Archive for the ‘Alabama’ Category

Governor plans to visit Baldwin County on Memorial Day | al.com

Saturday, May 25th, 2013

Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley will attend two Memorial Day events in Baldwin County on Monday.

He will be at the William F. Green State Veterans Home, 300 Faulkner Drive in Bay Minette, for a 9:30 a.m. Day of Remembrance ceremony.

via Governor plans to visit Baldwin County on Memorial Day | al.com.

Alabama beaches expect record crowds this summer – The Redstone Rocket: Military Scene

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013

North Alabama residents don’t have to travel far to enjoy sugar-white sand, gentle ocean breezes and breathtaking ocean views.

Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan have all three – in a family friendly style.

via Alabama beaches expect record crowds this summer – The Redstone Rocket: Military Scene.

Beach Walk Through Wildlife Refuge – WKRG News 5

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013

My walk covered the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. It started at the intersection of Fort Morgan road and Cortez street and extended eastward to just past the end of the Beach Highway. I have my backpack full of bottled water so none of us get dehydrated and not just a backpack but also a pedometer on my phone so we can find out how far we’re walking as we walk along the beach here. There’s not much to see near the Fort Morgan road condos and resorts.

via Beach Walk Through Wildlife Refuge – WKRG News 5.

Crimson Caravan rolls into Orange Beach | Fox10tv.com

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WALA) – The Crimson Caravan made it's eighth and final stop at the Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf.

University of Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban, along with other UA personnel, spoke at the event.

via Crimson Caravan rolls into Orange Beach | Fox10tv.com.

ALDOT Prepares Evacuation Routes for Severe Weather | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com

Thursday, May 23rd, 2013

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) We're less than 10 days from the start of hurricane season and local agencies are working to prepare. The Alabama Department of Transportation held a drill Wednesday morning to practice getting Interstate 65 ready for a mass evacuation.

via ALDOT Prepares Evacuation Routes for Severe Weather | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com.

Alabamians can fish free on June 8

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013

On Saturday, June 8, Alabamians will have the opportunity to fish for free in most state waters. This Free Fishing Day is part of National Fishing and Boating Week, which runs June 1-9.

via Press Release.

Local 15 Investigates NWS Forecast Discrepancies | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com

Thursday, May 16th, 2013

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) Hurricane season is just over two weeks away, and Mobilians know just how important the National Weather Service is if a storm is approaching. Local 15 found the New Orleans National Weather Service and Mobile’s differ sometimes when it comes to severe weather warnings, especially on April 3, 2013 when the Carnival Triumph broke loose after high winds.

via Local 15 Investigates NWS Forecast Discrepancies | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com.

Win tickets to Crimson Caravan in Orange Beach | al.com

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

Nick Saban and his crystal ball are caravaning across the Southeast. On May 22, the Crimson Caravan pulls into Orange Beach for its final stop, and you have a chance to be there.

via Win tickets to Crimson Caravan in Orange Beach | al.com.

Fairhope BBQ Sauce In State Sauce-Off – WKRG News 5

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

Making it to the championship round are from LawLers in Athens, Costas in Birmingham, Phil's BBQ in Eufaula, and Viper in Fairhope.

via Fairhope BBQ Sauce In State Sauce-Off – WKRG News 5.

Fairhope BBQ Sauce In State Sauce-Off – WKRG News 5

Wednesday, May 15th, 2013

Making it to the championship round are from LawLers in Athens, Costas in Birmingham, Phil's BBQ in Eufaula, and Viper in Fairhope.

via Fairhope BBQ Sauce In State Sauce-Off – WKRG News 5.

Millions of BP settlement funds go to tourism industry – World Socialist Web Site

Monday, May 13th, 2013

A recent decision by the Alabama state legislature to allocate funds from an early settlement with British Petroleum (BP) to build a convention center has aroused anger from Gulf Coast environmental groups. The project is part of a $594 million plan announced last week by BP and the five Gulf Coast states affected by the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.

via Millions of BP settlement funds go to tourism industry – World Socialist Web Site.

USPS holds letter carrier food drive for Stamp Out Hunger | al.com

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013

On May 11, residents of Alabama can join the U.S. Postal Service and its letter carriers to help Stamp Out Hunger by leaving food at the mailbox.

The one-day food drive is one of the largest food drives across America.

via USPS holds letter carrier food drive for Stamp Out Hunger | al.com.

Renew our Rivers clean-up event for Baldwin County | al.com

Saturday, May 4th, 2013

Alabama Power is sponsoring Renew Our Rivers volunteer clean-ups across the state in May. The following is a clean-up event in Baldwin County.

via Renew our Rivers clean-up event for Baldwin County | al.com.

Tara Hooper of Fairhope crowned Mrs. Alabama – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: Community Bulletin Board

Wednesday, May 1st, 2013

The Alabama United States Pageant System crowned Tara Hooper of Fairhope Mrs. Alabama United States 2013 at the Cahaba Event Center in Birmingham on April 14.

via Tara Hooper of Fairhope crowned Mrs. Alabama – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: Community Bulletin Board.

PHOTOS: Mullet Toss weekend 2013 – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: News

Monday, April 29th, 2013

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Fish were flying and people were partying at the “adult spring break” at the Flora-Bama April 25-28. Here are some images captured by CAPT. MARK ROBINSON.

via Mullet Toss weekend 2013 – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: News.

Alabama State Parks Still Under Budget Pressure | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com

Monday, April 22nd, 2013

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – The director of Alabama State Parks has outlined plans for possible expansion of park lands and ways to pay for budget shortfalls.

via Alabama State Parks Still Under Budget Pressure | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com.

Bill Striepeck of Pensacola wins chilly Mullet Man Triathlon (photos) | al.com

Sunday, April 21st, 2013

ORANGE BEACH, Alabama – In weather better suited for the Flora-Bama's annual Polar Bear Dip, 176 participants took the plunge at the Gulf Coast landmark's 17th annual Mullet Man Triathlon today.

via Bill Striepeck of Pensacola wins chilly Mullet Man Triathlon (photos) | al.com.

Reality Check: Ala. Tax Refunds May be Delayed | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com

Wednesday, April 17th, 2013

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) The government requires you to meet an April 15th deadline for taxes, but what about a deadline for the government to give you your refund. In Alabama if you’re just now filing your taxes and you’re due a refund, you may have to wait with no definite date in sight.

via Reality Check: Ala. Tax Refunds May be Delayed | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com.

Rick and Bubba to broadcast from The Wharf on April 26 | al.com

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013

ORANGE BEACH, Alabama — Birmingham-based radio hosts Rick Burgess and Bill “Bubba” Bussey of “The Rick and Bubba Show” will broadcast live from Baumhower’s Restaurant at The Wharf in Orange Beach from 6 to 10 a.m. April 26.

via Rick and Bubba to broadcast from The Wharf on April 26 | al.com.

Remarks by President Obama in recognition of the Crimson Tide (transcript) | al.com

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The White House released the following transcript of today’s remarks by President Barack Obama honoring the University of Alabama on winning the 2012 BCS National Championship:
via Remarks by President Obama in recognition of the Crimson Tide (transcript) | al.com.