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Hey there, Mobile! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Will new downtown rules change how Mobile grows next decade?
  • How new MAWSS tanks could protect Mobile's creeks during big storms
  • Why Missouri teens are doing serious marine research near Mobile

Also on today's calendar: Christian Comedy Revival Live and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 96 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 74.
  • Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 94 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mobile to host community workshop on Downtown Development District update (mynbc15.com) — City leaders are asking Mobile residents to help shape the future of downtown by weighing in on updates to the Downtown Development District code at a public workshop on September 2. The meeting at the National Maritime Museum will feature small-group discussions on building design, permitted uses, and approval processes, with feedback guiding changes before they reach the Planning Commission and City Council.
   

2. MAWSS set to complete latest phase of sewer overflow mitigation project (fox10tv.com) — Mobile's water utility is wrapping up a major sewer overflow mitigation project featuring massive storage tanks near Eslava Creek, designed to keep wastewater out of local creeks and rivers. MAWSS leaders say the $36 million phase, part of a broader $74 million effort, should come fully online later this year and has already reduced sanitary sewer overflows in key Mobile basins.
   

3. Missouri students get hands-on marine science training at Dauphin Island Sea Lab (utv44.com) — Students from Missouri are on the Gulf Coast working with Dauphin Island Sea Lab scientists and a University of South Alabama professor to practice real-world marine research. Their time in coastal waters near Mobile is designed to spark interest in science careers, while showing how Midwestern rivers ultimately connect to the Gulf these students are now studying firsthand.
   

4. Mobile man who fled to Arkansas after shooting pleads guilty to murder (fox10tv.com) — A Mobile man has pleaded guilty to a 2020 murder and received a 20-year sentence in Mobile County Circuit Court, with additional charges dismissed under a plea deal. Investigators linked him to a body found near Dog River in Theodore, and he'll receive credit for time already served in Arkansas and Mobile County Metro Jail.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Mobile

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★ Featured events ★

    Friday September 11
  • Mac Mcanally →
    Saenger Theatre Mobile, 6 S Joachim St, Mobile
    7:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Baker High School Community Pep Rally
    Bernice J Causey Middle School 8901 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608, USA
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 19
  • Site Preview - Planning Commission →
    Daphne, AL Calendar
    8:30 am
  • Mobile County Board of School Commissioners Work Session
    Dunbar Creative Performing Arts Irvington, AL 36544
    10:00 am
  • LMS Football vs Spanish Fort - Home Game
    Lott Middle School 8200 W Lebaron Ave, Citronelle, AL 36522, USA
    6:00 pm
    • Thursday August 20
  • Chess Club for Everyone at Semmes →
    Semmes Regional Library - Mobile Public Library, 9150 Moffett Rd, Semmes
    3:00 pm
  • Volleyball Tri-Match at LMS vs Washington and Hankins
    Lott Middle School 17740 Celeste Rd, Citronelle, AL 36522, USA
    4:00 pm
  • 2025 Science Lecture Series →
    Daphne Public Library, 2607 US-98, Daphne
    4:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Good morning everyone I live on Wellington I found this puppy Prichard land and she was looking for food.
    We were on our way to church. So I brought her home and feed her. If this is your baby please hit me up. She was in the street I didn't want anything… (Nextdoor Trinity Gardens)
  • Any one missing?
    He appears to have infected eye and worms…Anyone can help as to a Vet that could help w/ treating? He has been coming around for 2-3 weeks and very… (Nextdoor Midtown Mobile)
  • SPATCO Energy Solutions posted a job opening for Inventory Coordinator - Warehouse ( MOBILE, AL AREA ) in Mobile. Apply here.
  • Kellermeyer posted a job opening for Janitorial Crew Member in Mobile. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mobile here.

Ok Mobile! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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