What's up, Mobile? ✨ It's that time again—let's dive into what's buzzing around town this week!
☀️ Weather ForecastMonday February 16 | 73°F / 48°F | Increasing sun |
| Tuesday February 17 | 71°F / 60°F | Sun and some clouds, dry |
| Wednesday February 18 | 79°F / 62°F | Intervals of clouds and sunshine |
| Thursday February 19 | 79°F / 67°F | Intervals of clouds and sunshine |
| Friday February 20 | 76°F / 67°F | Mostly cloudy with a brief shower or two 💧 scattered (≈20%) |
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| 💡 Weekend Tip: Expect warm, humid conditions with occasional showers—weekend outdoor plans are best scheduled in late morning or after afternoon rain potential subsides. |
📅 Local Events1 | Dwight Yoakam Concert📅 When: Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM 📍 Where: Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL ℹ️ What: Legendary country music artist Dwight Yoakam performs live at the historic Saenger Theatre. More On This Event → |
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2 | Brad Williams: The Tall Tales Tour📅 When: Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM 📍 Where: Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL ℹ️ What: Comedian Brad Williams brings his ‘Tall Tales Tour’ to the Saenger Theatre. More On This Event → |
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3 | Dirty Dancing in Concert📅 When: Friday, February 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM 📍 Where: Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL ℹ️ What: A live concert experience re-creates the iconic film ‘Dirty Dancing’ with music performed live. More On This Event → |
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4 | Art After Dark: Celebrating Black Art📅 When: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM 📍 Where: Mobile Museum of Art, 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL ℹ️ What: An evening event at the Mobile Museum of Art celebrating Black art with exhibitions and more. More On This Event → |
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5 | Black History Month Celebration📅 When: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM 📍 Where: Mobile Museum of Art, 4850 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL ℹ️ What: Free, family‑friendly museum day featuring live performances, film, discussion, interactive exhibits, and food trucks. More On This Event → |
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🏛️ Community News1 | Infrastructure
Mobile Airport terminal on track for Fall 2026 openingThe Mobile Airport Authority reports that construction of the new terminal at Mobile International Airport remains within its roughly $381 million budget. The terminal is expected to be substantially complete by September 2026, with commercial flights beginning in October or November and supporting airlines like Delta, United and American relocating operations from Mobile Regional Airport. Read Full Article → |
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2 | Schools
Mobile County Public Schools release 2026–2027 calendar optionsMCPSS has released two calendar options for the 2026–2027 school year. Staff can vote on their preferred option, and a public hearing was scheduled February 12, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. for community feedback. Read Full Article → |
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3 | Infrastructure
Record $17 million planned for road resurfacing and infrastructure in 2026The City of Mobile plans to invest a record $17 million in 2026 on road resurfacing and other infrastructure improvements funded through the Capital Improvement Program. Contracts will be awarded soon, and focus will be on resurfacing in even-numbered years. Read Full Article → |
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4 | Community
City newsletter highlights USS Farragut visit and storm preparedness sale‑tax holidaysRecent city council email newsletters informed residents about the USS Farragut’s upcoming visit to Mobile and announced a temporary sales tax holiday on storm preparedness items. Read Full Article → |
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5 | City Council
City Council to approve Tillmans Corner beautification projectUpcoming City Council agenda includes contracts for a major beautification initiative in Tillmans Corner, including new trees, sidewalks, and updated lighting, with partners such as the Southwest Mobile County Chamber and Mobile Area Hotels. Read Full Article → |
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💼 Business News1 | Expansion
ABC Board store remodel in Mobile📍 Location: Mobile, AL (ABC Store #182) The Alabama ABC Board temporarily closed its Mobile store for a remodel, expected to be completed by mid‑March 2026. Read More → |
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2 | Expansion
Bryant Bank breaks ground on new Mobile office📍 Location: 3680 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL Bryant Bank held a groundbreaking for a new three-story full‑service bank branch relocating to Dauphin Street. Read More → |
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3 | Other
Mobile Pro Hockey Club expansion announcement📍 Location: Mobile, AL (New Mobile Arena) A new SPHL professional ice hockey team, the Mobile Pro Hockey Club, was approved to begin playing in the 2027‑28 season at the downtown Mobile Arena under construction. Read More → |
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4 | Other
City pauses internet sales tax challenge📍 Location: Mobile, AL The City of Mobile dismissed its legal challenge to Alabama’s Simplified Sellers Use Tax to pursue faster legislative remedy. Read More → |
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5 | Closing (Temporary)
Temporary ABC Board remodel for Mobile store📍 Location: Mobile, AL (ABC Store #182) The Alabama ABC Board temporarily closed its Mobile store for renovation, reopening projected mid‑March 2026. Read More → |
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🍽️ New Restaurants1 | Buzzed Bull Creamery🍴 Cuisine: Ice Cream / Dessert 📍 Location: 362 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL ✨ Why Visit: An inventive ice‑cream shop using liquid nitrogen to craft fresh, premium customizable ice creams and milkshakes, including alcohol‑infused options for adults. Check It Out → |
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2 | Firehouse Wine Bar🍴 Cuisine: Wine Bar / Small Plates 📍 Location: 216 St. Francis Street, Mobile, AL ✨ Why Visit: Beloved wine bar reopened after three‑year hiatus, offering an impressive global wine selection paired with flatbreads and cheese boards in a historic setting. Check It Out → |
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3 | Banh Mi Cafe🍴 Cuisine: Vietnamese 📍 Location: 456 Azalea Road, Mobile, AL ✨ Why Visit: Authentic Vietnamese banh mi served on freshly baked baguettes with high‑quality proteins and flavorful toppings—finally bringing this sandwich staple to Mobile. Check It Out → |
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4 | Chipotle Mexican Grill (Tillman’s Corner)🍴 Cuisine: Mexican / Fast Casual 📍 Location: Tillman’s Corner, Mobile, AL (former ChinaTown behind Lowe’s) ✨ Why Visit: A new Chipotle location has opened in the former ChinaTown site in Tillman’s Corner, adding fast‑casual Mexican to the neighborhood. Check It Out → |
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5 | Ninety Restaurant and Bar🍴 Cuisine: Bar / American 📍 Location: Tillman’s Corner, Mobile, AL (behind Lowe’s, alongside Chipotle) ✨ Why Visit: A newly opened bar and restaurant in Tillman’s Corner, part of recent development alongside Chipotle, offering American fare and drinks. Check It Out → |
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🏠 Real Estate Snapshot$228,000 Median Price | | +3.1% (year-over-year) Year-over-Year | | 62 days Avg. Days | | Balanced Market Type |
Key Highlights→ Median sale price in Mobile County rose moderately, signaling steady demand in early 2026 → Homes are taking longer to sell year-over-year, suggesting a slight cooling in pace → Sale-to-list price remains strong but slightly below list, indicating balanced leverage between buyers and sellers |
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Keep it local, Mobile! 🛍️ We'll be back next week with more stories from your amazing community.
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