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Prominent Republican leader hopeful for GOP upset in closely watched Alabama congressional race
Republican Caroleene Dobson is running in a congressional district that was drawn last year “for a Democrat” but which could be competitive for Republicans, according to the chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee. Richard Hudson, chair of the NRCC, in his first public comments about the 2nd...
JD Vance came to Alabama in 2018 to talk about money and opportunity
Six years ago, when JD Vance came to Birmingham, he was simply a well-known figure in venture capital with a bestselling book under his belt. Now, of course, he’s the Republican senator from Ohio and his party’s nominee for vice president. But back in May of 2018, Vance...
NEW: The Wharf announces shop lineup + anchor for huge expansion, Portside on Main
Big changes are in store for The Wharf in Orange Beach. Just yesterday, officials announced the names of the 12 businesses joining the under-construction Portside on Main expansion to The Wharf. This announcement includes a new golfing experience—and we have the details. Tee Off at The Wharf, coming 2025.
MPD investigates fatal traffic accident on U.S. 90
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Mobile Police Department reports officers are investigating a traffic accident that resulted in a fatality this morning. It occurred around 5:20 a.m. on Highway 90 between East Rite Road and the Highway 90 East Service Road, police said. The MPD said it will release additional...
'Doin' Good in the Hood' as they honor legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — They served their country proudly, even when it was less than kind to them. They were America’s Buffalo Soldiers. It was a name American Indian tribes gave to segregated regiments within the United States Army who were black. It was a name that stuck even after the segregated troops were dissolved in the early 50's. This week, a nationwide group that honors them is gathering again in Mobile.
Mobile secures historic $550 million USDOT grant for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In a landmark achievement, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has awarded a $550 million discretionary grant to the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project. This grant, part of the Bridge Investment Program, is the largest federal grant in Alabama’s history and the second-largest in the program’s history, marking a significant milestone for the state.
Alabama birthing units are closing to save money and get funding. Some say babies are at risk
GROVE HILL, Ala. (AP) — One of the last remaining birthing units in southern Alabama will close next month to qualify for federal funding that will save the hospital’s emergency services, but doctors warn the move may cost newborns and pregnant women essential access to obstetric care. Nestled in rural Clarke County, the small, nonprofit […]
Odd series of events could see new rep in HD52 by August
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Kelvin Datcher could be Alabama’s newest state representative as soon as next month. Originally slated to meet Carlos Crum in a special election to fill the vacant House District 52 seat, Datcher, who won a Democratic primary runoff on Tuesday, could be sworn in as soon as August 1, following Crum’s departure from the race.
Federal judge narrows lawsuit over minority representation on Alabama state board
A federal court judge on Wednesday ordered discovery in a lawsuit challenging a statute requiring minority representation on a state board. But U.S. District Judge R. Austin Huffaker dismissed the lawsuit’s challenge to language requiring state boards to reflect the diversity of the state. The American Alliance for Equal Rights, an organization that challenges preferences […] The post Federal judge narrows lawsuit over minority representation on Alabama state board appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
Two arrested on armed robbery charges following drug deal gone wrong in Escatawpa
ESCATAWPA, Miss. (WLOX) - Two Moss Point citizens are jailed on armed robbery charges following an alleged drug deal, Jackson County Sheriff’s Department announced on Friday. Around 10:30 a.m. on Friday morning, deputies were called to Broddack Avenue in Escatawpa, where they arrested 28-year-old Christopher Ramon Freeman and 22-year-old...
City Of Mobile Opens New Playground At Tricentennial Park
Officials recently held an opening ceremony for the new playground at Frederick D. Richardson Jr. Tricentennial Park, and the park has already been recognized as a Project of Excellence in PlayCore’s National Demonstration Site Network due to a unique design, WKRG reports. The park is designed in a figure eight pattern, and a sign showing the park’s recognition explains that it meets the “best practices in youth fitness through sliding, swinging, spinning, climbing, brachiating and balancing.”
Digital Marketing Bootcamp Coming To Innovation Portal
The Alabama Small Business Development Center Network is hosting a free Digital Marketing Bootcamp at Innovation Portal in Mobile on August 14 at 8:30-11:30 a.m. The bootcamp will feature guest speaker Jacqui Jones, CEO of One Degree Marketing. It will cover the fundamentals needed to tell a story and connect with online audiences, from understanding customers and mapping their buyers’ journey to mastering social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Attendees will also learn how to design a website optimized for search engines and local audiences, along with other key strategies to build a powerful online presence.
7 Studios Opens In Downtown Mobile
7 Studios recently opened at 7 North Royal St. in Downtown Mobile. It offers full video and audio recording studios for content creators. Its services include podcasts, videography and photography and professional event hosting. Matt Gates is the studio manager, and Josiah Chester is the media consultant/producer of 7 studios, a subsidiary of The Ark Holdings Group, Inc.
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