South Alabama is doing more than keeping up with the changing game—it’s stepping ahead. The athletics department just launched the Loyal, Strong & Faithful Fund, a bold move aimed at strengthening its future in a world where college athletes will start sharing in the revenue they help generate. This isn’t just about staying relevant. It’s … Read more
Mobile is gearing up for something huge. A new partnership between the Mobile County Commission and Louisiana-based developer Leisure Sports and Recreation Group (LSAR) could bring a $60 million water park to life. Called Jubilee Park, the 90-acre site would sit on Halls Mill Road and include much more than just water slides. This isn’t … Read more
Mobile is stepping up its park safety game. After a few recent scares near public spaces, new cameras are making it easier for police to keep an eye on things—without even stepping on-site. When reports came in about possible gunfire near Langan Park this past weekend, officers tapped into live surveillance feeds and quickly ruled … Read more
On Friday, April 18, the track at Davidson High School won’t just be for laps — it’ll be filled with high-fives, cheers, and the kind of joy that sticks with you. The Mobile Area Special Olympics Track and Field Competition is back, and it’s the biggest one in Alabama. Over 420 athletes will be out … Read more
A new historical marker now stands in Mobile, quietly but powerfully honoring a piece of land with deep roots. Lewis Quarters, a seven-acre community purchased by survivors of the Clotilda in 1870, has officially been recognized with a state marker — 155 years after it was founded. The unveiling took place on April 5, surrounded … Read more
The first-ever Gulf Coast Pet Adoption Festival turned a sunny Saturday in Mobile into a life-changing day for 38 animals. Held at the Mobile County Animal Shelter, the March 22 event was a collaboration between local businesses, radio stations, and shelter staff — and the results were beyond expectations. A Community That Showed Up Originally … Read more
One of the most iconic ships in American history is hanging out on the Gulf Coast. The SS United States — a record-breaking oceanliner from the 1950s — was tugged into Mobile earlier this year. After sitting in a Philadelphia harbor for three decades, the ship is now spending some time in the South before … Read more
Applications are now open for the 2025–2026 USS ALABAMA Crewmate Program. Starting March 31, anyone interested can grab a form from the Battleship Park Gift Shop or download it online. The deadline to apply is April 18 at 4:00 p.m. This longtime tradition picks six young women to serve as official representatives of the USS … Read more
For the first time ever, a steel ship has rolled off the line at Austal USA in Mobile. The Future USNS Billy Frank Jr. made its debut with a full christening ceremony on Saturday, marking a big moment for the shipyard—and for a proud family honoring a remarkable legacy. It’s the 33rd ship christened at … Read more
It’s really happening. After years of talk, delays, and dashed hopes, Amtrak is officially bringing passenger rail back to the Gulf Coast. Service between New Orleans and Mobile is set to start in summer 2025—and this time, it’s locked in. The plan includes two daily roundtrips, giving the region a new (and long overdue) way … Read more
