🌱 Pedestrian Killed On Theodore-Dawes Rd + Gas Station Shooting

Mobile AL

25 January, 2022

4:15 PM

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Happy Wednesday, people of Mobile! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally today. First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and cool. High: 53 Low: 33. Here are the top three stories today in Mobile: A pedestrian was struck and killed by a pickup truck on Theodore-Dawes Road Monday night. The unidentified pedestrian was struck around 7:30 p.m. by a 52-year-old man. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene and the driver was not injured. (FOX10 News) The Mobile Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at a Chevron gas station early Monday morning. One shot was heard around 12:10 a.m., injuring one man. Authorities say the suspect approached the victim with a handgun, demanded money, and then shot the victim in the arm. (FOX10 News) The city of Mobile recently launched a web page about its upcoming redistricting process. Users can access information about the process, a FAQ list, and upcoming meetings. The website also has an interactive map that allows anyone to view and compare the current council districts to the proposed ones. (WKRG News 5) From our sponsor: Today's Mobile Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Mobile: Mobile GREAT Workshop At AMSTI-USA (8:00 AM)Knit & Crochet At West Regional Library (3:00 PM)Light the Fuse Mardi Gras Feast At The Fairhope Inn (5:30 PM) From my notebook: On Monday, the Mobile County Commission recognized two employees retiring at the end of the month: James Watson, Jr. with the Mobile County Sheriff's Office and Glenda Williams with the Mobile County License Commissioner's Office, combined the two have worked a total of 54 years. (Facebook) How many times over the last two years have you said, "I need a vacation?" This time around, book one! Plan your trip to Mobile today. (Facebook)Want to learn more about Mobile County Public magnet schools? Check out this recent episode of FOX10's Perspectives. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: The Better Skin Co. — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Comedian Killer Beaz LIVE (January 29) Add your event Loving the Mobile Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you 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.