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Recommended NOAA $12 million grant to improve wildlife habitats, strengthen communities’ resilience to coastal hazards
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Nature Conservancy’s Gulf of Mexico Program was recommended to receive $12 million in funding for projects to improve wildlife habitats and strengthen communities’ resilience to coastal hazards. According to a news release, the funding, which would come from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s 2023 Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal […]
Mobile Ballet sets Summer Salsa Night fundraiser at Dauphin’s and Las Floriditas
MOBILE, Ala. (WRKG) — The Mobile Ballet is preparing to host the amazing Summer Salsa Night. According to a press release, the upcoming event that will include salsa dancing and many tasty culinary delights for the patrons is scheduled for 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 28. The Summer Salsa Night will begin […]
Jackson’s Landon Duckworth outgrows the Superman cleats to become one of the nation’s top prep quarterbacks
JACKSON — Landon Duckworth did not emerge from the shadows as a reluctant kid dragged into the sunlight, uncertain if football, with its pageantry and lore, its savagery and gore, was right for him. At the age of 6, he showed up at a Jackson park for his first...
Back to School Bash Cleanup with Mobile Baykeeper
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Get ready for Mobile Baykeeper’s second Back to School Bash Cleanup! This year’s event will be held at Tricentennial Park on Saturday, July 27th, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. They will have a cleanup BINGO for a small prize, lunch, and DIY bubbles....
Mob Jam Fest to debut in the Port City
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - MOB JAM FEST is an exciting outdoor event featuring a vibrant mix of music, food, vendors, and entertainment. The festival aims to bring together the community for a fun-filled day with various activities, performances, and attractions for all ages. Attendees will enjoy live music, delicious food, unique products from local vendors, and engaging entertainment and programming throughout the day. Click here for more information.
South Alabama Men’s Track Team Wins Second Sun Belt Title in Dominant Victory
Men's Track and Field team at South Alabama secures its second Sun Belt Conference title in three seasons, dominating the competition and amassing 143 points at the championships. Francois Prinsloo claims the conference crown in hammer throw with a season-best of 61.62 meters. Kyle Rademeyer secures his fourth straight Sun...
Eight-time Super Bowl Winning Coach Bill Belichick Joins Gulf Coast CW’s “Inside the NFL” as an Analyst
MOBILE, Ala. (Gulf Coast CW) — Gulf Coast CW today announced the most successful coach in NFL history and eight-time Super Bowl champion, Bill Belichick, will join the Emmy® Award-winning INSIDE THE NFL for its second season on The CW beginning Friday, August 30 (8:00-9:00pm CT). Belichick will sit alongside Emmy® Award-winning host and Super […]
University of Mobile graduates its 1st class from DNAP program
The University of Mobile (Ala.) celebrated its first graduates of its doctor of nurse anesthesia practice program, according to a July 22 report in The Baptist Paper. The graduation ceremony was held on the UM’s campus on July 13. Todd Hicks, executive dean of the College of Health Professions and professor of nurse anesthesiology congratulated the 12-person class as the founding dean of UM’s DNAP program.
Prichard murder suspect accused in other high profile shootings
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — The Mobile County Sheriff's Office arrested Isaiah Kelly Monday for a 2023 murder in Prichard. It's his seventh booking at Mobile Metro Jail. We’re learning he’s connected to two other high profile shootings. "He's 25 years old and if you look, he's got...
Prichard police seek Dollar General robbery suspect for questioning
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Prichard Police Department are looking for a woman to question regarding a robbery. According to City of Prichard officials, three people — a woman and two men — attempted to steal Tide Pods from the Dollar General on St. Stephens Road on July 23. INCIDENT LOCATION: Officials said […]
FBC Demopolis student earns college credit, scholarship to UM
First Baptist Church (FBC) Demopolis student Marleigh Williams earned a college credit and a scholarship to the University of Mobile (UM) after attending her fifth year of the Super Summer Alabama camp. According to the Alabama Baptist Report, the camp is a partnership of FBC and the Alabama Baptist State...
The Wharf in Orange Beach Expanding – Louisiana Here’s What’s New
From the time school is dismissed in places like Lafayette, Breaux Bridge, and Broussard, Louisiana until the first few weeks of football season are in the books there is a steady stream of traffic between La. and L.A. You probably figured out the first La. was Louisiana the second L.A. isn't Los Angeles, it's Lower Alabama. You'll probably recognize it by the tunnel.
Foley Moves Forward With Entertainment District
The entertainment district proposed for Foley could bring more business and activity to downtown without leading to problems with disruptive behavior. The Foley City Council approved a first reading of an ordinance to establish an entertainment district in the downtown area west of Alabama 59. The ordinance is scheduled for a final vote in August.
American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie
Special to the Advance City of Atmore and Main Street Atmore officials Tuesday announced that American Idol runner-up Will Moseley will perform live during Main Street Atmore’s First Thursday event on Aug. 1 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. The concert is free of charge and will take place in Atmore’s entertainment district at Boxcar […] The post American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Gulf Shores beachgoers feeling the sting, heavy jellyfish presence
News Weather Sports Special Reports Community Gulf Coast CW Watch Now Jobs More. Purple flags were flying Monday afternoon on Gulf Shores beaches to warn beachgoers of jellyfish in the water. FULL STORY: https://trib.al/xlvZcSX.
Coastal Alabama Community College has brief lockdown after threat report
BAY MINETTE, Ala. (WKRG) — Work is back to normal at campuses of Coastal Alabama Community College after a brief lockdown Tuesday morning. Chief communications officer Sara Davis said Loxley Police contacted them about a potential threat to campus. She says, out of an abundance of caution there was a lockdown of about 10 minutes […]
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