Mobile
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Monday, November 17th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Hancock Whitney Stadium today, volunteers handed out 1,000 turkeys and sides to families in need for Thanksgiving dinner while preparing early this morning to help ensure full tables (local sports figures helped load cars and share kind words). WKRG News 5
- ➤ The Publix Battleship 12k celebrated its 10th anniversary this weekend as more than 2,800 runners traveled from Baldwin County to the battleship — a new trail run at Battleship Park added an extra challenge. Participants set personal records while honoring military service and paying tribute to the US Air Force. WKRG News 5
- ➤ University of Mobile students visited Baldwin County Corrections Center to share a worship service with inmates. Campus Pastor Jared Baria led the message with live music—the first ever in the jail—and county officials said they will continue the partnership for future services. 1819 News
- ➤ The City of Fairhope and Fairhope Public Utilities teamed up with Ecumenical Ministries to launch a holiday campaign that will brighten downtown and support local families with non-perishable food donations and utility bill assistance—drop-off sites are at the Welcome Center, City Hall and the James P. Nix Center. The Lighting of the Trees celebration on Nov. 20 will feature a switch flip to illuminate downtown and aid Baldwin County families in need. Gulf Coast Media
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Read & Play Storytime
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Ben May Main Library — Free — Engage your little ones in storytime with books, songs, and fingerplays to nurture their early development.
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Florida Atlantic Owls vs. South Alabama Jaguars Women's Basketball Game
12 PM — Mitchell Center — Check for ticket prices — Watch an exciting showdown in women's basketball with top team stats from both sides.
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Lighting of the Tree Celebration
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with local vendors, festive activities, and a special visit from Santa Claus.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience a mesmerizing family-friendly holiday stage spectacular blending cirque enchantment with festive spirit.
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16th Annual Turkey Trot for Hope
8-10 a.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in a festive Thanksgiving 5k or 1 mile ‘Gobble Wobble’ while supporting a great cause.
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Florida A&M Rattlers vs. South Alabama Jaguars Women's Basketball
12 PM — Mitchell Center — Check for ticket prices — Watch an exciting women's basketball matchup as South Alabama hosts Florida A&M.
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Wonderful Wednesday Storytime
10:00 – 10:30 a.m. — Theodore Oaks Branch - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Delight in stories and songs that spark early literacy for all ages.
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Tower of Power Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energy of funk and soul legends Tower of Power live on stage.
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Killer Beaz: Best Buzz in Town Tour
7-11 p.m. — Crescent Theater — Check venue for ticket cost — Comedian Killer Beaz brings laughs to celebrate 10 seasons of 'Moonshiners'.
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Saturday Morning Studio
10-11 a.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Explore your creativity through arts and crafts in a welcoming environment for children.
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