Mobile
Daily News
Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Mobile. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A veteran’s ocean rowing vessel from Mobile, lost after a turbulent Atlantic storm in 2022, was recovered off the coast of France nearly three years later. The find adds an unexpected chapter to local maritime history. Lagniappe Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local author and businessman Jerry Lathan unveils his new work on '1819 News: The Podcast'—examining how Apostle Peter evolved from an ordinary fisherman to a church founder. He explained that Peter’s relatable flaws bring a fresh perspective to the timeless story. 1819 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are asking residents to share their transit experiences online to help improve local service. The survey runs until Jan. 15, 2026 & could lead to updated routes and better connections. 1819 News
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Longform Improv Workshop with Lauren Ainsworth
12:00 – 1:30 AM — 358 St Louis St, Mobile, AL — Cost not specified — Explore the art of longform improv through high-energy, engaging exercises led by a Chicago-trained expert.
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New Years Eve Celebration
Celebrate New Years Eve — 5:00 PM onwards — The Royal Scam — $77 for a three-course dinner — Enjoy a charming dining experience with fresh Gulf seafood and fine wines.
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LEGO Fun Tuesday
4-5 p.m. — Semmes Regional Library — Free entry — Use your imagination and challenge your building skills with engaging LEGO activities for kids ages 6 to 18.
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A Stitch in Time
3:30-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free kit available — Creative hands come together to cross stitch with fellow crafters.
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Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the Mardi Gras season with music, food, and the grand tree lighting ceremony.
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BYOD: Bring Your Own Device Workshop
10-11 a.m. — West Regional Library - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Get assistance with your digital devices and learn about valuable library apps.
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January 2026 Vehicle Auction
8 a.m. — Mobile Police Department Impound Lot — Registration required — Bid on a variety of vehicles at the monthly auction event.
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2026 January Membership Breakfast
6:45-8:00 a.m. — Mobile Marriott — $35 per person — Network over breakfast and hear updates on Big Creek Lake from Water & Sewer Director Bud McCrory.
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Delta Adventure Cruise
10 AM – 12 PM — Historic Blakeley State Park — Cost Info Not Provided — Explore the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta on this scenic cruise.
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What's Up Wednesdays
4-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free entry — Surprise yourself with fun weekly activities like arts and crafts in the Youth Programming Room.
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