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Free Friday

Free Burger, Exploreum Admission for Veterans, and Fun for Children! more »

Nov/6/09 5:34 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Electronics Recycling Saturday

On Saturday, November 7, Keep Mobile Beautiful will host an Electronics/Computer Recycling event from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Greater Gulf State Fairgrounds. more »

Nov/6/09 4:17 PM

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By WKRG Staff

Web Wednesday: What’s Your Travel Horror Story?

An Arizona couple is facing charges after police discovered about one thousand pieces of missing luggage at their home. The luggage was reportedly stolen from a carousel from an airport. more »

Nov/4/09 5:12 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Private Adoptions

A Mobile County family's success story may change your feelings about adoption. more »

Nov/3/09 5:29 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

This May Be the Droid You’re Looking For

I wouldn't go so far as to call the new Motorola Droid an "iPhone killer" but it's the best challenger yet to Apple's popular smart phone. more »

Nov/3/09 12:40 PM

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By CBS

Bad News About Red Snapper?

Could tougher restrictions be on the way? more »

Nov/2/09 10:13 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Comment by cmb1: There are so many snapper in the gulf this is absolutly rediculous! Net fisherman you needed stopping… 2 Responses »

Let Freedom Ring

Taco Bell locations in Mobile and Pensacola will collect donations from November 11-24 to benefit military members and their families. more »

Nov/2/09 12:26 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Pensacola Has The 8th Highest Airfares In The Country

New federal statistics show a city in Alabama has the nation's most expensive airplane tickets. Click here for details. more »

Nov/2/09 10:58 AM

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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press

Comment by Wait4Me: If Mobile would have been in the survey we would have ranked #1. Would have been a great addition to the “Mobile Hall of Shame” … 3 Responses »

Campus Residents Will Have To Buy A Meal Plan

The University of South Alabama's new $8.8 million dining facility is expected to be open next fall, and the university hopes it will be self-supporting with the help of the meal plans. more »

Nov/2/09 10:06 AM

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By The Associated Press

Limits On Red Snapper To Tighten

Despite strong red snapper growth in the Gulf, regulators say the 2010 season is expected to be strictest ever. more »

Nov/1/09 12:55 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by rolltide33: This summer there were Red Snapper in the ship channel in the Bay! 12 Responses »

It’s FREE Friday!!

Free Tacos, Admission to Exploreum, and Reading Video more »

Oct/30/09 3:42 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Ala. Port Authority OKs Sharply Reduced Spending

The Alabama State Port Authority Has Approved A $53 Million Capital Spending Budget For 2010, Sharply Reduced From Last Year. more »

Oct/28/09 5:11 AM

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Disney Offers Baby Einstein Refund

Company offering refund program for educational DVDs aimed at babies and toddlers. more »

Oct/27/09 2:48 AM

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By CBS/AP

Comment by cissiebee: I agree. I have had friends put this on their registry. I would buy Curious George ... etc.. before this stuff. 1 Responses »

Lawmakers Look To Online Taxes For Revenue

There is a renewed interest among Alabama lawmakers to crack down on online retailers who don't collect sales tax. more »

Oct/25/09 11:57 AM

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By Associated Press

FREE FRIDAY!!

Party with the military, enjoy good music, and learn to defend yourself! more »

Oct/23/09 2:00 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

The 3/50 Project Takes Aim At Local Business

A handful of Mobile businesses have signed on to the 3/50 Project. The website promotes local shopping. more »

Oct/22/09 3:43 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by southfan1981: Great idea. There are plenty of local businesses that deserve our support. I easily spend $50+ at B&B petstop Banana docks, not quite as much. Hmmmm… view »

Theodore Water Main Break Repaired

A Mobile County Water & Sewer spokesperson says a contractor doing drainage work for Mobile County hit a water main at Theodore Ball Park. more »

Oct/21/09 7:53 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Baby Food Recalled over Botulism Risk

"Plum Organics" Warns Against Use of Apple and Carrot Portable Pouch Foods from Possibly Tainted Batch.. more »

Oct/20/09 8:55 AM

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By Associated Press

Scrushy Transfers Millions In Real Estate

Former HealthSouth CEO Richard Scrushy reportedly transferred millions of dollars in property to his son-in-law's company before he was convicted of bribery. more »

Oct/19/09 4:07 PM

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