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Mardi Gras 2026 Gets Rolling Early

Mardi Gras 2026 Gets Rolling Early

Mardi Gras season always sneaks up fast in Mobile, and 2026 is moving even quicker.  Parades begin rolling before January is over, and once they start, the schedule barely slows until Fat Tuesday arrives in mid-February.  Downtown streets, island roads, and bayfront towns all fill in rapidly, turning ordinary days into parade days with very … Read more

Mobile’s Dredged Sediment Gets a Second Life as 3D-Printed Reefs

Mobile’s Dredged Sediment Gets a Second Life as 3D-Printed Reefs

Every year, tons of sediment are dredged from Mobile’s waterways to keep the shipping channels clear.  Historically, much of this sediment was either stockpiled or disposed of, but now it’s finding a new purpose.  A groundbreaking project is turning this material into 3D-printed artificial reefs, with the potential to improve the environment and coastal ecosystems. … Read more

Mayor Cheriogotis Serves Drinks for a Cause at Charity Event

Mayor Cheriogotis Serves Drinks for a Cause at Charity Event

Mobile’s Mayor, Spiro Cheriogotis, swapped his office for a barstool Thursday night as he joined the team at Fairhope Brewing Company for a fun and charitable event.  The Mayor served up drinks at the brewery’s annual Cheers to Charity event, with all tips going toward Feeding the Gulf Coast, an organization dedicated to fighting hunger … Read more

Mobile's Christmas Extravaganza Lights Up the Weekend

Mobile’s Christmas Extravaganza Lights Up the Weekend

The weekend before Christmas is always a prime time to embrace the holiday spirit, and this year, Mobile’s Christmas Extravaganza was the perfect way to get into the festive mood.  Hosted by the City of Mobile Parks and Recreation Department, the event brought the community together for a fun-filled day full of holiday cheer. Toys … Read more

New Funding Brings Energy Relief to Gulf Coast Homes

New Funding Brings Energy Relief to Gulf Coast Homes

A fresh round of state funding is heading to community agencies across Alabama, with a meaningful share set aside for the Mobile area.  The goal is simple and timely: help households lower their energy costs by improving how homes hold heat in winter and stay cool in summer.  As temperatures swing and utility bills rise, … Read more

Mobile’s Waterfront Sets Its Sights on a Bigger Future

Mobile’s Waterfront Sets Its Sights on a Bigger Future

Mobile’s waterfront has always worked hard. Cargo ships glide in and out, cranes move with steady precision, and the port hums with activity that anchors the city’s economy.  Over the last few decades, that working shoreline has quietly taken on a second role.  It now hosts gathering places, green space, cultural landmarks, and front-row views … Read more

South McGregor Avenue Is Back in Action

South McGregor Avenue Is Back in Action

After more than two years of cones, detours, and the constant hum of construction, South McGregor Avenue is officially open again.  Drivers can once again cruise through one of Mobile’s busiest corridors, and the timing feels right. Morning commutes look smoother. Evening drives feel calmer.  And for anyone who spent months rerouting through side streets, … Read more