🌱 Celebrate Carnival Season In Mobile + Free Brewing Co. Tasting

Happy Thursday, people of Mobile! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Rain; colder in the afternoon. High: 60 Low: 32.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Mobile today:

1. It's officially Carnival season in Mobile and there are no shortage of ways to celebrate. The carnival celebration season dates all the way back to 1703. This year, you, your family, and your friends can visit the Mobile Carnival Museum, head to Mardi Gras Park, attend a parade, and more. (WKRG News 5)
2. The Old Majestic Brewing Co. will be offering a free tasting at the Cottage Hill Package Store in West Mobile this Friday. From 6-8 p.m. attendees can sample several different kind of beers, including their Aurora Borealis Mimosa Petite Saison, Reflections IPA, and more. (WKRG News 5)
3. Mobile's credit rating has been given an upgrade by S&P Global Ratings. According to the report, the City of Mobile is in a strong financial position as it continues to pay off debt and bring in business. (NBC 15 WPMI)

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Today in Mobile:

• An Evening With Author Patti Callahan Henry at Ben May Main Library (5:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The 2022 City of Mobile Public Safety Calendar is here! You can pick up your copy at Mobile Police Headquarters for $10. (Facebook)
• The Free First Sunday at the History Museum of Mobile returns on Sunday, Feb. 6. The museum invites patrons to visit their new exhibition The Vikings Begin. (Facebook)
• Mobile County Public Schools congratulate Mrs. Barry and Mrs. Gehlken from Allentown Elementary School. On Jan. 14, they were each awarded an Alabama Power Classroom Grant to use for purchasing classroom supplies and resources. (Facebook)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.