Mobile cruise terminal to open for Mardi Gras parade parking
Mobile city officials have announced that the Mobile Alabama Cruise Terminal will open this Mardi Gras season for parking during parades. According to a city news release, the terminal will open for parking on Feb.
Downtown Mobile's Mardi Gras Tree is now lit
The carnival festivities began Thursday night with the Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree in downtown Mobile. FULL STORY:
Mobile’s Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA) - After the city of Mobile pushed back some major events because of cold weather earlier this month, the Mardi Gras tree lighting is expected to take place Thursday at Mardi Gras Park. The fun kicks off at 5:30 p.m. and runs through 8 p.m. with the tree lighting taking place at 6:30 p.m.
Mardi Gras security measures enhanced and updated
In a move that demonstrates progress and cultural awareness, Mobile, Alabama, is revolutionizing its approach to Mardi Gras security. The city council's
Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security after New Orleans attack
The Mobile City Council voted unanimously to spend $167,371 to purchase 18 bollards, each weighing 1,000 pounds. They will be placed around downtown Mobile during Mardi Gras.
Better late than never: City of Mobile lights Mardi Gras Tree
It was delayed a week by cold weather — but Thursday night the City of Mobile lit the Mardi Gras Tree. Port City favorite — The Excelsior Band — welcoming revelers to Mardi Gras Park.
Mobile Approves Emergency Funds To Bolster Mardi Gras Security
On Jan. 14, the Mobile City Council voted unanimously to purchase 18 portable steel bollards to line the streets. The bollards, which will cost the city $167,371, are solid steel columns designed to protect pedestrians and event-goers, according to WKRG 5.
Mobile buys 18 portable barriers for Mardi Gras celebrations
The City of Mobile invested in 18 portable bollards ahead of the 2025 Mardi Gras season. FULL STORY: https://trib.al/PB1QozN Nadya Suleman, who is known to the world as Octomom after giving birth to octuplets, shared a rare glimpse into her life as a mom of 14.
No route changes for Mardi Gras, New Orleans officials confirm
City of New Orleans officials say Mardi Gras parades this year will remain on their usual routes, despite earlier talk of moving them all to the Uptown route.
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Mobile set to increase parking options to accommodate Mardi Gras attendees
The City of Mobile is expanding parking choices for parade-goers during the 2025 Mardi Gras season. The new parking options ...
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Mobile police arrest 1, seek another after Home Depot shoplifting
One man is behind bars, and officials are looking for another person after a Thursday morning shoplifting incident, according ...
‘Mardi Gras Job Fair’ Thursday at Mobile Convention Center
Job Fair” will be held Thursday to help Oak View Group fill about 50 seasonal jobs at the properties it manages in Mobile, ...
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Mobile to host horse evaluations and training in preparation for Mardi Gras season
Mardi Gras season is on the horizon. The annual celebration originated in 1703 in Mobile. This year, the city's Animal ...
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Toomey’s Mardi Gras: What throws are flying off the shelves
Mardi Gras is just around the corner and revelers are already stocking up on throws and “bling.” There are a few things at ...