Stapleton motorcyclist dies in crash in Escambia County, Florida
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A man from Stapleton is dead after a crash between a motorcycle and a pickup truck in Escambia County, Florida. According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened Saturday night on State Road 97 near Hendricks Lane. Troopers say a 54-year-old man from Stapleton...
FHP: Baldwin County motorcyclist dead in accident
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLA. (WALA) - The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) says a motorcyclist from Baldwin County was killed in a traffic accident in Escambia County, Florida, Saturday night. FHP says the motorcyclist was a 54 year old man from Stapleton, but authorities have not released his identity. Florida Highway Patrol...
Thousands without power in Alabama
ALABAMA — More than 2,500 homes and businesses across Alabama are without electricity as of Sunday morning, according to the latest power outage data. A total of 2,558 customers are currently without power statewide. That represents about 0.1% of the 2,604,807 electric customers being tracked across Alabama. Alabama...
Burlington pods are now a permanent fixture in Old North End
The Elmwood Community Shelter, better known as the Burlington pods, is no longer a temporary project. Managers announced Wednesday night that the tiny homes will be permanent.
Dill Dinkers Indoor Pickleball Expanding Into Mobile
Dill Dinkers, a dedicated indoor pickleball club franchise, recently announced a new regional development partnership that will accelerate the brand’s continued expansion across the Gulf Coast, positioning it for significant growth from Mobile through Tallahassee. Beth Wilson and Amy Wallace are leading the expansion...
PCA Rodeo Coming To Robertsdale Fairgrounds
The 26th Annual PCA Rodeo hosted by the Robertsdale Rotary Club will be held on March 13-14 at 5-10 p.m. at the Robertsdale Fairgrounds at 19477 Fairground Road, Mullet Wrapper reports. It will feature bullriding, bronco busting and barrel racing while supporting the community through scholarships, assisting other...
New Mobile location gives Rapahope room to grow its mission
Video above: What is cancer? MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Rapahope Children’s Retreat Foundation will celebrate its new permanent location with a ribbon-cutting next week, according to foundation officials. According to a Rapahope news release, the ribbon cutting is set for Thursday, March 12, at 10 a.m. at the new...
Foley Fire Department to unveil Safe Haven Baby Box
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from March 6, 2026 FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Foley Fire Department Station 1 is set to hold the unveiling and blessing of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box. According to a news release, the station, along with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, will unveil the box on Friday, […]
Rising ridership and risks: Coastal leaders push safety for Amtrak’s popular Mardi Gras Service
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service may be exceeding early ridership projections, but a darker reality has emerged alongside the excitement: a rising number of tragic deaths at railroad crossings along the Gulf Coast. During a Southern Rail Commission (SRC) meeting on Friday, officials discussed both immediate and long‑term...
City of Foley Celebrates Municipal Employees’ Dedication
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The city of Foley expressed gratitude to its municipal workers for their dedication. Officials hosted a special event to honor their service to the community. Mayor Ralph Hellmich commended the team for making Foley exceptional. He emphasized how their pride and teamwork distinguish the city.
