🌱 Voting Machines Tested + MPD To Enforce Teen Curfew

Mobile AL

17 May, 2022

2:33 PM

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Rise and shine, Mobile! Let's get this Wednesday started off right. Here's everything worth knowing around Mobile today. First, today's weather: Mainly cloudy. High: 91 Low: 73. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Mobile. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories today in Mobile: The Mobile County Probate Court tested voting machines on Monday in preparation for the upcoming election. The probate court tests dozens of machines the week before an election to ensure they are working properly. After the test, the machines are sealed and shipped to polling locations. (WKRG News 5)The Mobile Police Department will be enforcing a teen curfew in downtown's entertainment district. The curfew enforcement is in reaction to Saturday night's Bienville Square shooting. The curfew begins at 10:00 p.m. for everyone under the age of 18. The curfew is lifted at 5:00 a.m. each morning. (Fox 10 News) A Mobile family is asking for the community's help after a tree fell on their home during Sunday's storm. Brea King's family home in the Wildwood Heights neighborhood was hit by a falling tree that was struck by lightning. King, her granddaughter, and three great-grandchildren were thankfully uninjured. (NBC 15 WPMI) From our sponsor: Hey, Mobile — need something done in your home? Check out our new Local Businesses feature in Mobile to find top-rated local pros for gardening, plumbing, house cleaning and so much more! Today in Mobile: Good Listener Storytime At The Mobile Public Library (9:30 AM) Knit & Crochet At The West Regional Library (2:00 PM) From my notebook: Visit Mobile is preparing for summer vacation travelers. Plan your next vacation or getaway at one of Mobile's best hotels, including the Hilton Garden Inn Mobile Downtown. (Facebook) Mobile has a robust craft beer scene. Click here for a list of the city's best craft brews to enjoy while celebrating American Craft Beer Week. (Facebook) Mobile County Public Schools' new hotline wants to make sure you are feeling alright during Mental Health Month. Call 251-221-RUOK for a quick pep talk. (Facebook) Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you around! — 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.