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01/18/2025

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01/17/2025

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01/16/2025

USA Health has expanded its neurointensive care with the addition of neurologist Dr. Julio Chalela, who joined its Neurologic Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU). Chalela brings specialized expertise in stroke and critical care management, working closely with neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care for patients in the postoperative phase. Read more.

USA Health has expanded its neurointensive care with the addition of neurologist Dr. Julio Chalela, who joined its Neurologic Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU). Chalela brings specialized expertise in stroke and critical care management, working closely with neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care...

01/16/2025

The Gulf States Horticultural Expo is taking place on January 22-24 at the Mobile Convention Center. The event will feature educational sessions and pesticide recertification points on January 22, then landscape design workshops on January 23-24, when a trade show will be open. Read more.

The Gulf States Horticultural Expo is taking place on January 22-24 at the Mobile Convention Center. The event will feature educational sessions and pesticide recertification points on January 22, then landscape design workshops on January 23-24, when a trade show will be open. It is open to industr...

01/16/2025

The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) has announced speakers for its 11th Annual Sustainability Summit, taking place on January 31 at 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. Read more.

The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF) has announced speakers for its 11th Annual Sustainability Summit, taking place on January 31 at 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores. Scott Bannon (Alabama Marine Resources), Chris Nelson (Bon Secour Fisheries) and Chuck Wilson (Navy Co...

01/16/2025

The Infirmary Health Heart & Vascular Institute said Dr. Stanley N. Thornton at Thomas Hospital has performed the first renal denervation (RDN) procedure on the Gulf Coast. This Food and Drug Administration-approved treatment is for certain patients with high blood pressure that is not controlled by lifestyle changes or medications. Read more.

The Infirmary Health Heart & Vascular Institute said Dr. Stanley N. Thornton at Thomas Hospital has performed the first renal denervation (RDN) procedure on the Gulf Coast. This Food and Drug Administration-approved treatment is for certain patients with high blood pressure that is not controlled by...

01/16/2025

The Alabama Port Authority has announced a major contract to fund the production of two new Stacker Reclaimers to Richmond Engineering Works, LLC (REW). The Pittsburgh-based company will engineer, fabricate and install the new equipment at McDuffie Coal Terminal and has pledged that all engineering and fabrication for the project will occur in the U.S. Read more.

The Alabama Port Authority has announced a major contract to fund the production of two new Stacker Reclaimers to Richmond Engineering Works, LLC (REW). The Pittsburgh-based company will engineer, fabricate and install the new equipment at McDuffie Coal Terminal and has pledged that all engineering....

01/15/2025

The third-annual Doc Rock “battle of the bands” event at the Soul Kitchen in Downtown Mobile begins at 6:30 p.m. on January 30. The friendly competition helps support research and critical clinical needs at the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, Children’s & Women’s Hospital and University Hospital. Read more.

The third-annual Doc Rock “battle of the bands” event at the Soul Kitchen in Downtown Mobile begins at 6:30 p.m. on January 30. The friendly competition helps support research and critical clinical needs at the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, Children’s & Women’s Hospital and Universit...

01/15/2025

The Alabama Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is hosting “Starting a Business in Baldwin County” seminars on January 23 at 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Coastal Alabama Community College in Gulf Shores and January 30 at 8:30-10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores. The workshop is focused on how to start a business in Baldwin County and is for entrepreneurs of all ages. There will be open discussions of LLC development, business licenses, tax responsibilities, financing options and resources to start and grow a business. There is no cost, but registration is required due to limited space.

The Alabama Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is hosting “Starting a Business in Baldwin County” seminars on January 23 at 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Coastal Alabama Community College in Gulf Shores and January 30 at 8:30-10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Gulf Shores. The workshop is focu...

01/15/2025

The Providence Foundation Charity Clay Shoot is taking place on January 17 at 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bushy Creek Clays and Events in Perdido. The deadline to register teams is January 6. Registration options for four-person teams start at $1,000 with a station sponsor sign included. There are also $3,000 and $5,000 options with increasing visibility. Single-shooter registration is $250, and food and drink are provided for all participants. Proceeds will benefit USA Health Providence Pulmonary Patient Care.

The Providence Foundation Charity Clay Shoot is taking place on January 17 at 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bushy Creek Clays and Events in Perdido. The deadline to register teams is January 6. Registration options for four-person teams start at $1,000 with a station sponsor sign included. There are also $3,000....

