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Massive Student Move-In at USA Marks 60th Anniversary

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The University of South Alabama is continuing its 60th-anniversary celebration in style.  And no, this isn’t just your run-of-the-mill academic milestone.  Over 1,700 students are streaming onto the campus like a tidal wave of nervous energy.  That’s a 7% increase…

Mobile Man’s Lotto Whirlwind Nets Him $50K!

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A man from Mobile found himself going the nine-to-five in Kentucky, a place known for fried chicken and horse races.  And Chad Wrinkle, our unsuspecting protagonist, decided to give the state’s online lottery a spin.  Wouldn’t you know it, the…

Push Cinema to Infuse New Energy Downtown

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Mobile’s former Crescent Theater is about to undergo a vibrant transformation under the name “Push Cinema.”  This beloved theater, which closed its doors for good back in April, is gearing up to welcome visitors soon.  Ziare Perryman, a local filmmaker,…

‘What Would You Do?’ Spotted Filming in Mobile

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After a three-year hiatus, ABC is rolling out ‘What Would You Do?’ for its zillionth season (okay, 17th, but who’s counting?).  We all know that one show that presents social experiments and ethical dilemmas to unsuspecting folks in real-life scenarios. …

Africatown Goes Green: Bioswale Sparks Excitement

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Students from Mobile County Training School (MCTS) and locals in Africatown have gotten themselves a “living lab!” This project is meant to combat pollution and beautify their surroundings.  There was a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at Africatown Heritage House, where city…