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🌱 Farnell Street Shooting + Missing Woman Found Safe In Mobile

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warm. High: 87 Low: 68.


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Here are the top three stories today in Mobile:

  1. The Mobile County Animal Shelter held a special adoption clinic on Saturday in celebration of Mother's Day. The event's goal was to empty the kennel of adoptable dogs. Adoption fees were set at only $10 and the shelter reports that the event was a massive success. (Fox 10 News)
  2. The Mobile Police Department is investigating a Friday night shooting that left a man with a gunshot wound in his leg. The department responded to the incident in the 700 block of Farnell Street. The victim is recovering from his injuries at University Hospital. (WKRG News 5)
  3. The Mobile Police Department reports that a missing woman has been found. Eva May Walker was located in the 700 block of East Salvia Street safely. Walker, who has dementia, went missing on Thursday on Alba Street. (WKRG News 5)

Today in Mobile:

  • Cricut Creations at Grand Bay Library (9:00 AM)
  • Chess Club at West Regional Library (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Are you searching for a good oyster? The Murder Point Oyster Company is shucking the best oysters for its customers. Visit mobile.org to learn more about the delicious oysters made with "butter love." (Facebook)
  • On the last day of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, Mobile County reminds residents to complete a written hurricane plan. Writing down your plan will ensure no mistakes are made during the chaotic storm event. (Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

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.

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