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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
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Infirmary Health among top places to work according to Becker's Healthcare
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Infirmary Health has been named one of the top 150 places to work by Becker's Healthcare. Big crowds for 'Sand in My Boots' festival continue this weekend According to an Infirmary Health news release, the healthcare system was listed in the Becker's Healthcare 2025 list of '150+ Top Places to Work in Healthcare.' The list features organizations that 'go above and beyond to create exceptional workplace cultures' and are selected through a combination of independent editorial research and nominations, the release said. Infirmary Health was recognized for its commitment to employee well-being, leadership excellence, and community engagement, according to the release. That attitude has garnered the health system the honor of 'Best places to work and the top healthcare system employer in the state of Alabama' for three consecutive years in Forbes' 'America's Best-in-State Employers' annual list. According to the release, Infirmary Health offers many benefits and plans to its employees such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and disability plans 'We provide earned time off plans for vacation, sick and holidays to promote a healthy work-life balance,' the release said. 'This honor reflects Infirmary Health's unwavering dedication to our team members who live out our mission of LIFE: Leadership, Integrity, Family, Excellent service every day,' Mark Nix, president and CEO of Infirmary Health said. 'At Infirmary Health, we believe in investing not just in facilities and technology, but in the people who make high-quality compassionate care possible. We are proud to be recognized as one of the nation's top healthcare employers and remain committed to fostering a workplace where every individual can thrive.' Kiyo's owner shares heartbreak after learning Australian Shepherd was abused, found dead in Loxley The full 2025 list of '150+ Top Places to Work in Healthcare' is available at the Becker's Healthcare website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Politics
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Samantha Ingram launches campaign for Mobile City Council District 2
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Samantha Ingram has announced she is running for the Mobile City Council District 2 seat. What fans are saying on day 1 of Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots' music festival The Mobile native has served at the local and national levels in education, and said she is ready to bring that experience to the council, according to a news release. 'For the past 30 years, I have poured my heart into public education, working tirelessly to improve our schools in this city and across the United States,' she said. 'I have managed multi-million-dollar budgets, supported and empowered leaders and focused on building better communities.' Ingram has served as the deputy superintendent for Mobile County Public Schools and as chief of the Center for Instructional Leadership and Development with the United States Department of Defense, according to the release. Ingram said she wants to help everyone in Mobile, not just those in District 2. 'I am running for City Council to ensure that every resident, no matter their zip code, has access to affordable housing, youth opportunities, safe and healthy neighborhoods, and inclusive economic and community development,' she said. 'I am committed to bringing real solutions and responsive leadership to the district.' She said she believes that it is possible by working together. Big crowds for 'Sand in My Boots' festival continue this weekend 'I have always had a core belief that we can achieve when we come together with a shared purpose. Together we can make District 2 better,' she said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Hurlburt Advanced C2 Training Squadron welcomes new commander
HURLBURT, Fla. (WKRG) — The 705th Training Squadron has welcomed a new commander to the team during a formal change of command ceremony. Two Lillian women killed in multi-vehicle crash in Elberta Lt. Col. Matthew 'Blanks' Nelson succeeded Lt. Col. Benjamin 'Dragon' Lee in leading the U.S. Air Force's only advanced command and control training unit, a U.S. Air Force Hurlburt Field news release said. The ceremony was held at Hurlburt Field May 13, and was led by Col. James Fields II, 505th Test and Training Group commander, who spoke of the squadron's expertise and the role they play in shaping the future of operational command and control for the U.S. Air Force, the release said. 'This unit is trusted with solving the toughest operational C2 (command and control) problems and shaping the Air Force's approach to joint and combined warfare,' Fields said. 'Lt. Col. Lee took that responsibility and drove the squadron to new heights.' In his parting speech, Lee commented on the squadron's accomplishments and the significance of leadership. 'The success of the 705th TRS (Training Squadron) has been built on the hard work and dedication of every individual here. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together, and I know that with Lt. Col. Nelson at the helm, the squadron will continue to evolve and lead the way in C2 excellence,' he said. What fans are saying on day 1 of Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots' music festival Nelson then took the ceremonial guidon — the squadron's flag — to officially mark the beginning of a new chapter for the 705th TRS. Nelson previously served as the squadron's director of operations. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Santa Rosa County 2025 graduation ceremony schedule
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Santa Rosa County District Schools has announced the schedules for its Class of 2025 graduation ceremonies. What fans are saying on day 1 of Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots' music festival Graduation ceremony information, including school, date and time, and location, are listed below: High Road School, May 19, 6 p.m., Pace Church of Christ, 4075 Berryhill Road, Milton, Fla. Blended Academy (Santa Rosa Online), May 20, 5 p.m., Milton High School Auditorium, 5445 Stewart Street, Milton, Fla. Locklin Technical College, May 20, 7 p.m., Pine Terrace Baptist Church, 6212 Pine Blossom Road, Milton, Fla. Santa Rosa High & Adult School, May 21, 7:30 p.m., Milton High School Gymnasium, 5445 Stewart Street, Milton, Fla. Milton High School, May 22, 7 p.m., Milton High School, 5445 Stewart Street, Milton, Fla. Jay High School, May 29, 5 p.m., Jay High School Gymnasium, 3741 School Street, Jay, Fla. Central High School, May 29, 7:30 p.m., Pine Terrace Baptist Church, 6212 Pine Blossom Road, Milton, Fla. Navarre High School, May 30, 11 a.m., Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola, Fla. Gulf Breeze High School, May 30, 2:30 p.m., Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola, Fla. Pace High School, May 30, 6 p.m., Pensacola Bay Center, 201 East Gregory Street, Pensacola, Fla. For those unable to attend a graduation ceremony in person, all events will be livestreamed beginning Tuesday, May 20, and the videos will be available afterward on the Santa Rosa County Schools website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Automotive
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Foley traffic signal at Alabama Highway 59 and Baldwin 12 to be off Wednesday
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — The traffic lights at Alabama Highway 59 and Baldwin County 12 will be shut down this week for improvements. Two Lillian women killed in multi-vehicle crash in Elberta According to a City of Foley news release, the signals will be shut down at 9 a.m. while a temporary signal is put in. Foley police will direct traffic while the light is down. Crews will connect power to new connections and remove current signal poles that will have to be moved because of new turn lanes that are planned for that intersection, the release said. The work should be done by 4 p.m., the release said. According to the release, Alabama Department of Transportation officials have said the work was scheduled in such a way that the signal outage would be before most schools were out for summer and beach traffic increases. The eastbound section of Baldwin County 12 has been closed as the work has been done, but is expected to be reopened by the end of May, according to ALDOT. In addition to the new turn lane and signal improvements, the project also includes culvert extensions, the release said. What fans are saying on day 1 of Morgan Wallen's 'Sand in My Boots' music festival According to the release, ALDOT is overseeing the project. For more information, visit the ALDOT website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
