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Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson thanks Biden, Buttigieg after USDOT announces grant for Mobile River Bridge, Bayway Project
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson shared his gratitude Wednesday after the United States Department of Transportation announced it awarded $550 million to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project. The project was part of a larger $5 billion effort to restore, reconstruct, and repair 13 nationally significant bridges, and according to Gov. […]
The South Alabama Jag Gals Sports Social
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The South Alabama Jag Gals Sports Social presented by Jet Services will take place on Thursday, August 8, 2024, in the USA Student Center from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. This is a can’t-miss event for ALL Jag fans to come together, look at upcoming fall sports, celebrate and make a lasting impact.
'Fridge Full of Botox': Representative Matt Gaetz's Physical Appearance at the RNC Ridiculed as He's Compared to 'Beavis and Butthead' Character
Florida Representative Matt Gaetz's physical appearance at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee was mocked and ridiculed on social media, with several critics suggesting he turned to Botox and cosmetic surgery.While Gaetz reaffirmed his support for former President Donald Trump and criticized President Joe Biden on Wednesday, July 17, spectators were more intrigued by his physical appearance than his political commentary.One critic on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared several images to make a stark comparison, stating, "Matt Gaetz somehow simultaneously looks like Spock from the original Star Trek and Nicolas Cage from Longlegs.""He looks like Beavis and Butthead," another...
Cozumel Mexican Grill Opens Fairhope Location
Cozumel Mexican Grill of Fairhope has opened at 18177 Wright Boulevard. This is the third location for Kate Hurtado, who says the restaurant is a “family owned Mexican restaurant with deep roots into Mexican cuisine.” It is focused on providing a good atmosphere and meals with the “traditional essence of Mexican culture.” The restaurant’s other locations are in Foley and Loxley.
Blue marlin hits man during fishing trip near Orange Beach: ‘I couldn’t believe it’
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WKRG) — A deep sea fishing trip took a scary turn when one of the crew members was hit by a blue marlin on Sunday. The crew was fishing off the Gulf of Orange Beach near Perdido Pass. Six men left out of Orange Beach aboard a 68-foot Hatteras Fishing Boat. Part of […]
‘There’s still a stigma’: Spanish Fort police create new mental program for officers
SPANISH FORT, Ala. (WALA) - The Spanish Fort Police Department has launched its first-ever mental wellness program for officers. It’s no secret that the job of a police officer is physically, mentally and emotionally taxing. “A large portion of what we deal with in law enforcement is crisis and...
Defense offers different story in May Day mass shooting: ‘He did not shoot and kill those two people’
The last of three suspects charged with murder in the May Day shooting in Stockton where 19 people were shot and three died was back in court Thursday for an Aniah's law and preliminary hearing and a different story on what happened that night.
Former Tide star Kenny King, Daphne banking on return to physical defense in 2024
Daphne senior linebacker Maddox Balius doesn’t hold back when asked about the team’s defensive potential in 2024. “We are going to be really good,” he said recently at Baldwin County Media Day. “I think we are the best defense in Alabama.”. If you purchase a product...
1 person killed in Gulf Shores Parkway crash: GSPD
Editor’s Note: News 5 has corrected this article to reflect the victim’s status. UPDATE (3:03 p.m.): The Gulf Shores Police Department has confirmed a Thursday morning crash on Gulf Shores Parkway resulted in the death of one person. Gulf Shores Police and Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle crash on the 3700 block of Gulf […]
The Wharf announces anchor tenant, additional new merchants at Portside on Main
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WPMI) — The Wharf, a popular shopping, dining, and entertainment venue on the Alabama Gulf Coast, announced Wednesday the anchor tenant and additional new merchants coming soon to Portside on Main. Portside on Main is currently under construction at The Wharf. Tee Off at The Wharf...
Foley Plans New Indoor-Outdoor Aquatic Center
Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley residents will have a chance to provide input on plans for the city’s indoor-outdoor pool facility to be built in Max Griffin Park. The city will hold a public input meeting Tuesday, July 23 on the proposed Foley aquatics center. The meeting will start at 6 p.m. in the Foley Civic Center at 407 East Laurel Ave. The discussion will allow residents to comment on the project before the design of the center is completed.
U.S. News & World Report: UAB Hospital Claims No. 1 Ranking as Best in Alabama; Birmingham Metro
UAB Hospital was once again named the best hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings, released last week. University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital also claims the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. “UAB Hospital’s recognition...
Bevill State, Jasper Love’s receives grant funding for EV charging initiative
Bevill State Community College (BSCC) has been awarded a $2.4 million grant from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) to assist in the Alabama Energy Infrastructure Training Center expansion of the current HVAC Training Center in Jasper. This expansion will now include workforce training resulting in certification for the installation, testing, operation and maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
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