Governor Ivey swung by the Mobile Chamber of Commerce’s “Forum Alabama” recently. This time, the spotlight was on the Mobile International Airport project and all the potential it holds for our area. Remember when we heard that the new terminal was set to open its doors by the end of 2024? Yeah, about that… There’s … Read more
A guy from East Asheville named Clark Glenn just put a wacky twist on family bonding. This river aficionado and his sidekick son, Taber, decided to go on a journey from Asheville to Mobile — By river. Yup, they “Huck-Finned” their way, using everything from a canoe to a jon boat! So, what prompted this … Read more
Cookie fans are all stirred up since the Girl Scouts decided to drop the Raspberry Rally — that berry-flavored twist on the classic Thin Mints. Debuting just last year, these raspberry delights caused quite the digital riot. It was the Scout’s first-ever online exclusive treat. This strategy was to help the girls get better at … Read more
All aboard! The Carnival “Spirit” has made its grand return at our good ol’ 19-year-old Alabama Cruise Terminal. This isn’t just any ship, folks. It’s the largest vessel to depart from Mobile! After making us tap our feet for an entire year, the Spirit’s finally setting sail, and it’s packed with cool stuff. Imagine waking … Read more
Cheers to fresh starts! The old Saddle Up Saloon is getting a sprightly makeover with a new name, Bar IX. There will be new folks at the helm, though with the same old heart. Greg Loughlin, the former owner, has passed the torch to the vibrant Sarah Brooks, Saddle Up’s head bartender. She’s now stirring … Read more
Our scenic Alabama Gulf Coast isn’t just a beachy paradise; it’s a fantastic movie set, too! And guess what? This Halloween season is getting a classic Stephen King nod. Gulf Coast Media spilled the beans that filmmaker Mike Flanagan is scouring the local scene for extras. He’s kind of a big deal, and he isn’t … Read more
Lifelines Counseling Services is once again rallying all food enthusiasts for the unmissable Bay Area Brunch Fest at Cathedral Square. It’s happening this Saturday, October 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Score tickets to indulge in delightful brunch samplings! These are some of the local eateries that are going to be dishing out their … Read more
Mobile was all set to upgrade its Gulf Coast rail line with a hefty $178.8 million federal grant. Now, it’s slowing down to a grinding halt. Who’s surprised? Let’s face facts. These upgrades could be too close for comfort to the upcoming Interstate 10 Mobile River Bridge project. Sure, the Alabama State Port Authority shared … Read more
The high school football rivalry between McGill-Toolen and Murphy is nothing short of legendary. We all know about that cannon that’s been part of the action for 50 years. Update: Read on if you were wondering how cannon painting would happen after the city no longer allows permits for painting the cannon. No permit needed … Read more
In a disgusting turn of events, a grease blockage decided to play a game of “Guess Where I’ll Pop Up” in Mobile Country. And boy, did it choose an inconvenient stage — Spring Hill Ave. It was a nasty 1,500-gallon wastewater overflow, straight from the Mud Olympics playbook. Imagine being one of those unsuspecting workers … Read more
