The National Park Service added seven new sites to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network, including Africatown and the Campground Historic District in Mobile, highlighting local and national stories of resilience, freedom, and community-building after the Civil War.
Baldwin County’s holiday season kicked off with volunteers at Prodisee Pantry in Spanish Fort packing 1,500 Thanksgiving meal boxes to ensure local families have a meal and hope this season.
The community is invited to join the next packing event on November 30th at 9 a.m. to help prepare boxes for Christmas, spreading cheer and support to those in need.
Mobile’s cruise terminal is planning an expansion to attract a second cruise line, adding 250 new parking spaces to handle the growing demand.
With Carnival Spirit already sailing at full capacity, city officials aim to bring more travel options to the port, potentially welcoming a new cruise line by 2025.
Governor Kay Ivey announced $2.6 million in grants to support homeless individuals and families across Alabama, helping provide emergency shelter, housing assistance, and support services.
The funds, managed by ADECA, will reach 12 organizations statewide, including The Salvation Army in Mobile, strengthening community support for those facing homelessness.
Terry and Candace Stevens from Mobile, Alabama, may soon break the world record for the tallest okra plant, with their impressive 17-foot-5-inch stalk still growing.
They’ve submitted an application to Guinness World Records, and now await confirmation to see if their backyard giant will make history.
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