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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
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Gulf Shores wants your thoughts on possible music festival extension
GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — Gulf Shores officials are seeking residents' input on possibly extending a contract for a music festival. Gulf Shores man to compete in 50th season of CBS's 'Survivor' Hangout Music Festival has been held in Gulf Shores for 15 years, with the last festival being taken over by Morgan Wallen for the 15th year celebration, renaming HMF the 'Sand In My Boots' festival. City officials have opened two online surveys — one for residents and one for business owners — to find out whether they want the festival to continue. A community meeting has also been scheduled for June 5. Both surveys are available until June 4. 'Before we make any decision about the future of the Hangout/Sand In My Boots Music Festival, it's essential that we hear from the people who live and work here,' Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft said. 'We want to fully understand how the event affects our residents and businesses, both positively and negatively,' Craft continued. 'Your feedback is crucial to ensuring that any action we take reflects the best interests of our community.' Biloxi man sets Mississippi saltwater fishing record The city council will decide whether to extend the proposed contract. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Automotive
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Mobile Arena raises parking concerns, city officials say not to worry
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — New aerial renderings of the Mobile Arena, set to seat 10,000 people, are raising the question of where people will park. 'Sand In My Boots' fest brings $70M impact to South Baldwin, but event's future uncertain However, Mobile officials told News 5 there is nothing to worry about as each year they take in hundreds of thousands of people for Mardi Gras. 'We deal with it every year,' City of Mobile Deputy Chief of Staff Joe Snowden said. 'We get people in, and we get people out.' John Gwin lives across the street from the construction site. 'I could've thrown a rock and hit the civic center,' Gwin said. He is worried that his neighborhood streets will take the impact of overflow parking. He hopes the city will turn the roads to only one-sided parking. 'A lot of the streets are not wide enough for particularly a fire truck to get down,' Gwin said. Snowden said with the addition of the new parking garage, downtown Mobile will have roughly 7,000 parking spots available. That would be through garages, street parking and surface lots. 'We foresee people using Uber, staying at a hotel and using their parking spaces,' Snowden said. Snowden said the city would love for each event to pack out the Mobile Arena, but they can't guarantee that for every event, so they feel like traffic will be more than manageable. 'With any big event, MPD will be there and also working with ALDOT; we can foresee those challenges and kind of mitigate those ahead of time,' Snowden said. News 5 also asked about the large green space in the renderings that could be used for more parking. Snowden said the area could be used for future development of the property. Spring brings dolphins, sharks and spotted rays to Orange Beach waters The parking garage is expected to be complete by July. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
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I-10 eastbound lane closure planned in Okaloosa County
OKALOOSA, Fla. (WKRG) — I-10's eastbound lane will be closed as construction crews perform guardrail repairs in Okaloosa County. Gas is 40 cents cheaper Thursday — where to cash in on the deal Drivers should expect to encounter the closure on the outside (right) lane between mile markers 52 and 54 starting 9 a.m. Thursday, May 22, and ending at 6 p.m. that same evening. Drivers are reminded to drive safely and to use caution while driving through work zones. constructions activities may be rescheduled or delayed in the event of inclement weather. Morgan Wallen's 'Sand In My Boots' music festival: crime drops, travel breaks records More information can be found on the Florida Department of Transportation District Three website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
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Gas is 40 cents cheaper Thursday — where to cash in on the deal
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Circle K is bringing back their Circle K Fuel Day for Memorial Day weekend. Morgan Wallen's 'Sand In My Boots' music festival: crime drops, travel breaks records Circle K will be offering up to 40 cents off per gallon of fuel during their nationwide Circle K Fuel Day Thursday, May 22 between 4 and 7 p.m. local time. The deal can be received at any Circle K station in Pensacola and over 5,800 stations across the U.S. 10 percent of profits made from fuel sales during the event will be donated to the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation in honor of Memorial Day. 'As people hit the road for the long weekend and kick off the summer season, we are pleased to bring all of our valued customers, both existing and new, some great savings at the pump,' said Executive Vice President – North American Operations, for Circle K, Louise Warner. 'It is also our honor to use this occasion for the second straight year to partner with the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation and support their important work to provide educational opportunities for children with parents who gave all in service to this country.' In addition to the deal, Circle K Inner Circle members are eligible for early access to the fuel day deals from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Natural storm water infrastructure protects people and local ecosystems To see participating locations, visit the Circle K website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
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Conecuh County drug bust: Tennessee man accused of hiding $250K worth of fentanyl in car battery
CONECUH COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A Knoxville, Tennessee man was arrested in Conecuh County, Alabama after he was allegedly found with 15 pounds of suspected fentanyl. Mobile Arena construction begins, once complete could host top-tier entertainment According to a news release from the Conecuh County Sheriff's Office, a traffic stop was conducted in conjunction with the 17th Judicial Circuit Drug Task Force on Tuesday, May 20, on Interstate 65 northbound. The release said 'criminal activity was noted which led to a vehicle search.' The search led to the discovery of a car battery that was modified to conceal contraband, and 15 pounds of suspected fentanyl were recovered. According to CCSO, 15 pounds of fentanyl has a street value of $250,000. Tobias Billingsley, 32, was arrested and is being held at the Conecuh County Jail on a $1 million bond, according to the sheriff's office. Morgan Wallen's 'Sand In My Boots' music festival: crime drops, travel breaks records The case remains an active investigation. Leon Petite and Kendra Day contributed to this story. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
