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Mobile City Council set to authorize civic center demolition by end of month
The Mobile City Council could consider a contract to demolish the 60-year-old Mobile Civic Center next week, city Chief of Staff James Barber said. “We are still on time, and still on budget at 60% [design plans],” Barber said Tuesday. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Visit Mobile's "Mobile is for Best Friends" takes 2024 Nappies Award for Best Local Ad
Visit Mobile earned the 2024 Nappie Readers' Choice Award for Best Local TV Ad in the Media category for the 2024 Nappie Readers' Choice Awards!. The commercial previously gained attention in March 2024, winning the Gold Award from the Mobile Bay chapter of the American Advertising Federation. Visit Mobile's Creative Director, Oliver Dorgan, wrote and produced the feature, which highlights the many ways in which the Port City is a welcoming destination for pets.
Tanger Outlet Celebrates Families With Tax Free Back to School Shopping Holiday
Want to save money on school clothes and have a chance to win Taylor Swift Tickets! Tanger Outlets in Foley invites shoppers to kick off the start of the school season in style with its Back-to-School Era Event on Saturday, July 20 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., which also coincides with Alabama’s Tax-Free Holiday, July 19 – July 21. While shopping the latest looks and best deals from top brands including Nike, Crocs, J.Crew, H&M and Gap, families can celebrate with an array of fun-filled activities, games and giveaways. Mix 99.9 will be on-site to giveaway a pair of Taylor Swift tickets for her New Orleans show. Registration will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The winner will be announced at 5:30 p.m., and they must be present to win.
Escambia County K-9 that jumped over bridge after homicide suspects to be presented with medal
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — An Escambia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 officer who has been deemed by many as a hero will be receiving the Medal of Courage from the sheriff after he courageously jumped over a bridge while trying to catch three homicide suspects. Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons will be presenting K-9 Streeter […]
Fairhope City Council looking into Park Usage Ordinance amendments
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WPMI) — Complaints over too many events at public park spaces in Fairhope have caught the attention of the City Council. The council is looking at potential amendments to the city’s park usage ordinance which regulates the reservations of the Fairhope Beach Pavilion, Henry George Park, and South Beach Park. Under the current ordinance, one event can be scheduled in each park each day.
Eight Mile man arrested after search warrant finds drugs, gun: MCSO
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — An Eight Mile man was arrested after a search warrant found drug paraphernalia at a local home, according to the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office. MCSO deputies said they arrested Jason Roberts following a search warrant of a residence in Eight Mile on July 16. According to an MCSO press release, […]
In-state 5-Star LB schedules Alabama visit
Anthony Jones is set to visit Alabama and Auburn this month. Jones is a 2026 linebacker prospect out of St. Paul’s Episcopal High School in Mobile, Alabama. He currently garners a five-star rating from multiple recruiting sites with offers from schools from around the country. The rising junior is set to visit the Auburn Tigers on July 27 and make his way to Tuscaloosa on July 28.
Nine Mile Road head-on collision hospitalizes 3 people in Escambia County
Multiple Escambia County Fire Rescue units responded to the intersection of Beulah and West Nine Mile road Wednesday morning after two vehicle hit each other head-on. Around 3:07 a.m., two vehicles met in a head-on collision that trapped an individual. However, ECFR says, "Within 13 minutes, the patient was freed."
1 critical, 2 seriously injured after crash at N Davis-Scenic Highway intersection
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- One person is critical and two others are seriously injured following a crash Wednesday morning in Escambia County. It happened around 8 a.m. at the intersection of N Davis Highway and Scenic Highway. Three vehicles were involved. According to Florida Highway Patrol, a sedan driven by...
Volunteer Fire Departments receive funding
The Escambia County Volunteer Fire Association met recently and were presented with nearly $2,000 in funding for the 14 Volunteer Fire Departments in the county. State Forester David Thomas and Lucas Newbie brought the funding with State Representatives Alan Baker and Matthew Hammet on hand to present the checks. Rep. Baker thanked fire personnel for […] The post Volunteer Fire Departments receive funding appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Construction on state veterans home in Enterprise completed; opens in less than two months
ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDHN) — After five years, construction on the Command Sgt. Bennie G. Adkins Veterans home in Enterprise is now complete and is less than two months away from opening. This veterans home will mark the fifth one in the state of Alabama. The Department of Veterans Affairs...
Organizations helping people experiencing homelessness react to Florida public sleeping ban
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two community organizations are hoping the new outdoor sleeping ban will make sure all people experiencing homelessness are taken care of. Glenda McCollors McLendon is with the Chef Harvey Foundation. It’s a place she says people who are experiencing homelessness will soon be able to go to to get help.
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