Since January, Mobile County employees have been climbing behind the wheel—but not out on the road. Instead, they’ve been training inside high-tech driving simulators. These machines were purchased in 2024 to improve safety across departments, and now they’re getting plenty of use. According to Mobile County Risk Manager Tim Smith, the goal is muscle memory. … Read more
As hurricane season approaches, Mobile’s city leaders aren’t waiting around. On Wednesday, department heads met to run through worst-case scenarios—together. In past years, each department had its own playbook. Fire had one plan. Public works had another. But according to Public Safety Director Rob Lasky, that patchwork approach left room for confusion. “One of the … Read more
Anita Presley, known by nearly everyone as Miss Anita, isn’t just a teacher—she’s a fixture at Mobile Christian School. For over two decades, she’s made the campus feel like home. Her journey started in these very halls, and she never left. Her husband graduated from the school. So did her three daughters. Today, she stands … Read more
A quiet afternoon in Mobile’s Jackson Heights turned into a full-blown rescue scene last month. Smoke poured from a one-story home while Miss Greta, a black lab, was trapped inside. She had no way out—until a passing neighbor noticed something didn’t look right. The woman, who asked to stay anonymous, was simply heading to pick … Read more
A fresh chapter is starting on Arlington Street. Last April, city leaders and community members gathered to officially break ground on C.J. Small Heights, a new affordable housing subdivision named in honor of Mobile City Council President C.J. Small. Built on the site of the former Arlington School, this project will feature 23 single-family homes … Read more
Excitement is building along the Gulf Coast as Amtrak gears up to launch its new “Mardi Gras Service” this summer. While official fares and schedules are still under wraps, tourism officials are dropping hints that the new train ride will be an affordable and easy option for travelers ready to ride the rails. David Clark, … Read more
Blakeley State Park is kicking off summer in style with a day full of boat cruises, live music, and waterfront fun. On the afternoon of May 9, the park is offering special one-hour cruises to see the SS United States, the legendary 1950 ocean liner now resting in Mobile Harbor. This floating piece of history … Read more
Big news for anyone dreaming of new stamps in their passport: Mobile is getting a Passport Fair for one day only. Senator Tommy Tuberville and the U.S. Department of State are teaming up to make getting a passport a whole lot easier. The event is set for Wednesday, April 30 at the Mobile Convention Center … Read more
Alabama high school students now have a second option for earning a diploma. Instead of following the traditional route packed with Algebra II and chemistry, they can choose to build a schedule around hands-on courses—like carpentry, culinary arts, welding, or cosmetology. It’s part of a new diploma track called Option B, focused on workforce readiness. … Read more
Wes Bedsole always knew the traditional college route wasn’t for him. He preferred tools over textbooks, and from an early age, he spent time working with his hands alongside family. That mindset steered him to Coastal Alabama Community College, where he joined the school’s aviation program—and that decision launched his career. He found his rhythm … Read more
