🌱 Man Shot In Hospital Parking Lot + Mobile Youth Violence Prevention

Morning, people of Mobile! It's me again, Sean Peek, your host of the Mobile Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Sunshine and pleasant. High: 74 Low: 55.

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Here are the top three stories today in Mobile:

1. A man was fatally shot in the parking lot of University Hospital on Easter. 42-year-old Robert McMillian drove to the emergency room to check on a friend who had been shot in Prichard 30 minutes prior. According to investigators, an argument broke out between several people known to those involved in the Prichard shooting. During this incident, the driver of a gray Hyundai Sonata exited the vehicle and shot McMillian, who succumbed to his injuries. (Fox 10 News)
2. Mobile teens and the community are invited to attend a local event to stand up against gun violence. Tomorrow (Apr. 20), the "It Takes All of Us" event will be held at Unity Point Park at 3:00 p.m. Attendees can write messages on posters about how gun violence has impacted their life and their city. Visit the link to learn more about the youth violence prevention initiative. (Fox 10 News)
3. With many schools along the Gulf Coast closed for spring break this week, there are plenty of things to do right here in Mobile. On Thursday (Apr. 21), head over to Mardi Gras Park for a viewing of Grease at 7:30 p.m. The evening of Friday (Apr. 22) has two family-friendly events scheduled: a Kids Community Night at Lavretta Arts and Recreation Center, and Family Night Fun at Harmon Recreation Center. Finally, close the week out on Saturday (Apr. 23) with a Kids Day outing at James Seals Park. (WKRG News 5)

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Today in Mobile:

• Tea & New Book Tuesday At Mobile Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Arts & Crafts Time At West Regional Library (3:00 PM)
• Game On! Game Night! At Grand Bay Library (4:00 PM)
• L.O.L. Surprise! Live At Mobile Civic Center (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Driver's license offices in Mobile and across Alabama will remain closed for the next week, with plans to reopen on Tuesday, Apr. 26. The closure is taking place to install the state's new modernized driver's license system. (Facebook)
• Mobile County will host a free Earth Day event on Apr. 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Head over to the Mobile County Recycling Center to safely recycle your electronics, shred important documents, or sign up for local volunteer opportunities. (Facebook)
• Meet Bear, Edison, and all the adorable pets awaiting their forever home in Mobile shelters. (Mobile Patch)
• Looking for a new career opportunity? See who's hiring in and around Mobile. (Mobile Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right! I'll see you soon.

— 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.