Phase two of the Causeway Shoreline Restoration Project is officially underway, and it’s looking great already! The project kicked off on Thursday and is set to tackle a longstanding challenge—erosion along State Highway 193, which connects Dauphin Island to the mainland. With about 1,900 residents and countless visitors relying on this route, keeping it safe … Read more
After two years and $9.5 million worth of renovations, Alabama’s newest public beach—Bayfront Park in Coden—finally opened its gates on Sunday, March 9. The park’s revival was fueled by funds from Deepwater Horizon fines through the RESTORE Act. It’s now an inviting space, perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing with a gorgeous view … Read more
Mobile just rolled out its very first Resilience Plan, and it’s a game-changer. Dubbed “Resilient Mobile,” this plan is ready to tackle challenges head-on, from environmental shifts to economic twists and turns. Think of it as the city’s way of future-proofing itself—smart, proactive, and community-driven. After two years of hard teamwork, the city’s Office of … Read more
Exciting improvements are on the horizon for one of Mobile’s most iconic roads. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue—lovingly known around town as “The Avenue”—is about to get a vibrant makeover, thanks to an infusion of new funding. Mobile City Council is looking at accepting a $2 million grant from the Alabama Department of Conservation … Read more
Joe Cain Day isn’t your typical Mardi Gras parade—and Mobile wouldn’t have it any other way. Thousands of folks packed the streets of Downtown Mobile this weekend, kicking off the Mardi Gras festivities in true, colorful fashion. Unlike traditional parades organized by specific Mardi Gras societies, the People’s Parade is all about everyday folks dressing … Read more
Mobile is gearing up for its biggest celebration of the year—Fat Tuesday! While beads and floats often steal the spotlight, there’s another kind of parade star quietly trotting its way into our hearts: the police horses. This year, the Mobile Police Department (MPD) hosted a special nine-day training session, turning their four-legged team members into … Read more
Mobile’s economy just got a friendly wave from Saraland. Robbie D. Wood Inc., an Alabama-based trucking company known for hauling chemical products and hazardous waste, broke ground on a new terminal in Saraland on February 26. This big move is about to sprinkle fresh opportunities throughout the Mobile region, bringing a smile to business owners, … Read more
Mardi Gras season is here, and that means beads, moon pies, and a whole lot of fun. It also means streets covered in confetti, cups, and enough stray plastic to make a seagull nervous. While the celebration is all about letting loose, there’s a growing effort to make sure the aftermath doesn’t turn downtown Mobile … Read more
If you’ve been cruising down I-10 and suddenly spotted what looks like a small mountain rising near the port, you’re not imagining things. That giant dirt pile is real, it’s growing, and it has a name—Mount Mobile. While it might not be on any hiking maps, this dirt is paving the way for something huge. … Read more
The city council just gave the green light for the construction of the Africatown Welcome Center, a long-awaited project that will honor one of the most remarkable communities in American history. Once built, this center will serve as the first stop for visitors looking to explore Africatown’s powerful story—a tale of resilience, culture, and triumph … Read more
