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Chris Andrews | May 1, 2021   1. Mardi Gras Parade May 21 Downtown Mobile Mardi Gras in May? It’s happening! Friday, May 21st members from dozens of Mardi Gras organizations will roll along a modified parade route with Moon Pies, beads, and all the great throws. This is all to celebrate the commissioning…

by: Chris Andrews Just north of Mobile you’ll find great restaurants in cities like Prichard, Saraland, Satsuma, and Citronelle. Here’s a list of 10 must eat places and a few of their signature dishes located in NoMo! 1. Big Whites Wings Big Whites in Prichard was recently named  “Best Spot for Chicken Wings in…

Chris Andrews | April 1, 2021 1. Historic Walking Tours Every Saturday in April 10am Free walking tours through Downtown Mobile are given every Saturday in April. Meeting location is the Visit Mobile Welcome Center. Local historians such as Eric Finley, Cart Blackwell, Devereaux Bemis, and Craig Roberts will explore the history…

Chris Andrews | March 8,2021 Mobile has an abundance of great restaurants and many of those have stood the test of time. Despite changing food trends, world wars, culture wars, pandemics, and new restaurants popping up all over town, these 15 places to eat have solidified their mark on Mobile’s food scene. (For this list,…

Laney Andrews | January 18,2021 ‘Tis the season for Moon Pies, King Cakes, beads, and all things Mardi Gras. Except, this year is a little different, most parades and balls have been canceled. This year is the fourth time in the history of Mardi Gras that parades haven’t rolled as usual. Believe it or…

With 2020 behind us, our team of expert foodies wanted to share our best food experiences from this past year in the Port City.   Laney – “My favorite meal this year was at FIVE. I’ve eaten at FIVE a bazillion times, but this was my favorite because it was my first post quarantine meal….

Photo courtesy of American Lunch This year has been especially difficult for our neighbors with food malnourishment. The pandemic and loss of jobs in our area have greatly increased the demand for food pantries. Volunteers are needed in large numbers to keep up with the demand and also to replace some of our elderly who…

There’s never a shortage of things to do in Mobile but here’s a list of 10 FREE things to do in Mobile! 1. Cooper Riverside Park Mobile was founded because of the river and we have thrived for centuries because of the river. Take a walk down Cooper Riverside Park to enjoy the views, see…

1. History Museum of Mobile Open House August 4 Take advantage of free admission as you explore 300 years of Mobile’s History while learning about the museums programs, memberships, and departments. Light refreshments will be served! 2. 21st Annual Chef Challenge Fort Whiting August 29th – 6-9pm Hosted by Feeding the Gulf Coast, the 21st…

1. University of South Alabama Football Ladd Peebles Stadium Football season is back! The Jags have two home games at Ladd this month. September 7 vs Jackson State and September 14 vs. Memphis 2. Forks and Corks Seafood and Science Gala September 27 Dauphin Island Sea Lab The 2nd annual Forks and Corks celebration of…

1. MOBTOWN Burger Week October 5 – 12 Downtown Mobile Enjoy the best burgers in Mobile! Approximately 20 restaurants are participating in this week long event to find out who has Mobile’s most popular burger. $2 of every burger sold goes to support Restore Mobile, an organization that restores blighted properties in the city of…

1. One Night in Havana November 14 23 East – Brookley Aeroplex One Night in Havana will transport you to a tropical night club filled with the sights, sounds and flavors of Havana, Cuba. The evening includes live music, food and drink and charitable gaming. Proceeds benefit the Distinguished Young Women. 2. Alabama Pecan Festival…