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Several cities announce changes to garbage pick-up due to holiday
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Due to the Independence Day holiday, several area cities have announced changes for residents whose normal garbage collection day is on Thursday. In Mobile, trash and garbage pickup will not run on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The makeup day for garbage is Saturday, July 6. There is no makeup day for trash.
Fairhope’s Working Waterfront plan moving forward
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - The city of Fairhope’s Working Waterfront plan is still moving forward after the Restore Council in April approved a $5 million increase to the project estimate. FOX10 News learned today that there has been a little more separation but not enough to close off a...
Some Baldwin County buildings and commission offices to temporarily close
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Baldwin County Commission has recently authorized the closure of many facilities. According to a press release, the Baldwin County Commission will close all Baldwin County Commission offices and all Baldwin County Commission-owned or leased properties on Friday, July 5 with a few exceptions. Exceptions to the closures are listed below: […]
Fourth of July events on the Gulf Coast
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Independence Day is on Thursday, and there are festivities all along the Gulf Coast. Here are some events scheduled for the Fourth of July across the WKRG News 5 viewing area. We will update this list as we learn about more events. Mobile The City of Mobile’s Independence Day Extravaganza starts […]
Baldwin County animal experts share tips to keep pets safe, happy this Fourth of July
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — As people prepare to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and food, officials warn of the dangers the holiday can pose and how pet owners can keep their furry friends safe. The main concern people think of when they think of the Fourth of July and pets: fireworks. Even though just […]
Mobile to base homeless outreach initiative on successful Houston strategy
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — The city of Mobile created its first homeless outreach coordinator position and launched a team that will work with homeless people to get them the services and shelter they need. The city is basing this new initiative on the Harris County Sheriff's Office homeless outreach team in Texas. Deputies assigned to that team meet and build a rapport with people living on the streets in the Houston area.
Independence Day events at The Wharf
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Wharf has many events planned for the summer!. This week, The Wharf will host an Independence Day Street Party presented by Beachball Properties. The family-friendly event is scheduled for July 3 and will include a bubble truck, bounce houses, face painting, camel rides, music, and much more!
More than 1,000 gallons of sewage overflow, MAWSS officials say
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Over 1,000 gallons of wastewater overflowed following a blockage, according to officials with Mobile Area Water & Sewer System. MAWSS reported that the overflow happened on June 28 at 5327 Halls Mill Rd. According to MAWSS, approximately 1,757 gallons of waste overflowed due to a blockage on a force main pipe […]
Mobile planning major makeover for downtown street
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — In the coming years, St. Louis Street in downtown Mobile will look a lot different than it does today. The city's planning a $16 million project that will update the aging infrastructure and beautify the area with new landscaping and trees. "This area was deforested...
Theodore fireworks store prepares for Fourth of July rush
THEODORE, Ala. (WKRG) — This is the busiest time for local fireworks stores, as July 4 is just around the corner. One store in particular, Joe’s Fireworks in Theodore, is experiencing the holiday rush. Manager and Owner of Joe’s Fireworks, Tammy Desport, said the store opened June 24. As the Fourth of July gets closer, […]
“Innovating St. Louis Street” on Mobile City Council agenda this week
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - An item on the Mobile City council agenda this week could lead to improvements in one part of the downtown area. A resolution is held over to accept an agreement with the State of Alabama for the “Innovating St. Louis Street” project. It would...
Mobile ‘pretty close’ to finalizing Amtrak lease and funding pact, city attorney says
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Even with lingering doubts about the City Council’s willingness to subsidize Amtrak, City Attorney Ricardo Woods said Tuesday that a funding agreement and ground lease allowing for a platform downtown are “pretty close.”. City Councilman Ben Reynolds, who has been a vocal opponent of...
City of Foley Reviews Additional Cost For Terminal And More
At its July 1 meeting, the Foley City Council will consider two additional agreements from Volkert for design services related to the building of a terminal, adding $238,660 in design costs for the project. Other items on the agenda will address establishing safety rules and procedures in city parks and...
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