Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
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💼 Business
Escapology opened its new escape room venue at Eastern Shore Centre on Friday, Nov.
21 at 3:30 p.m.—marking its third Alabama location—with a grand opening event that featured a ribbon cutting, confetti, and guided tours of themed rooms. The venue offers puzzles and challenges for families, friends, and corporate groups in Spanish Fort.
🎭 Culture
Yesterday, the University of North Alabama’s marching band performed at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade after being selected last year from over 100 applicants.
The band wore purple, white and glitter and marched through Manhattan—representing Alabama and the Fourth District.
🌲 Environment
Three Baldwin County retirees formed the Coal Ash Action Group to call for the removal of 22 million cubic yards of coal ash from an Alabama Power site next to the Mobile River as shown in the new documentary Sallie's Ashes.
The film shows how their fight — which aims to protect the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta — has drawn local attention while Alabama Power said it will follow state and federal environmental rules.
🏛️ Government
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt and U.S. Sen. Cory Booker are working together on the NIH Act — it will give $73.4 million each year for seven years to help research that lowers maternal deaths and improves care for women.
Britt also backs the Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act to aid rural hospitals and a bill to make adoption safer.
📰 Lifestyle
Fish River Tree Farm in central Baldwin County is preparing for the holiday season by planning festive activities for families such as a free train ride, a live nativity scene, camel and pony rides, and occasional visits from Santa.
The farm (located at 13982 Woodhaven Dairy Road E in Summerdale) will be open daily until Dec. 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
🏈 Sports
No. 8 Alabama beat Maryland 105—72 in its third game of the Players Era Festival as the team built an early lead and saw strong bench play; all players scored and Alabama improved to 5—2 on the year.
The Crimson Tide will host Clemson on December 3 at 6 p.m.
🎉 Mobile Events
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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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
AvGas Level 2 Training Course
11:59 AM — Continental Aerospace Technologies — $1,695.00 inclusive — Enhance your skills with a comprehensive 5-day training on piston engines.
An Evening With Peter Billingsley and A Christmas Story
5-8 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — Experience a beloved holiday film with a special guest from the movie.
Santa's Missing Mail Puppet Show
11-11:45 a.m. — Hearin-Chandler Auditorium — $5 entry for non-members ages 5+ — Enjoy an interactive puppet show by award-winning puppeteer David Stephens, featuring lots of audience participation.
68 Ventures Bowl: UL Lafayette vs. Delaware
7:30-9 p.m. — Hancock Whitney Stadium — Tickets from $20 — Catch the NCAA showdown between UL Lafayette Ragin Cajuns and Delaware Blue Hens under the lights.
Brick-By-Brick LEGO Club
3-4 p.m. — Parkway Branch - Mobile Public Library — Registration recommended — Enjoy creativity and teamwork while building amazing LEGO masterpieces.
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