Mobile Rundown Blog

Mobile’s new mayor, Spiro Cheriogotis, hasn’t wasted time finding his footing.  Barely a week into the job, he’s already stepped into one of Alabama’s most complicated debates — the state’s online sales tax.  It’s an issue that shaped the later years of former Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s administration and still stirs strong opinions in city halls…

While travelers across the country brace for delays, Mobile Regional Airport seems to be in its own pocket of calm.  The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered a 10% cut in flights nationwide to help relieve stress on air traffic controllers, who are still on the job without pay during the ongoing government shutdown.  Big cities…

Alabama’s food scene just got a serious nod from one of the most respected culinary voices in the world.  The Michelin Guide, famous for its little stars and big opinions, released its first-ever American South edition.  Out of 228 restaurants recognized across six states, fifteen came from right here in Alabama. The announcement rolled out…

In a city where people keep an eye out for hurricanes and high school football scores, few expected the week’s headline to feature a man in a floral skirt.  But that’s exactly what Mobile residents got when deputies arrested 46-year-old Todd Anthony Bond for allegedly snatching packages off porches… while dressed like he’d just stepped…

Downtown Mobile turned into a sea of wagging tails and tiny paws Sunday afternoon as Mo’Bay Beignet hosted its second annual Dachshund on Dauphin event.  Cathedral Square, usually known for coffee and conversation, became the city’s most adorable racetrack.  Dozens of dachshunds — some dressed to impress, others just happy to be there — stole…

Auburn University junior Aidan Anderson, a Mobile native, has been named Student of the Year by the Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities.  The award, presented Monday by the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, recognizes students who have overcome significant challenges to pursue their education and future careers. For Anderson, the honor represents…

When the federal government shuts down, it’s not just politics that stalls.  The ripple effect touches runways, terminals, and control towers. Across Alabama, airport employees—especially TSA agents and air traffic controllers—have been clocking in without pay.  But instead of empty break rooms, airports from Mobile to Huntsville are seeing something different: an outpouring of kindness.…

In a world full of world records—like the fastest pizza maker or the largest ball of rubber bands—the Poiroux family of Mobile County just claimed a spot in one of the most heartwarming categories around.  Their secret? A whole lot of birthdays.  This sprawling family officially holds the Guinness World Record for the highest combined…

Just days after a fire swept through 3Circle Church in midtown Mobile, the scene has shifted from heartbreak to rebuilding.  The sanctuary, which took the brunt of the damage, is now a space filled with volunteers sorting through debris, salvaging what they can, and finding small signs of hope among the ashes.  The cause, investigators…

The Ferris wheel is spinning again, the lights are flashing, and the smell of fried dough is floating through the air—it’s officially fair season.  The Greater Gulf State Fair is back, and this year’s lineup looks bigger, brighter, and tastier than ever.  Gates are open, music is queued, and families are pouring in for what…

Carnival Cruise Line is setting sail on a new chapter for Mobile. Beginning May 15, 2027, the Carnival Valor will call the Port City home year-round—marking the first time a Conquest-class ship operates out of Mobile.  This move boosts the city’s presence on the cruise map and brings a larger, more feature-packed ship to the…

Downtown Mobile is about to glow. The City of Mobile, together with Mayor-elect Spiro Cheriogotis, will flip the switch on the holiday season during the annual Lighting of the Tree on Friday, Nov. 21. From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Mardi Gras Park will come alive with lights, laughter, and the unmistakable spirit of Christmas in…