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How this Gulf Shores restaurant is repurposing used oyster shells to help the ecosystem
GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — The Original Oyster House sells over 3,000 oysters every day, but what happens to those shells at the end of the night? Thanks to the Alabama Coastal Foundation Oyster Shell Recycling Program, none of the used shells are wasted. The Oyster House collects the empty shells to put back in […]
Okaloosa County deputy arrests man for breaking into a home, found taking a shower
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about a man who broke into a home in Destin. According to officials, at around 5:30 a.m. 27-year-old Harrison Lee forced his way through a homeowner’s bedroom door. The homeowner quickly ran into a different bathroom and called the […]
Okaloosa County approves $16.6 million baggage claim expansion to increase capacity at Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Destin, Florida – Those using Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport could anticipate a significant enhancement in the near future. With an eye toward improving the whole customer experience, the $16.6 million expansion project recently approved by the Okaloosa County Commission focuses on the baggage claim area of the airport. Tracy...
Mobile PD: Two dead, one injured in Airbnb shooting
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — According to Mobile Police, on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at approximately 2:50 a.m., officers responded to the 500 block of Helveston Street in reference to a shooting at a residence operating as an Airbnb. Upon arrival, officers discovered three male victims were shot. One of...
NABSTMC rides through Africatown, donates $10,000
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club has been out in full force in the Port City. During its weeklong stay in Mobile, the group gave away backpacks, visited local shelters, and concluded with a faith service and a ride to Africatown. During...
Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Merry Fishmas! The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is back!. A beautiful speckled trout was caught in the Gulf of Mexico Friday afternoon by an angler taking part in the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. So why in the world, a short time later, was...
Woman survives after car gets trapped under tanker truck on interstate
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA/Gray News) - First responders in Alabama rescued a crash victim who was trapped in her car underneath a tanker truck on Friday morning. The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department said its rescue crews were called before 8 a.m. about a collision on Interstate 65 near Government Boulevard. Crews worked...
Jayden Mount Joins Extra Inning Softball as Managing Editor
Extra Inning Softball Welcomes Jayden Mount as New Editorial Manager: Former University of South Alabama Coach. We are thrilled to announce that Jayden Mount has joined the Extra Inning Softball team as our new Editorial Manager. With a rich background in both playing and coaching softball at a high level, Mount brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our organization. Her expertise and passion for the game will undoubtedly enhance our coverage and content, providing our readers with even more insightful and engaging material.
Alabama Champion: Steve Skipper shares how he went from gang member to royal artist
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — From former gang member to one of the world's most revered artists, Birmingham's own Steve Skipper is our Alabama Champion. Skipper says faith in God helped lift him out of the gang. He was then directed by his faith to pursue his passion for art.
Unemployment rate spikes in Chilton from May to June
By Carey Reeder | Managing Editor The Alabama Department of Labor released its unemployment data for the state on July 19, which showed a spike in the unemployment rate in Chilton County. The county’s unemployment rate went up from 2.1% in May to 2.7% in June, and the rate for this June is higher than […] The post Unemployment rate spikes in Chilton from May to June appeared first on The Clanton Advertiser.
Day 1 of ADSFR wraps up
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. (WALA) - It was an exciting first day for the 91st Annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo. Anglers from all around are competing to see who can reel in the big catch. Two standout fish from today have been a 107 pound swordfish and a 432 pound...
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