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4th Annual BFM 5K returns to Mobile International Airport
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Airport announced the return of BFM 5K on The Runway. The event, scheduled to take place Saturday, October 5, will give participants the opportunity to race directly on the runway, followed by a 1-mile fun run for families. EVENT LOCATION: Event organizers said there will be food, music, and […]
Nexstar, WKRG’s parent company, hosting Helene recovery fundraiser (DONATE HERE)
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5’s parent company, Nexstar, has established a fundraising portal for Hurricane Helene victims. You can donate to the fundraiser right here or with the QR code below.
ALDOT grant continues expansion of walkways in Foley
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — A state grant will help pay for the continued expansion of walkways for pedestrians in Foley. Along with the expansion, the city is seeking additional funding from the Alabama Department of Transportation for intersection improvements on the Foley Beach Express. The Alabama Department of Transportation approved a grant of $800,000 for […]
Boys and Girls Club of South Alabama to host 33rd Mayor’s Golf Cup Tournament
MOBILE, Ala (WKRG) — The Boys and Girls Club of South Alabama will host the 33rd Annual Golf Club tournament this week. This event is taking place on Friday, Oct 4 at 7001 Magnolia Grove Parkway and is presented by Lexus of Mobile. EVENT LOCATION: Founded in 1957 by community leaders B. R “Babe” Wilson […]
Jacobian Morgan to start at quarterback for Jackson State football vs Alabama AM
Jackson State football coach T.C. Taylor said Jacobian Morgan will start as quarterback against Alabama A&M. Jackson State (3-2, SWAC 1-0) travels to Mobile, Alabama, for a neutral site game against Alabama A&M (2-2) on Saturday (4 p.m. ESPN +) at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Morgan started JSU's season opener, a 30-14 loss against ULM and JSU's 43- 14 win over Texas Southern. ...
Foley Approves Right-of-Way Permit Requirements
Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The Foley City Council has approved new permit requirements for work conducted on municipal rights of way, a move aimed at better managing and monitoring construction projects near city streets. The ordinance, approved on Sept. 16th, establishes a clear process for routine and major projects, ensuring compliance with city regulations and improving oversight.
Drug Education Council on the fentanyl crisis in Mobile County
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — As WKRG and parent company Nexstar work to highlight the fentanyl crisis, Drug Education Council Executive Director Virginia Guy discussed what is happening on the front lines with the epidemic. Guy joined WKRG News 5’s Shamonee Baker and Bill Riales on the Red Couch to discuss what is happening in Mobile […]
Mobile Symphony Orchestra 2024-2025 season
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Symphony Orchestra has begun its 2024-2025 season. Multiple concerts are scheduled throughout the year, including a Christmas performance in December. Randall Goosby was the first performance of the season on Sept. 21 and Sept. 22. According to the MSO website, Goosby was “the hero soloist of [MSO] socially distanced […]
South Alabama’s Major Applewhite provides injury updates ahead of Arkansas State game
South Alabama quarterback Gio Lopez was removed in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 42-10 loss LSU purely for precautionary reasons, Jaguars coach Major Applewhite said Monday. Lopez left the game after being sacked on third down early in the fourth quarter at Tiger Stadium, with Bishop Davenport playing the...
Foley removes tax on hearing aids
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Hearing-impaired people in Foley can now save money when purchasing hearing aids; the city council voted to drop municipal sales taxes on them. According to a news release, the Foley City Council voted on Monday, Sept. 16, to end the municipal tax on hearing aids. The decision comes after a bill […]
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