
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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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An Evening with Pastor Shirley Caesar
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket details available — Experience the uplifting performance of the Queen of Gospel.
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Emerald Coast Beer Festival
5:30 p.m. — Seville Quarter — Cost not specified — Sample a variety of craft beers from Iron Hand Brewing at this local festival.
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Free First Sunday at the History Museum of Mobile & Colonial Fort Conde
1-5 p.m. — History Museum of Mobile — Free admission — Enjoy a day at the museum and explore local history for free on the first Sunday of each month.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
6:30-7 p.m. — Lucky Irish Pub & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening of laughter with local comedians showcasing their talents.
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