Saturday was the home opener for the South Alabama Jags at Hancock Whitney Stadium. The Jags dropped the home opener 52-38 but it was not from a lack of effort. Gio Lopez was 26/49 for 432 yards and 3 TD’s. He also rushed for 62 yards and scored a rushing TD. Leading the receiving core … Read more
The University of South Alabama received a $2.68 million NIH grant to study how pneumonia affects brain health, focusing on the potential link between lung-produced amyloids and Alzheimer’s disease. MAWSS taking over the Prichard Water system is great news for our neighbors, promising better water quality and service. It’s a big step forward, and we’re … Read more
Mobile’s Overdose Awareness 5K Walk, led by the Mobile County Health Department, continues to grow, bringing the community together to combat the opioid crisis and honor those lost to drug overdoses. The Mobile County Public School System (MCPSS) received a $671,000 grant from the Alabama Department of Education to support homeless students and families by … Read more
The City of Mobile is now accepting applications for the next C251: Citizens Academy, a six-week program offering hands-on experiences and insights into local government. Running from September 18 to October 23, this program gives 40 Mobilians the chance to learn directly from city leaders. Mobile Councilman William Carroll is pushing a new proposal to … Read more
A lawn crew in West Mobile was startled when a black bear unexpectedly crossed Overlook Road, prompting them to record the rare sighting. Residents are concerned, as this follows recent bear sightings in nearby areas, raising questions about the animals’ movements. The Mobile City Council’s unanimous vote has cleared the way for Amtrak trains to … Read more
The “Shake the Field” voting rally at Mardi Gras Park in Mobile energized the community ahead of the 2024 election, emphasizing the importance of voter turnout. Organized by Alabama Forward and Stand-up Mobile, this event was part of the larger “Now or Never Festival,” highlighting the new congressional district changes and promoting civic engagement. Former … Read more
Waterfront Rescue Mission is celebrating 75 years of providing shelter and support to the homeless and those battling addiction in Pensacola, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama. Morgan Freeman stars as a laid-back drug lord in “Gunner,” an action movie filmed in Alabama, featuring intense scenes with Luke Hemsworth and iconic Birmingham landmarks. The film, set to … Read more
Langan Park’s lake will undergo an 18-month dredging project starting this year, aiming to remove 350,000 cubic yards of sediment and clear nuisance algae to enhance recreational activities like kayaking and canoeing. Gulf State Park Pier, damaged by Hurricane Sally in 2020, is set to fully reopen by the end of summer, with repairs on … Read more
Alabama Arise and Alabama Values are launching “Think Big Alabama,” a four-part advocacy training program from July 13 to August 24 to empower underserved communities with skills in media, public policy, and grassroots organizing. Helen Denmark, who just turned 108, attributes her longevity to “drinking wine, eating dessert, and flirting with men with mustaches.” She … Read more
It looks like they heard our song — the bridge is on! The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded a $550 million grant to the Mobile River bridge and bayway project from the Bridge Investment Program. This grant for a new I-10 bridge and bayway connecting Mobile anWed the Eastern Shore of Baldwin County is one … Read more
