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Alex Lofton, “Huggy Bear da Poet,” Named Mobile’s 2026-2027 Poet Laureate

August 19, 2026 James Bullard

The Mobile Arts Council has named Alex Lofton, known as “Huggy Bear da Poet,” as the city's 2026-2027 Poet Laureate to promote literary arts and community engagement.

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Great Day Latte to Host Poetry Open Mic Featuring Queen Black for LoDa ArtWalk

August 17, 2026 James Bullard

Great Day Latte hosts a Poetry Open Mic featuring poet Queen Black during Mobile's LoDa ArtWalk on Aug. 14, presented by Poet Laureate Huggy Bear da Poet.