Mobile Alabama

Three Alabama cities are being highlighted for their thriving thrifting communities. Analysts ranked them based off access to thrift stores, consignment shops, flea markets and local interest in shopping second hand.

Nearly 40 works of art by 28 artists from the United States Coast Guard Art Program are now on view at the GulfQuest National Maritime Museum. The art will be on display through December.

An Alabama city claims police from a nearby Mississippi city are dropping off homeless people, but the Mississippi city denies wrongdoing. Officials from Mobile have accused Biloxi police officers of repeatedly dropping off homeless people near shelters in Mobile.

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson appointed Dr. Natalie Fox and Michael Tyner as the city’s first two LGBTQ+ Liaisons in 2021. However, in a press release published today, Stimpson said this decision ended up dividing the community and decided to dissolve these roles.

City officials are seeking public opinion on exterior finishes, wall coverings and other design elements that can be incorporated inside the building. A community survey has been released for residents to share their thoughts. It will close this Friday.

June is Pride Month. The annual commemoration is a time when many LGBTQ+ Americans embrace who they are. However, not every Alabamian may be celebrating this year. Alabamians offer their own advice to those struggling on their queer journey.

Lime, the world's largest shared electric vehicle company, made a long-term partnership with the city of Mobile this week. It will provide up to 300 e-scooters for residents and visitors to use.

Residents in four Alabama communities get to decide whether or not they join the Port City. Voting opens at 7 a.m. next month in four different polling locations.

Austal USA has announced the company received a contract from the U.S. Navy with a potential value of over $3 billion. The project will create 800 new jobs initially in Mobile. By next fall, that number will be closer to 1,800.

The city of Mobile is sponsoring its third annual, Pride-themed ArtWalk. It comes as several residents publicly criticize the event, calling for the removal of its drag performers.