Mobile SPCA moves to appointment-only adoptions during coronavirus
The Mobile SPCA is scheduling adoptions by appointment only out of concern over the coronavirus, aiming to avoid large groups gathering at the adoption center at one time. “With as…
Mobile therapeutic recreation specialist devotes career to people with special needs
As a therapeutic specialist with the city of Mobile’s Parks and Recreation Department, Ella Mooney supervises inclusive and therapeutic programs that serve people with special needs. For her, the work…
North Baldwin Animal Shelter Sees Influx of Puppies in the Days After Christmas
The days just after Christmas bring a sobering rush of new arrivals to Gulf Coast animal shelters, where dogs given as gifts — or simply no longer wanted — are…
Bike Giveaways and Toy Drives Bring Christmas Cheer Across Mobile County
Families around Mobile County had two chances to pick up free gifts for the children ahead of Christmas, as a pair of community giveaways rolled out on the same weekend.…
Ace of Hearts Poker Run Raises About $4,400 for American Heart Association
MOBILE, Ala. — Bikers set off from Mobile Bay Harley-Davidson and Harley-Davidson of Pensacola on Saturday, riding to the FloraBama for the third annual Ace of Hearts Poker Run, a…
Cannon Blast Opens 86th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo on Dauphin Island
The 86th annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is underway on Dauphin Island, opening at 5 a.m. Friday with the traditional blast of a cannon. The cannon shot, fired at…
All In For Heart: Casino-Style Fundraiser Backs Pediatric Heart Patients From the Gulf Coast
An evening of blackjack, craps and roulette is on the table for a good cause, as Children’s of Alabama brings its “All In For Heart” fundraiser back to the Gulf…
Escambia County deputies seek help locating missing 74-year-old Flomaton woman
The Escambia County (Alabama) Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a missing 74-year-old woman. Eva Lisenby McBride may be suffering from a condition that could impair her…
Cold Weather Shelter Opens in Milton as Temperatures Drop Across Northwest Florida
MILTON, Fla. — Ferris Hill Baptist Church at 6848 Chaffin St. opened its cold weather shelter for people who are homeless or without heat, with overnight stays planned for Tuesday,…
Cold Nights Ahead: Mobile’s Salvation Army Collects Coats and Blankets Before Opening as Cold-Weather Shelter
MOBILE, Ala. — With chilly nights in the forecast in November 2018, The Salvation Army put out a call for warm clothing — and prepared to open its doors. Whenever…