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WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Build It and They Will Come

city extends free pet adoption week to relieve shelter crowding

Mobile is celebrating the start of Live Oak Trace, a new affordable housing project for seniors.  The $20 million development will offer 56 furnished two-bedroom apartments on Overlook Road, ready for residents by next spring. Mobile’s main airport construction hits…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Public Service Wins

delta woods & waters expo celebrates mobile-tensaw delta

Mobile’s own Jerry Lathan, a dedicated historic preservationist, is rescuing and restoring Rosa Parks’ childhood home to transform it into a museum. This project, spotlighted in a Discovery+ mini-documentary, preserves a pivotal piece of civil rights history right here in…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Ducks and Gators

man escapes alligator attack

Vets Recover just launched a new facility in Mobile, packed with specialized care and support for our heroes.  It’s a game-changer for veterans and first responders seeking comprehensive, compassionate recovery services.  Wooden nesting boxes along the Mobile-Tensaw Delta provide a…

No More Tolls On The Beach Express!

orange beach express no more tolls No More Tolls On The Beach Express!

Just today, it was announced that Alabama will purchase the Beach Express Bridge for a cool $60M. Upon purchase, it will immediately stop the collection of tolls on the bridge. Here’s an overview of the press release: Here’s the press…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: A City Blooms

alabama grants boost energy efficiency on gulf coast

The Mobile Botanical Gardens recently celebrated their 50th anniversary, marking half a century of education.  Despite previous funding challenges, they’ve blossomed into a cherished attraction in Mobile.  Mobile’s Tennis Center, boasting 60 state-of-the-art courts, will host the National Public Parks…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: April Advances

celebrate earth day with free environmental events in coastal alabama

Mobile International Airport and Breeze Airways are giving Mobile’s top teachers free flights as a thank-you.  This treat will let teachers explore new places and take time off starting April 10.  The Mobile County Health Department is hosting low-cost rabies…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Sun and Support

gulf coast prepares for 2024 solar eclipse

On April 8th, the Gulf Coast will experience the second total solar eclipse in a decade. Remember, never look directly at the sun without proper solar glasses!  Mobile residents can soon apply for home repair grants starting April 1, as…