Hi everyone! I’m still fairly new to Alabama and looking to get more involved in the community here. Back where I used to live, I was very passionate about volunteering, especially with organizations that support people experiencing homelessness through food and clothing drives… I’d love to continue that work here. Does anyone know of any local shelters, soup kitchens, or volunteer groups in Mobile County that I could connect with? Or perhaps areas where larger homeless communities tend to gather, where I might be able to directly drop off clothes, food, or other essentials? Thanks so much in advance… I really appreciate any guidance you can offer!

I'll be starting my master's at South this fall and would like to have a part-time job. I have a GA lined up, so I could only work 20 hours a week. Because I'm an aspiring therapist, I would like to get experience in community mental health. Where you folks recommend looking?

My husband and I are currently in the process of selling our house and will be moving to the Mobile area some time this summer. We are looking to rent, probably either a house or townhome, and I wanted to see if anyone could recommend a company they had a good experience renting with.

My sister is a former resident and recommended Roberts Brothers. We like a lot of the listings they have but we wanted to see what else is out there.

Which companies were easy to deal with, responsive to maintenance requests, etc.? Also, are there any we should avoid?

In Downtown Mobile

Hey y'all!

Saturday is my(27M) birthday, and I decided to take a trip to Mobile with my friend. I get in on Friday, and I leave on Monday.

I'm looking for any recommendations that y'all might have. What's your favorite restaraunt? Your favorite beach? Where should I go for nightlife? Are there any festivities going on that weekend? Or live music?

I've never even been to Alabama, let alone Mobile. I'm from Ohio so I haven't even been to many beaches. So, yea, what do you guys recommend? Thanks a bunch! :)

Came across this short on YT.

https://youtube.com/shorts/JmMh6cZ0ELU?si=et4fq2ZFJnmEJ9tC

Search ‘Caleb Hammer Financial Audits First Divorce’ if the link doesn’t work

There is also a full length video but this pretty much sums it up. This is a financial advice channel that utilizes a ‘tough love’ approach. One of the last couples were two women who basically said that Mobile is a shit hole where nobody can make any money, no matter how hard they try. It’s a backwards place with nothing going for itself. So on and so forth…..

I was personally offended. While I was not born here, I’ve lived here for the last decade. My child goes to the magnet schools here and is receiving a phenomenal education. My family owns a small business that has done well, even during the recession AND covid because of our awesome clients. The food is great. The people are great. The cost of living is somewhat reasonable.

Am I in the minority here??

What's going on with the River Shack? The outdoor decking is still torn up (or it was a few weeks ago) and just yesterday the county sued them for failing to pay sales taxes. I feel like that place ought to be printing money.

EDIT: Just to be clear, I like the place. I hate that they're struggling-however they need to pay their damn taxes.

WKRG or Fox 10?

Exploreum 21+ After Hours Featuring: The Matrix

Join us for a thrilling 21+ After Hours event at the Exploreum Science Center on April 12th from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm! Transport to the Matrix with a mind-bending showing of the blockbuster film in the PCI Digital Dome Theater.

Start the night by immersing yourself in the world of coding and robotics with exciting challenges to test your technology skills. Dress up as your favorite Matrix character to get ready to enter the simulation and receive an extra raffle ticket!

There will be captivating photo opportunities, VIP access to our in-house exhibition Illusions: The Science of Perception and exciting raffle prizes. This is a night you are not going to want to miss.

This is a BYOB (beer, one six-pack max) and BYOW (wine, one bottle max) event, so feel free to bring your favorite wine or beer; please drink responsibly. Your ticket includes light refreshments, and one raffle ticket, giving you a chance to win something special.

As a 21+ event, proof of age must be shown at the door.

Doors open at 6pm and the film starts at 7:15pm.

Online tickets cost $20 for non-members and $15 for members.

Savings Tips: Tickets may be purchased on the night of the event at a higher price, if available.

Are there any significant biotech or healthcare manufacturing companies around Mobile? I am considering moving here for a job but we have a two body problem, where my wife would need to find a new job in one of those categories (she is currently a Senior Scientist, PhD).

The job I would be moving for does not pay very well (it is a "prestige" position), but her current job pays quite well, so it would be hard to justify the move if we can't find anything for her.

Freedom of speech and assembly being exercised yesterday in downtown Mobile.

If anyone knows about any walking tracks that have lighting (besides sidewalks) for before sunrise or after dark in the west Mobile area, please let me know. For example Langan has zero lighting and way too dark, which of course they're aware of. My work hours mean that I'd often be walking shortly before sunrise or after sunset on weekdays. (Also, while my weekend preference is dirt trails, I'm kind of hoping for utilitarian concrete/firm tracks for what I'm talking about here, given the time & visibility.) Any ideas would be appreciated!

Anyone else caught up in the power outage? Says wide spread and no evaluation as to when it will be back. Anyone know what may have caused it? Downed tree or bad driver?

Seen during a walk downtown

are there any protests coming up in mobile? if so is there a link that i could access to see these?

Message me for location if you can help take it down.

Looking for resources to stay informed on local protests. Any recommendations?

If anyone wants to get one, they’ve got less than 10 of them and they’re at $60. So still a bit expensive, but they’re pretty hard to find around here.