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Push Cinema to Infuse New Energy Downtown

Mobile’s former Crescent Theater is about to undergo a vibrant transformation under the name “Push Cinema.”  This beloved theater, which closed its doors for good back in April, is gearing up to welcome visitors soon.  Ziare Perryman, a local filmmaker, is the visionary behind this project.  He’s aiming to inject a breath of fresh air … Read more

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‘What Would You Do?’ Spotted Filming in Mobile

After a three-year hiatus, ABC is rolling out ‘What Would You Do?’ for its zillionth season (okay, 17th, but who’s counting?).  We all know that one show that presents social experiments and ethical dilemmas to unsuspecting folks in real-life scenarios.  Hosted by John Quiñones, this hidden cam show captures people’s reactions when faced with these … Read more

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Mobile’s ‘Giant Hearts, Giant Rewards’ for Fostering Larger Dogs

Do you have a soft spot for big, slobbery kisses and wagging tails?  Well, the City of Mobile Animal Services has a paws-itively awesome offer for you!  They’re teaming up with the fantastic folks over at Friends of Mobile Animal Shelter.  Together, these pet-loving pioneers are rolling out a program, the “Giant Hearts, Giant Rewards” … Read more

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Alabama’s Smoke-Free Car Law Puts Kids First

Alabama’s got a fresh law effective since August 1st, all about keeping the kiddos safe from secondhand smoke.  About time, too!  This new law makes it illegal to smoke or vape while driving if there’s a kid under 14 in the car.  The idea was pushed forward by Rolanda Hollis, a representative from Birmingham, and … Read more

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Africatown Goes Green: Bioswale Sparks Excitement

Students from Mobile County Training School (MCTS) and locals in Africatown have gotten themselves a “living lab!” This project is meant to combat pollution and beautify their surroundings.  There was a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at Africatown Heritage House, where city officials and educators unveiled a rain garden or “bioswale.”  This bioswale — a crafted water … Read more

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AT&T Hubs in Alabama Kickstart Union Momentum

AT&T hubs in Mobile, Huntsville, and Birmingham are buzzing with good news… More than 70 team members have officially embraced unionization. And guess what? AT&T even gave them an official nod of approval!  In the past couple of weeks, most of the in-home experts from Alabama’s AT&T team signed cards to join the Communications Workers … Read more

Africatown Welcome Center Needs Your Vision

Africatown Welcome Center Needs Your Vision

The Africatown Welcome Center is in the works, and guess what?  The City of Mobile and its awesome design team want YOUR feedback on the design!  Yup, they’re cooking up a central hub where visitors can take in Africatown’s history. It’s also meant to highlight the last slave ship, Clotida.  Your opinions matter.  They’ve already … Read more