01/14/2025

Mike Reid, director of Brokerage Services at Merrill P. Thomas Co. Inc., recently secured a lease for 4,000 ft2 for Unit No. 16 at the Spring Hill Shopping Center at 4356 Old Shell Road, for the Flying Biscuit Café. Read more.

Mike Reid, director of Brokerage Services at Merrill P. Thomas Co. Inc., recently secured a lease for 4,000 ft2 for Unit No. 16 at the Spring Hill Shopping Center at 4356 Old Shell Road, for the Flying Biscuit Café. The listing agent was Robert Cook of Vallas Realty, and Reid was the tenant agent. ...

01/14/2025

Gulf Shores is to start improvements soon on West First Avenue, which runs approximately two blocks north of the $140-million Embassy Suites resort hotel, ahead of its opening in summer 2025, Alabama Media Group reports. Read more.

Gulf Shores is to start improvements soon on West First Avenue, which runs approximately two blocks north of the $140-million Embassy Suites resort hotel, ahead of its opening in summer 2025, AL.com reports. “It’s all about adding on-street parking, complete streets with sidewalks and landscapin...

01/14/2025

The City of Foley recently announced that, with the widening of the Foley Beach Express nearing completion, the city is also working to improve intersections along the highway. Foley plans to improve the intersections on the Foley Beach Express where the highway meets County Roads 20 and 12. Read more.

The City of Foley recently announced that, with the widening of the Foley Beach Express nearing completion, the city is also working to improve intersections along the highway. Foley plans to improve the intersections on the Foley Beach Express where the highway meets County Roads 20 and 12. The pro...

01/14/2025

Franklin Primary Health Center has announced the employment of its first psychiatrist, Dr. Gabriella Edington. Edington will provide onsite comprehensive behavioral health services at the Franklin Medical Mall at 1303 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Mobile and via telehealth at the center’s other sites. Read more.

Franklin Primary Health Center has announced the employment of its first psychiatrist, Dr. Gabriella Edington. Edington will provide onsite comprehensive behavioral health services at the Franklin Medical Mall at 1303 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Mobile and via telehealth at the center’s o...

01/14/2025

Michelle Murrill, CEO of Southern View Media, recently took the stage at the Meetings Made Easy (MME) Conference in Denver to present her breakout session “Breaking the Mold: Fresh Approaches to Event Marketing.” Read more.

Michelle Murrill, CEO of Southern View Media, recently took the stage at the Meetings Made Easy (MME) Conference in Denver to present her breakout session “Breaking the Mold: Fresh Approaches to Event Marketing.” The session focused on strategies for the future of event marketing and drew a larg...

01/13/2025

The Mobile City Council has unanimously approved a $1.7-million contract for the initial site work on a new facility for the City of Mobile Animal Services Department. It is to be located on 7.14 acres at 1450 Montlimar Drive. Read more.

The Mobile City Council has unanimously approved a $1.7-million contract for the initial site work on a new facility for the City of Mobile Animal Services Department. It is to be located on 7.14 acres at 1450 Montlimar Drive. Its design is nearly complete and will incorporate several features the d...

01/13/2025

The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is selling tickets for its 101st Annual Celebration, taking place on February 6 at 5-7 p.m. at Bluegill Restaurant in Spanish Fort. The chamber will recognize an outstanding small business, a successful nonprofit and a community leader at the Annual Celebration. Nominations may be made at the links in the previous sentence and are due by close of business on January 17. Self-nominations are encouraged. Tickets to the event are $50 and include two drink tickets and light hors d’oeuvres.

The Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce is selling tickets for its 101st Annual Celebration, taking place on February 6 at 5-7 p.m. at Bluegill Restaurant in Spanish Fort. The chamber will recognize an outstanding small business, a successful nonprofit and a community leader at the Annual Celebration....

01/13/2025

Notorious Lighting recently opened at 3512 Cottage Hill Road. The installation company specializes in aftermarket lighting needs for cars, trucks, ATVs, campers, golf carts, boats and commercial/fleet vehicles. Read more.

Notorious Lighting recently opened at 3512 Cottage Hill Road. The installation company specializes in aftermarket lighting needs for cars, trucks, ATVs, campers, golf carts, boats and commercial/fleet vehicles. Jairus and Amber Shaw offer lighting for wheels, strobe lighting, under glow, grills, eng...