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Arkema’s Crysell Wins National Award
Arkema’s Axis plant Operations Manager Carla Crysell won a Manufacturing Institute MAKE Award, given to 100 women across the country who work in the manufacturing industry. Crysell grew up in Lottie, Alabama, in northern Baldwin County and graduated from the Alabama School of Math and Science and University of South Alabama with a degree in chemical engineering. She said she remained in the area because she wanted a steady life and a career close to home. She has been working at Arkema since 2004 and, the company says, “risen through the ranks.” It adds that, in addition to being a mentor, “she has led important capital improvement projects to increase Axis’ production capability by over 50% and ensure ongoing high-quality manufacturing jobs in the local community” and “been integral in maintaining the Axis site’s recognition as a “Star” site within OSHA’s [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] Voluntary Protection Program, a recognition given to less than 0.02% of sites under OSHA’s jurisdiction.”
Prichard investigators: 2 of 3 weekend homicides may have drug ties
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Three separate shootings left three people dead in Prichard in less than 24 hours over the weekend. Investigators said the motives in some of these cases include drug ties. “This is something that needs to have immediate attention because there are those who are out there who could care less about […]
Inaugural Derby Day in the Land
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - It’s time to get out your fascinators and seersucker suits, we’re celebrating Derby Day in the Land! The Sparty Foundation’s inaugural event will take place on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at The Grounds. Doors open at 5 pm. All proceeds will benefit the children of Saraland City Schools through the funding of educational and classroom grants. Board members Jennifer Bexley and Kevin Dean joined us on Studio10 to tell us all about it.
UM Wins Numerous Marketing Awards
A comprehensive, multifaceted “Experience the Difference” marketing campaign coupled with an internal “Exceptional Hospitality” initiative earned the University of Mobile (UM) a grand prize award for exceptional achievement in public relations and development from the Baptist Communicators Association. The Arthur S. Davenport Award grand prize was among multiple honors earned by the university’s office for marketing and public relations at the 60th-annual Wilmer C. Fields Awards. The campaign and initiative also won first place for “Public Relations & Development – Communication and/or Marketing Strategy.” The university also earned honors in photography, videography and magazine divisions.
Rebels rematch with Artion
This one will be a rematch for the ages. After Reeltown took a 2-1 series win over Washington County, the Rebels will host 2A defending state champion Ariton in the third round. Last year, in Reeltown’s first round matchup in the first season under head coach Matt Johnson, the Rebels...
Newsstand: Clips of Notre Dame QB commit Deuce Knight at 7v7 Tournament
Lucedale (Miss.) George County’s Deuce Knight, the No. 59 overall player and No. 7 quarterback in America according to the 2025 On3 Industry Ranking, was in Orlando last weekend to participate in the Overtime 7-on-7 Tournament in Orlando, Fla. And the Notre Dame commit put on a show. In the two tweets below, you can […] The post Newsstand: Clips of Notre Dame QB commit Deuce Knight at 7v7 Tournament appeared first on On3.
Man beaten and robbed at Mobile church Thursday afternoon
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A brazen broad daylight robbery left one man bloody and beaten Thursday afternoon. It happened outside a Mobile church off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. The victim who didn’t want to go on camera tells FOX10 News he’s okay and the thieves didn’t get away...
Mobile PD investigates stabbing at Wendy’s in Tillman’s Corner
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mobile police are investigating a report of a stabbing at the Wendy’s on U.S. 90 in Tillman’s corner. A heavy police presence was on the scene at the restaurant on U.S. 90 in Tillman’s Corner Thursday afternoon. Police have not yet released details...
Flat tire sparks friendship between Mobile Co. sheriff’s deputy and a local woman: Smiles Behind the Shield
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A friendship sparked between a local woman and a Mobile County Sheriff’s deputy after one of them has car troubles in a shopping center. WKRG News 5 showed up at the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office to surprise Deputy Rachel Bohannon and recognize her as our Smiles Behind the Shield Award winner […]
Arcelormittal To Add Plant In Calvert
ArcelorMittal has been awarded $280 million in federal income tax credits for an additional plant in Calvert, Business Alabama reports. The company plans an advanced manufacturing plant capable of delivering 150,000 mT of non-grain-oriented electrical steel annually. The funds come from the Qualifying Advanced Energy Product Credit, which can fund up to 30% of a project that helps secure the domestic clean energy supply chain. The company plans an annealing pickling line, a cold-rolling mill, an annealing coating line and other facilities. These are to create 1,300 construction and 260 permanent jobs. It is to be built near the AM/NS Calvert plant, which includes a hot strip mill, a cold rolling mill, hot dip galvanizing lines, a river terminal, a rail yard and an under-construction electric arc furnace. The company notes that the specialty steel is especially useful in producing electric vehicles, which, in turn, help meet federal clean energy goals.
Satsuma Fire Rescue receives much-needed grant thanks to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Satsuma Fire and Rescue got a little help Tuesday morning from the community they serve in the form of a check for $34,868. The money will pay for several tools including a new cutter, spreader, ram, and accessories. “When you’re able to fill the void of...
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