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WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Blossoming Developments

it's pollen season once again

The Mobile Police Department promoted 25 officers in a ceremony at Government Plaza, recognizing their hard work and dedication.  Mobile County Schools is throwing a big career fair on March 27 at the Mobile Convention Center.  They’re looking to fill…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Community Upgrades

bienville square restoration update

Mobile is set to build a new $300 million civic center, announced by Mayor Stimpson.  This state-of-the-art facility will host concerts, sports, and Mardi Gras balls, aiming to attract top acts and revitalize the local entertainment scene.  The 100-year-old Ketchum…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Community Pow-Wows

mobile launches cleanup of abandoned boats in dog river

Mobile’s second peace forum brought together city leaders and locals to brainstorm on reducing violence, highlighting the need for after-school programs.  Key suggestions included increasing surveillance and encouraging businesses to mentor youth.  Starting June 27, United Airlines will offer nonstop…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: The City Marches On

fowl river upgraded

Mobile County upgrades the boat launch at Fowl River with new facilities without using taxpayer money.  Funded by oil and gas leases, these improvements include better parking and a new kayak launch.  A gator spotted in a Mobile neighborhood ditch…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Mardi Gras Wind-Down

crawfish prices drop, seafood lovers rejoice

As a last hurrah, the Trinity Gardens Parade brought out over 33,000 folks for the final Mardi Gras celebration.  It went mostly smoothly, except for a woman who fell off a float but wasn’t badly hurt. Mayor Sandy Stimpson declared…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: We’re in Deep Gras Now

the rubber ducky regatta is back

Mobile’s cops danced to Cupid’s “Flex,” proving Mardi Gras brings everyone together — even Alabama and Louisiana!  Ketchum Fountain at Bienville Square in Downtown Mobile is flowing once more after extensive repairs and renovations.  Mobile native Dr. Rocky Marsh brought…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: Mardi Gras in Full Swing

mobile's 'breakthrough teens' program fights youth violence

Three parades, led by the Maids of Mirth, Order of Butterfly Maidens, and Krewe of Marry Mates, lit up downtown Mobile last Saturday, despite the dreary weather.  Brent Carlson has a near-death experience while driving home from Daphne when a…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: First Weekend of Mardi Gras

cain's merry widows to celebrate 50th anniversary on joe can day

Miracle on the Bay’s 5th parade for St. Jude is on February 5th with 9 floats and local celebrities. It’ll be a fun-filled event supporting St. Jude research. South Alabama women’s tennis triumphed with a 7-0 win against Florida A&M,…

WEEKLY ROUNDUP: New Beginnings

conde cavaliers mardi gras parade set for jan 26

Here are the top news highlights we saw around the area this week: The Conde Cavaliers started Mardi Gras with a “We Are the Champions” themed parade.  Amber Gorlott, familiar with the society since childhood, is this year’s excited queen.…