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Many downtown Mobile stores reported a solid Black Friday turnout even amid this inflation. ‘Small Business Saturday’ helped even more. People were encouraged to patronize their neighborhood shops and other independent enterprises. The vitality of a community depends on its…
For many folks, the Christmas tree is the central symbol of the holiday. It just wouldn’t be Christmas without a sparkling fir. Mobile’s Pathway Church is assisting people in their search for the ideal Christmas tree while also providing aid…
Coyote sightings have been a problem for the past few years in Mobile. They’re not exactly the friendliest animals around. Almost 550 people are part of a Nextdoor app community called “Coyote Watch.” Over 115 sightings have been reported to…
When the once-mighty Mississippi River was reduced to a trickle, many long-lost treasures emerged. One such treasure is the Diamond Lady, an old casino boat. Captain William Lozier, President of Memphis Riverboats, says the Diamond Lady set sail for the…
Ghosts and ghouls? Nope! Tornadoes. After powerful storms swept through the state’s coastal regions, two small tornadoes with winds of 72 mph or less were reported, one in Theodore and one south of downtown Mobile. Numerous funnel clouds were seen…
James Beard has recognized The Hummingbird Way as a Smart Catch Leader for its commitment to sustainable seafood. This iconic restaurant on George Street serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, like bay shrimp and oysters. They are particularly famous…
You may have observed construction going on in and around downtown. There are many restaurants, bars, and shops gearing up to open their doors. According to the Downtown Mobile Alliance, the end of 2022 will see the opening of roughly…
For now, not for good. On Monday, Mobile will celebrate with Carnival Cruise Line as they send off the cruise ship Ecstasy on what could be their last cruise from the port for at least a year. Banners will be…
Hundreds of folks flocked to the LoDa entertainment district and enjoyed the pleasant weather that graced this year’s Beer Fest last October 1st. The 24th annual Beerfest drew crowds in pursuit of the 39 different beers available across 13 locations.…
It’s business as usual as we keep tabs on Hurricane Ian. There is a margin of error, so the forecast area could end up pretty dry and relatively quiet for much of the period. Though I wouldn’t be making any…