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National Immunization Month with Dr. Thomas Dupriest
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) —August is National Immunization Month, and Thomas Dupriest, M.D. from Franklin Primary Health Center joined WKRG on The Doctor is In to discuss the importance of vaccinations. Dr. Dupriest answers the following questions in the video above:
Goodloe follows family path to emergency medicine
“When my wife and I moved to Birmingham for my residency, we knew that we would ultimately return to Mobile,” Travis Goodloe III, M.D., said. “We are both lifelong Mobilians, and this is the community where I have always wanted the impact of my career as a physician to be, just like my grandfather.
USA Health hosts 34 teen volunteers for annual summer hospital program
“Volunteers are at the heart of what we do at USA Health, and this is a wonderful opportunity for young people to have a new experience in a healthcare setting.” —Rebekah Blanchard. This summer, USA Health Volunteer Services welcomed 34 teen volunteers to two of its hospital campuses.
USA Health Sports Medicine to resume Saturday walk-in clinic for student athletes
Last year, more than 100 student athletes were treated on Saturdays at USA Health for injuries ranging from fractures and tears to sprains and strains. To address the injuries of student athletes promptly, USA Health Sports Medicine is bringing back its Saturday walk-in injury clinic for the fall. Starting Aug....
USA Health Urogynecology expands with the addition of Vincent S. Scott, M.D.
Scott worked in private practice for more than 30 years in Georgia and most recently served on the faculty at the Medical University of South Carolina as an assistant professor. Vincent S. Scott, M.D., FACOG, an experienced physician and surgeon, recently joined USA Health Urogynecology and Pediatric Urology. He is...
Gunner Rivers, St. Michael open with big win at rival Bayside Academy
Gunner Rivers threw for two touchdown passes and RB Kamarjay Lavoie added two on the ground as St. Michael defeated rival Bayside Academy for the first time, 31-10 on Friday night at Freedom Field. The Cardinals (1-0) led 21-0 at halftime. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Weedian Compilation feature three Vicksburg bands
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Weedian’s 38th compilation “Trip to Mississippi and Alabama” feature bands from both Mississippi and Alabama on the sprawling 28 track album. Of the seven bands featured from Mississippi, three are from Vicksburg: Beneath the Kudzu, Chief City, and Death Throes from a Star.
Baker starts fast, surprises Theodore in Juan Johnson's first game
Baker High took advantage of mistake-prone Theodore to score a 33-23 road win in the 2024 season opener at C.A. Douglas Field on Friday night. “God is good,” said Baker coach Juan Johnson, who was making his debut after taking over for Steve Normand. “I am proud of my kids, but we have to find a way to finish games better. A W is a W and I will take it. We took advantage of some things early on. This is big.”
Inspired by the pandemic, a Florida beachside music festival tries something new
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. — A little more than an hour before the first act takes the stage at the Moon Crush Pink Moon music festival, concert promoter Andy Levine circles up a crew of about 150 for a last-minute pep talk before the gates open. “Hey we had no...
Two restaurants in and around Fort Walton Beach have announced closing dates in September
FORT WALTON BEACH — Two businesses in and around Fort Walton Beach have announced they will close permanently next month. Here is what you need to know: Rick's on the Island ...
Wawa Hosting Two Grand Openings On August 29
Wawa will host a double header of grand openings on August 29 at its locations in Mobile and Robertsdale. Both ceremonies will feature giveaways, including free T-shirts for the first 100 customers, free any-size coffee through September 8, plus a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local officials, customers, the announcement of grants from The Wawa Foundation and a “Hoagies for Heroes” hoagie-building competition between first responders to benefit local charities. On August 29, doors will open at 8 a.m. at both locations. Ribbon Cutting No. 1 will be held at 7095 Cottage Hill Road in Mobile at 8:30 a.m. Ribbon Cutting No. 2 will be held at 21022 Highway 59 in Robertsdale at 11:30 a.m. Wawa plans to open seven to 10 new stores in the Baldwin County and Mobile markets over the next three to four years, creating hundreds of new jobs.
Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory
The Chelsea Hornets proved the value of a determined run game and secured a 24-3 victory in their home opener against the Mobile Christian Leopards on Friday, Aug. 23. The post Chelsea dominates Mobile Christian for home opening victory appeared first on Shelby County Reporter.
Outside Chief Legal Adds Lancaster
Outside Chief Legal LLC of Mobile has announced the addition of attorney William “Bill” Lancaster to its legal team as litigator and executive. With more than 40 years of litigation expertise, he has tried more than 100 jury and non-jury cases to judgment in Alabama and Mississippi. He also advises businesses and owners as outside counsel, specializing in employment-related issues. As a qualified mediator and arbitrator, he regularly mediates cases. Lancaster graduated with honors from Millsaps College with a BA in history, and was involved in various honor societies. He earned his law degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law, serving as vice-chairman of the Moot Court Board and participating in the Federal Trial Practice Clinic. Lancaster’s legal career began in Vicksburg, Mississippi, where he practiced in various areas of civil, criminal and administrative law. He later focused on defending civil damage claims arising from automobile accidents, industrial accidents and medical negligence cases. Since moving to Mobile in 1991, he has continued to represent clients in diverse civil claims, including medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and employment disputes. Active in the Alabama State Bar and Mobile Bar Association, Lancaster has served on the Board of Bar Commissioners of the Alabama State Bar for several years.
New Employees At Davis South Barnette & Patrick
Davis South Barnette and Patrick of Mobile has announced the following employees who have joined the advertising agency. Garett Toflinski joins as a digital and marketing strategist. With more than 10 years of experience in digital media, Toflinski is skilled in developing marketing strategies to generate sales and audience growth. Toflinski received a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Georgia and an executive master’s degree in business administration from the University of Alabama. Additionally, Sean Sekas joins the agency as a digital art director. Sekas brings more than 14 years of design experience to Davis South Barnette & Patrick. He is a graduate of the Ringling College of Art & Design, where he studied graphic and interactive communications.
Dedication Ceremony For Lafayette Heights Park Improvements Held
The City of Mobile recently held a dedication ceremony for Lafayette Heights Park to commemorate several improvements made to it in recent years. The dedication included the unveiling of a new iron archway identifying the park as a central part of the historic Lafayette Heights neighborhood. Late City Councilman Levon C. Manzie championed a previous CIP project that invested nearly $200,000 to add a walking trail, benches, trash receptacles and other amenities to the area. The project also included an overhaul of the park’s landscaping designed by the late landscape architect Terry C. Plauche. Over the last year, members of the community, led by Mary Stevenson, have worked with City Councilman William Carroll and Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s office to add signage and an iron archway that properly recognize the park as the gateway to the Lafayette Heights Historic District.
$225,000 Grant For Feeding The Gulf Coast
Feeding the Gulf Coast has received a $225,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation and Feeding America as part of a multiyear partnership to strengthen food banks and agency partners in rural and underserved communities affected by food insecurity. Feeding the Gulf Coast was one of 20 Feeding America partner food banks nationwide to receive the Retail Agency Capacity Building Grant. This funding will help enhance the food bank’s retail rescue program in which fresh, frozen and shelf-stable foods are donated by local grocers like Walmart for pickup by the food bank and its agency partners. With the grant, the nonprofit will enhance its food pickup capabilities through the acquisition of new equipment, such as refrigerated vans, freezers and forklifts. This upgrade will enable the food bank to serve rural partners better by providing infrastructure to store and distribute a wider variety of healthy perishable foods, including dairy and produce. Feeding the Gulf Coast tackles hunger through various programs and distributes more than 32 million meals annually via its network of more than 800 community partners.
Alabama man incapacitated from Boar’s Head listeria outbreak files federal lawsuit
An Alabama man who contracted a listeria infection that has left him incapacitated and hospitalized for more than a month has filed a federal lawsuit against Boar’s Head, claiming the company’s since-recalled deli meat led to his condition. Jeffrey Scott Cox, who became ill after consuming Boar’s Head...
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