Mobile Convention Center Hosts Statewide Teacher Gathering Focused on Graduation Gains
Thousands of Alabama educators gathered in downtown Mobile for a statewide conference highlighting classroom innovation and rising graduation rates.
Mobile County Schools to Broadcast a Live Panel on Alabama’s College and Career Ready Standards
The Mobile County school system planned a live, televised panel discussion on the Alabama College and Career Ready Standards, featuring the superintendent, principals and classroom teachers.
Pedestrian Killed by Pickup Truck on Old Pascagoula Road South of Mobile
A man was struck and killed by a pickup truck on Old Pascagoula Road south of Mobile Sunday night, according to state troopers.
Fire Tears Through Balcony at Maison DeVille Apartments in Mobile
Mobile Fire-Rescue responded to a balcony fire at Maison DeVille Apartments that spread through a second-floor unit, forcing an evacuation.
USA Scholarship Matching Campaign Tops 200 Awards as Tuition Pressure Grows
A matching-gift campaign built on a $50 million donation has already produced 76 new and 137 enhanced scholarships at the University of South Alabama.
Hobby Lobby, Costco and Dick’s Sporting Goods Headline New McGowin Park Shopping Center in Mobile
Groundbreaking is set for the 650,000-square-foot McGowin Park Shopping Center near Hank Aaron Stadium, with Costco, Hobby Lobby and Dick's Sporting Goods among the retailers signed on.
Foosackly’s Opens Its Biggest Location Yet on Dauphin Street
Homegrown chicken finger chain Foosackly's opened its largest restaurant to date on Dauphin Street in midtown Mobile.
Mobile Councilman Calls for Meeting on Alabama Power’s Tree-Trimming Practices
A Mobile councilman scheduled a special committee meeting after complaints that Alabama Power cut back mature trees near power lines.
Crews Scale 160 Feet to Fix Mobile Cathedral Lights After Lightning Damage
Electricians worked 160 feet up to repair lighting on Mobile's Cathedral Basilica domes, a year after a lightning strike.
‘Dolly Parton’ Bridge Reopens Early After Quick Repair Job on I-65
Repairs on the I-65 bridge locally known as the 'Dolly Parton' bridge finished ahead of schedule, reopening both northbound lanes early.