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USA Health CEO Owen Bailey Earns Gold Medal of Excellence

USA Health CEO Owen Bailey Earns Gold Medal of Excellence

Owen Bailey, CEO of USA Health, just snagged the Alabama Hospital Association’s Gold Medal of Excellence—its highest honor.  Reserved for those whose leadership genuinely moves the needle in local and statewide healthcare, this award only appears when someone’s achievements truly shine.  With retirement on the horizon this August, Bailey’s crowning moment arrives like the perfect … Read more

Lawmakers Earmark 375 Million for RAISE Fund Over Three Years

Lawmakers Earmark 375 Million for RAISE Fund Over Three Years

Big news for Alabama’s classrooms: the Legislature has rolled out a brand-new funding formula called RAISE (Renewing Alabama’s Investment in Student Excellence).  Instead of simply counting heads, this plan adds “weights” to base funding—extra dollars aimed at students who need more support.  It’s a shift that’s got everyone talking, from Birmingham to Gulf Shores, and … Read more

Mobile Secures I-65 Service Road Site for Future Pet Center

Mobile Secures I-65 Service Road Site for Future Pet Center

The Mobile City Council is making waves with two resolutions aimed at moving a fresh animal shelter project forward.  By earmarking a combined $10 million, council members are showing serious affection for our four-legged friends.  Those wagging tails and curious purrs will soon have a modern home to call their own, and the council’s latest … Read more

Major Safety Upgrades Rolling Out Across Mobile Streets

Major Safety Upgrades Rolling Out Across Mobile Streets

Downtown Mobile is about to feel like a brand-new neighborhood.  Over the next year, six key streets will swap their one-way status for two-way traffic, and more than 23 traffic lights will be replaced with stop signs.  It’s all designed to calm speeding cars, invite more spontaneous strolls, and make each block feel friendlier.  By … Read more

Mobile Fire-Rescue Earns Top National Honor

Mobile Fire-Rescue Earns Top National Honor

Fans of swift, lifesaving action had reason to celebrate when Mobile Fire-Rescue Department’s EMS team snagged the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold achievement award.  This accolade highlights the department’s high marks in rapid, research-driven care for the most serious heart attacks and strokes.  It’s a badge of honor that reflects the dedication of … Read more

Mobile County Helps Families Step onto Homeownership Ladder

Mobile County Helps Families Step onto Homeownership Ladder

Mobile County just launched a game-changer for anyone dreaming of owning a house after the storms of 2020.  The new Homeownership Downpayment Assistance Program hands qualified buyers up to $50,000 to help cover that all-important down payment.  Think of it as a friendly nudge toward putting down roots in this corner of Alabama, especially if … Read more

Boutique Hotel Proposed for Former Mobile Armory Site

Boutique Hotel Proposed for Former Mobile Armory Site

Something stylish could be on the horizon for West Mobile.  The old Hardeman National Guard Armory, once known for its history and heavy-duty charm, might soon trade in its past for plush pillows and keycards.  A boutique hotel, complete with around 87 rooms, is in the works thanks to a proposal from Burton Property Group.  … Read more