Excel
Excel, AL · Municipal
WKRG News 5
Foley repaving project begins, includes more than 6 miles of streets
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 27, 2026 FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Foley Public Works crews have begun the annual repaving project, improving more than six miles of streets. According to a Foley news release, the city is repaving 6.3 miles of road, to include improvements on Park Avenue between South […]
WKRG News 5
Foley Mayor Ralph Hellmich receives statewide ACE Mayor Star Award
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 29, 2026 FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Foley Mayor Ralph Hellmich has been recognized with a statewide award. According to a Foley news release, Hellmich was honored as one of the “state’s shining stars in government with the 2026 Outstanding ACE Mayor Star Award. The Alabama […]
oceannews.com
Austal USA Showcases AMCoE Additive Manufacturing Capabilities to Navy Leadership
VCNO and other Navy leadership visit Navy AMCoE in Danville, VA. Austal USA and their AMCoE partners hosted the senior Navy leaders for a briefing and tour of the state-of-the-art facility highlighting capabilities in additive manufacturing (AM), heat treatment, metrology and inspection, post processing, and testing. While touring the center, the Navy delegation witnessed firsthand the advancements being made in additive manufacturing that will benefit our military far into the future and the success of the efforts being put forth to equip a new workforce with the skills required by the Navy AM mission.
WPMI
City of Mobile urges public to support homeless organizations, not individuals
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — The City of Mobile is asking residents and visitors to take an active role in addressing homelessness by making informed decisions about how they help. As part of a new citywide initiative, signs are now being placed throughout Mobile urging the public not to give cash directly to individuals experiencing homelessness and instead to support nonprofit organizations equipped to connect them with meaningful, long-term stability.
WALA-TV FOX10
WALA-TV FOX10
Veterans Day tribute at the National Military Monument
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - More than 12 million names have been searched since the National Military Monument opened at the Lincoln Memorial in July. Behind those searches are families looking for a parent, grandparent, friend or someone they served alongside. The digital tribute spans 41 million names and 250 years of military service, but the historical record is still being assembled. Ahead of Veterans Day, people across the country can search from home, check whether someone they know is represented and learn how to submit missing names at USAA.com/Monument250.
OBA
Foley Plans Boardwalk And Observation Tower At Wolf Creek Park
Foley is among six communities awarded recreational trail grants. Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley plans to add new features to Wolf Creek Park. A state grant will help fund the work. Plans include an elevated boardwalk and an observation tower. The project also calls for a parking area and additional signage.
businessalabama.com
Alabama Port Authority marks one year of 50-foot ship channel
Just over one year after the Mobile Ship Channel reached its authorized depth of 50 feet, the Alabama Port Authority (APA) has closed the strongest revenue year in its history. Since the channel opened to its full depth on October 3, 2025, 168 vessels have transited it with a recorded...
Alabama Reflector
Tolls on Mobile Bridge and Bayway project become election issue in coastal Alabama
If there’s one issue that can bring Democrats and Republicans together in coastal Alabama, it’s the plan to impose tolls on the new bridge and Bayway project to cross Mobile Bay. Republicans equate it to imposing a tax that disproportionately affects locals. Democrats express concerns about placing an additional cost on the working class during […]
WKRG News 5
Prichard mayor hosts ‘Coffee w/ Carletta’ community meeting
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 26, 2026 PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Prichard Mayor Carletta Davis is hosting a community meeting, “Coffee w/ Carletta,” in an effort to connect with constituents. According to a Prichard news release, the event is set for Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 9:30 a.m. at Prichard City […]
WPMI
Michigan Ave. and Broad St. intersection to close Nov. 2 for Airport roadway improvement
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — Beginning Monday, November 2, the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Broad Street will close for construction of a new roundabout serving Mobile International Airport. The closure is expected to continue through March 22, 2027. The new roundabout will serve as the airport's primary entrance,...