For most anglers, the early morning hours on the water are calm, filled with quiet anticipation. But for one team competing in the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club’s annual Billfish Limited tournament, 4 a.m. brought a surge of adrenaline. Taylor Guidry, 27, noticed something unusual with his line. The reel clicker wasn’t on, so there … Read more
Move-in day at the University of Mobile never fails to bring a buzz of excitement, and this year was no exception. Thousands of students rolled up with cars full of boxes, bedding, and hopes for what comes next. The welcoming committee was ready and waiting, helping new arrivals haul everything in with efficiency and plenty … Read more
The newest stretch of the Three Mile Creek Greenway Trail is officially open, and it kicks off right at one of Mobile’s most peaceful landmarks—the Charles Wood Japanese Garden. After years of planning, design, and construction, the western trailhead is ready for its first wave of walkers, joggers, bikers, and daydreamers. The ribbon was cut, … Read more
The Alabama Big 10 Mayors have officially opened the lens on their annual statewide photo competition. From bustling downtown streets to quiet green spaces, this contest invites residents to capture the character and charm of the state’s ten largest cities. The kickoff came on August 6, setting the stage for a month of creative entries … Read more
Downtown Mobile is about to get a thoughtful refresh designed to make it safer, smoother, and more inviting for everyone who travels through it. Starting Monday, August 11, work begins on the first phase of the Downtown Street Optimization Plan — a multi-year effort to create streets that work better for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers … Read more
For most teenagers, summer means sports, travel, and time with friends. For Cody, a 15-year-old from Mobile, the past year has looked very different. After being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in November 2024, his days were filled with treatments at The Hope Clinic at Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Through it all, he faced each challenge … Read more
For decades, John L. LeFlore Magnet High School has been more than a set of brick walls and classrooms. It’s been a familiar sight in Toulminville, a place where generations have walked the halls, cheered at games, and made lifelong friends. Now, after three years of hard hats and construction dust, the school has emerged … Read more
Grab the dice and clear the table—Mobile has officially landed on the Monopoly map. After a year of local feedback, design tweaks, and hometown debate, the Mobile-themed Monopoly board is here. Unveiled at the historic Malaga Inn, this edition doesn’t just hint at local pride—it shouts it from Bienville Square to the MoonPie Drop. Top … Read more
The Mobile County Animal Shelter is packed. Since July 26, over 80 new furry faces—dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens—have arrived at the shelter, and every kennel, crate, and corner is now spoken for. Overflowing with wagging tails and meows, the shelter is sending out an all-hands-on-deck message: they need help finding homes, fosters, and fresh … Read more
At just 11 years old, Grayson Hovell pulled off something big. He wanted to help Mobile’s K-9 police units—so he did. With a stack of 50-cent coloring sheets and a goal in mind, he turned a simple school fundraiser into a nearly $600 donation. What started in a single classroom at Griggs Elementary grew fast, … Read more
