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Sunday, December 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mobile celebrates New Year's Eve starting at 11 a.m. with free all-day activities, including a kids zone, contests, a parade, and a headlining performance by Clint Black, culminating in the annual MoonPie Drop at midnight.  1819 News
  • A pair of puppies were rescued on Saturday after being thrown from Dog River Bridge, in an incident highlighting both cruelty and community spirit.  Lagniappe Daily

CULTURE NEWS

  • Lagniappe has acquired Mobile Mask, with plans to improve the publication starting with its 2026 issue, following the original owners' final 2025 edition.  WKRG News 5
  • The History Museum of Mobile is set to host an exhibit showcasing the art and methods of creating medieval manuscripts, highlighting traditional materials like gold leaf and egg-based inks.  Lagniappe Daily

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announces the end of the 2024 red snapper season on December 31, with the 2025 quota set at 664,552 pounds.  1819 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Alabama's political landscape in 2025 will focus on potential gambling legislation, high-profile acquisitions, the 2026 gubernatorial race, redistricting trials, and health care legislation.  1819 News
  • Alabama introduces a tax break for businesses supporting worker child care, among widespread legislative changes addressing minimum wage increases, social media regulations, and more.  Alabama Public Radio

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Moonpie Over Mobile New Year's Eve Celebration

    This annual free event features a giant electronic MoonPie drop and live music performances, attracting over 50,000 attendees.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Black Jacket Symphony Performs The Beatles' Abbey Road

    The Black Jacket Symphony will perform 'Abbey Road' along with The Beatles' greatest hits at the Saenger Theatre in Mobile.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Commodity Concert at Oyster City Brewing Company

    A live music event featuring the band COMMODITY at Oyster City Brewing Company in Mobile, AL.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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  • Excursion to Alabama's Historic Site of Old Mobile

    Experience a unique cruise through the Mobile-Tensaw Delta to visit the archaeological remains of Alabama's first European settlement, guided by a renowned local scholar.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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