This year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride rolled through Mobile with a mix of style and purpose. Riders dressed in vintage-inspired attire—think bow ties, vests, and polished boots—met up at Rosie’s 1901 before cruising scenic backroads toward Fairhope. It wasn’t just about looking good on two wheels. The ride raised money and awareness for men’s mental health … Read more
The Mobile Public Library system just announced its new director: Jurée Hall. And she’s not walking in as a stranger—she’s coming back to a place that helped shape her story. Hall once studied at the University of South Alabama, and now she’ll lead the very library system that serves that same community. Starting June 1, … Read more
A new public park is on the way, and it’s shaping up to be a fresh addition to the Mobile area. Called Lewis Landing, this spot will give folks access to Three Mile Creek for kayaking, fishing, and relaxing in the shade. The groundbreaking ceremony already took place last week, on May 14. And now … Read more
Mobile’s very own gluten-free gem, Guncles, just got a major nod from Garden & Gun. Known for spotlighting Southern culture at its best, the magazine featured Guncles as one of two standout Alabama bakeries changing the game for gluten-free baking. For owners John Edward McGee and Demetrius James, it’s more than just recognition—it’s a celebration … Read more
After years of stops and starts, Alabama lawmakers have passed a sweeping bill aimed at regulating vape and e-cigarette products. HB8, led by Rep. Barbara Drummond of Mobile, now sits on Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk, awaiting final approval. The bill’s goal: reduce teen vaping, which in Alabama is alarmingly high. Nearly one in five high … Read more
Lately, TikTok has been swirling with videos of girls in pastel bonnets, massive hoop skirts, and lace gloves. These are the Azalea Trail Maids—and they’ve captured the internet’s attention in the most unexpected way. While some users are baffled, others are completely obsessed. But long before they went viral, these iconic figures were parading down … Read more
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue might be getting a serious glow-up. City planners are working on something called a “Historic Avenue Overlay,” which could breathe new life into this part of town. It stretches across MLK Ave and touches Spring Hill Ave, N. Broad Street, St. Stephens Road, and even up to Three Mile … Read more
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
