Mississippi abuse survivor shares story to help other women
A George County, Mississippi, woman is sharing her experience as a survivor of domestic violence in hopes of urging others in abusive relationships to get out. Courtney Schouest said she…
Recovery Leaders Say a Year of Brain Healing Is Key to Beating Opioid Addiction
MOBILE, Ala. — As the opioid crisis continues to grip communities across Alabama, a growing number of recovery advocates are focusing their efforts on a less visible casualty of addiction:…
Recovery Fest 2018 in Mobile to raise awareness of addiction and recovery
A Mobile event this weekend will spotlight recovery from drug addiction and the resources available to local families. Kristy Wells of Baldwin County knows the toll of addiction firsthand. She…
Alabama AG Steve Marshall Opens Up About His Wife’s Suicide and Her Battle With Opioids
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has spoken publicly for the first time about the death of his wife, Bridgette, telling reporters in Montgomery that she died by suicide after years…
Former Alabama Coach to Headline Mobile Addiction Ministry Fundraiser
A former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach will headline a Mobile fundraising banquet supporting a ministry that serves addicted men, women and families.
Mobile Mayor Kicks Off Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Season at Tree Lighting
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson dropped the first donation into the Salvation Army's Red Kettle at the city's Christmas tree lighting to kick off the holiday campaign.
How Mobile’s Sybil Smith Family Village Helped One Woman Rebuild After ‘Floating’ Homeless
A Mississippi woman describes how Mobile's Sybil H. Smith Family Village helped her find sobriety, stability and purpose after years of hidden homelessness.
A Mobile Veteran’s Daily Struggle: Homeless, in College, Fighting for Benefits
A homeless Mobile veteran balances online college classes, a VA benefits dispute, and shelter curfew rules during one revealing day downtown.