WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Building a Better Mobile

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Mobile Rundown Staff

mobile launches program to keep electronics out of landfills

The City of Mobile has partnered with Ransom Solutions to expand electronic recycling with convenient drop-off locations, reducing landfill waste and environmental harm. 

The program also provides job opportunities for people overcoming homelessness and addiction

Alabama is overhauling its elementary math education by integrating math content and teaching strategies into unified courses, addressing one of the state’s lowest-ranked areas in student performance.

The Rain Group, a Mobile nonprofit, is launching the Community Couch, a mobile outreach program to provide resources and support to underserved communities, including the homeless.

mobile seniors enjoy new dining option at grace cafe

Grace Café has opened at the Connie Hudson Mobile Regional Senior Community Center, offering affordable, nutritious meals designed for seniors’ dietary needs. 

The café provides a welcoming space for seniors to enjoy fresh food, companionship, and connections while engaging in the center’s activities.

Maryvale Place Apartments, a $29 million affordable housing complex in Mobile, has opened with 96 modern units on the former site of Mae Eanes Middle School. 

The new Mobile International Airport at Brookley is set to open in March 2026, offering a more accessible location near downtown Mobile and Baldwin County. 

With larger planes, more seats, and competitive ticket prices, the airport aims to enhance travel options and attract greater passenger demand.

The five-year, $30 million Zeigler Boulevard widening project in Mobile is now complete, featuring new lanes, turning options, and enhanced safety measures for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. 

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