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Phenix City, AL
23Events this week
6Free things to do
80New spots
102New stories

● Checked Sunday, October 4, before the 6 AM send.

This week in Phenix City

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 23 events, day by day →

History Crew Meet & Greet

Monday 1pm · National Civil War Naval Museum

Valkyries Tryouts

Monday 6pm · St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School

Bingo Night

Tuesday 5pm · Chick-fil-A

Taco Tuesday & Trivia

Tuesday 7pm · Jarfly

Sweet South: Music Revival

Wednesday 7:30pm · The Loft · Free

New in Phenix City

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Mexigrill taquería

Restaurants

Taco cravings, sorted: Mexi-Grill Taqueria nails Mexican comfort food with birria tacos on handmade tortillas, sizzling fajitas, and hearty plates loaded with rice, beans, and plantains.

mexigrillcolumbusga.com ↗

Solemn Ink

Beauty

Clean lines, chill vibes: Solemn Ink is a private, appointment-only studio where crisp technique meets calm energy, turning your idea into a custom piece that actually fits your style.

solemnink.com ↗

Southern Paws Pet Salon

Pets

Fresh-cut fur vibes: Southern Paws Pet Salon keeps local pets looking sharp with gentle, customized grooming that actually fits your pet’s coat, quirks, and mood.

southernpawspetsalon.top ↗

Phenix City’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Phenix City’s best →

Most read in Phenix City

The five stories Phenix City readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Haunted houses across Alabama: Interactive maps for Halloween fun

    Fall is officially Halloween season in Alabama, with many cities already preparing for Halloween with many open haunted houses.

    Full story at wvtm13.com ↗

  2. Stranger Things: Real Life Oddities Found In Alabama

    Alabama, known for its oddities, has a reputation for its unique nature.

    Full story at tuscaloosathread.com ↗

  3. Health experts warn to avoid kratom products

    Health experts have warned that kratom products can be dangerous and are urging people to avoid these products.

    Full story at fox10tv.com ↗

  4. Russell County officials preparing for 16th annual Stampede Rodeo

    Russell County officials are preparing for the 16th annual Stampede Rodeo, returning to the area on Oct.

    Full story at wrbl.com ↗

  5. Auburn, Alabama joint food drive kicks off at state capitol

    Auburn University's Beat Bama Food Drive and The University of Alabama's Beat Hunger food drive will begin at the state capitol on Sept.

    Full story at wsfa.com ↗

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