Walmart, Sam’s Club Campaign Raises Funds For Feeding The Gulf Coast
The 12th annual Walmart and Sam’s Club “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign raised more than $291,000 to help local families facing hunger. It delivered critical resources to Feeding the Gulf Coast, which helps some of the estimated 384,260 people in the Mobile-based nonprofit’s service area who are experiencing...
Lagan Park Lake dredging set to cause park route changes—what we know
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG)—The City of Mobile is dredging the lake at Lagan Park to create a better habitat for wildlife and improve recreation. City officials believe that because of the improvements, drivers can expect some minor inconveniences before it’s all finished. “A lot of the lake is only six inches in depth,”...
Dedication ceremony for Admiral Semmes statue set for Saturday
SPANISH FORT, Ala. (WKRG) — A bronze statue of Admiral Raphael Semmes, sitting atop the original base, will be dedicated this weekend at Fort McDermott Confederate Memorial Park in Spanish Fort, a news release said. The new statue will be displayed on the original 125-year-old granite base that was erected in the...
Deborah Tillman sworn as Mobile County’s newest district judge
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mobile County’s newest district judge has been sworn in. Deborah Tillman was joined by family, members of the court and law enforcement at Government Plaza. Governor Kay Ivey made the announcement in July, and Tillman has been on the bench since August. She has worked...
Legal battle over Big Creek Lake intensifies as MAWSS announces updates on lake access
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The fight over Big Creek Lake is escalating, with the Mobile Area Water and Sewer System (MAWSS) taking new legal action to protect what it calls the city’s most critical water supply. The utility serves 350,000 residents in Mobile and Baldwin Counties. The controversy began...
Taste Test: Mexican Snacks with Jefe Paletas
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - We’re continuing our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month at FOX10!. Vanessa and the Good Day Gulf Coast crew got a taste of traditional Mexican snacks by sampling a variety of treats from Jefe Paletas — also known as “Boss Popsicles.”. Owner Fabian Leon...
$1.9 million Loxley Transit Hub opens, offering enhanced accessibility and amenities
LOXLEY, Ala. -- A ribbon cutting for the new Loxley Transit Hub was held Friday. Serving as a connection point for commuters and visitors, the hub is located just west of Highway 59 on Municipal Park Drive. "The hub features an entry plaza, pavilion with restrooms, ADA-accessible sidewalks, added parking,...
Chickasaw community comes together in support of two children with cancer
CHICKASAW, Ala. (WKRG) — The Chickasaw community is banding together in support of two young warriors and their brave battle with cancer. Brighton Manac and Nevaeh Rose are both students at Chickasaw Elementary School, and they’re both fighting a big battle. Nevaeh is a second grader with a rare form of cancer....
Mobile County Animal Shelter at capacity, makes plea for adoptions, fosters
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Animal Shelter is asking the public for help in adopting or fostering animals. The shelter, located at 7665 Howells Ferry Road, is currently considered over capacity. There are 103 adoptable dogs and puppies, as well as seven cats and kittens, in need of a foster or...
Fairhope student fighting cancer surprised with trip to meet Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — It’s a dream come true for one first grader at Fairhope West Elementary School — the chance to meet her role models, the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, thanks to a local charity, Magic Moments. “That is her favorite. She has watched that Netflix series and she loves it,” Melissa Pruitt, a teacher...
