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'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.
Journey Tribute Band Coming To Daphne Civic Center
Departure – The Journey Tribute Band is coming to the Daphne Civic Center on July 27, Gulf Coast Media reports. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the opening act, Disco Kiss, will take the stage at 6 p.m. The main act starts at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $22. VIP tickets are $75 and include seats closest to the stage, wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Cozumel Mexican Grill Opens Fairhope Location
Cozumel Mexican Grill of Fairhope has opened at 18177 Wright Boulevard. This is the third location for Kate Hurtado, who says the restaurant is a “family owned Mexican restaurant with deep roots into Mexican cuisine.” It is focused on providing a good atmosphere and meals with the “traditional essence of Mexican culture.” The restaurant’s other locations are in Foley and Loxley.
Who won Alabama's five special elections this year?
Kelvin Datcher's election to Alabama House District 52 brings the total number of state House representatives to 105. Every district in the state now has an elected representative in legislative body. The House had four special elections this calendar year. The Senate had one special election. Here's what happened in...
homeRN Opens Mobile Bay Location
HomeRN, a concierge caregiving and nursing company that provides in-home care services, has announced a new franchise location with homeRN Mobile Bay servicing select areas of Mobile and Baldwin counties. Led by Courtney Nix, a lifelong resident of Mobile, homeRN Mobile Bay, will serve clients in Mobile, Daphne, Fairhope and Spanish Fort beginning in early August. Nix has 15 years of experience as a nurse and nurse practitioner in the community. homeRN offers a wide range of services including caregiving, nursing, intravenous therapy and urgent care.
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