When eight-year-old Dorian McCollum saw his grandmother collapse, instinct took over. Blood pooled at her mouth, but instead of freezing, Dorian did what few adults might manage—he grabbed her phone and called 911. He didn’t have his own phone, and his iPad couldn’t make calls. Still, he thought fast. “They said, ‘9-1-1, what’s your emergency?’” … Read more
Mardi Gras Park came alive Saturday night with the sights, sounds, and smells of Mobile Latin Fest. The annual celebration, organized by the Hispanic American Business Association of the Gulf Coast, drew crowds eager to dance, eat, and connect. The park buzzed with music from every corner, the air thick with the scent of sizzling … Read more
Amtrak’s new Mardi Gras Service between New Orleans and Mobile is proving to be a runaway success. Since its August launch, nearly 19,000 passengers have hopped aboard, filling trains for major Gulf Coast events. Average ridership now tops 105 passengers per trip, prompting Amtrak to tack on an extra train car—adding 60 more seats for … Read more
The Mobile County Emergency Management Agency just earned one of the highest honors in its field — national accreditation from the Emergency Management Accreditation Program. Only nine agencies in the entire country received the distinction this year, and Mobile County stands alone as the only Alabama county on that list. That certification, backed by the … Read more
For a few days, the University of South Alabama played host to something unusual. A mysterious truck rolled onto campus, but instead of food or merchandise, it carried an entire virtual-reality studio. Inside, students strapped on headsets and suddenly found themselves stranded in a desert, awaiting the arrival of a UFO. What followed was The … Read more
Taking on Shakespeare’s Hamlet is no small feat. The play stretches nearly four hours, demanding emotional range and stamina from even the most seasoned actors. For Davidson High School senior Sariah Hossain, that challenge became an opportunity. Instead of waiting for a chance to arrive, she created her own. With determination and a little spark … Read more
For 25 years, the Ronald McDonald House of Mobile has been more than a building. It’s been a haven for families walking through the hardest moments of their lives. Since opening in 2000, the House has welcomed over 11,000 families of children facing serious medical treatment. Comfortable rooms, warm meals, and a sense of belonging … Read more
The Mobile Ballet is stepping into its new season with a classic that’s equal parts drama and romance: Phantom of the Opera. The opening production hits the stage next month inside the Saenger Theatre, a space chosen to complement the grandeur of the performance. Artistic Director Katia Garza called the project a dream come true, … Read more
A billboard near one of Mobile’s busiest intersections recently became the talk of the town, sparking heated debates, social media discussions, and plenty of strong opinions from residents who saw it. What started as a simple advertising teaser for a local comedy show quickly turned into a citywide conversation about race, politics, and the power … Read more
Big Creek Lake holds a special place in Mobile—it’s not only a quiet stretch of water but also the source of drinking water for the city and parts of Baldwin County. That makes it more than just a fishing spot. It’s a lifeline. That’s why the Mobile Area Water and Sewer Service (MAWSS) is stepping … Read more
