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Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Health
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Mobile Infirmary introduces procedure to treat heart valves
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — An Infirmary Health doctor is the first person to perform a TriClip G4 procedure in Mobile successfully and one of the first to perform it in the region, has learned. Local Mobile sorority visits Selma for 'Bloody Sunday' 60th Anniversary march Dr. Mina Jacob, an interventional and structural cardiologist, performed the minimally invasive surgery to treat patients with tricuspid regurgitation. According to an Infirmary Health news release, patients with TR experience symptoms of fatigue, swelling, and shortness of breath due to blood leaking backward into the heart. 'The tricuspid valve is sometimes referred to as 'the forgotten valve' because historically, it hasreceived less attention compared to the mitral and aortic valves,' said Dr. Jacob. 'Untilrecently, tricuspid regurgitation could only be treated surgically with open-heart surgery.' The release said the TriClip G4 procedure allows doctors to repair the valve by inserting a device through a vein in the leg and guiding it through the vein to the faulty valve, where it will clip together sections of the valve, helping to restore blood flow. Saraland Elementary's Dr. Stan Stokley wins national principal award 'Our structural heart team coordinated and worked hard together to bring this new technologyto Mobile Infirmary,' Dr. Jacob said. 'We are proud to be leading the way in expanding treatment options for patients with tricuspid regurgitation.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
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Mobile homicide detective stuns crowd with performance of National Anthem
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Video of a Mobile Police Department homicide detective is making its rounds on social media after she performed the National Anthem at the McGill-Toolen Invite Tennis Tournament over the weekend. Cpl. Kenyada Taylor blew the crowd away with her rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' at the Mobile Tennis Center. Saraland Elementary's Dr. Stan Stokley wins national principal award Cpl. Taylor joined the MPD Homicide Unit in October 2020 after joining the department in 2005. In her 20 years with MPD, Cpl. Taylor has served with SWAT, the Ranger Unit, Assaults, Tactical Intelligence and Narcotics. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Health
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Campaign management team selected for Connie Hudson's mayoral race
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson has announced her campaign team for the upcoming mayoral election. Saraland Elementary's Dr. Stan Stokley wins national principal award The leadership team includes former Coastal Alabama President and CEO Partnership Wiley Blankenship as campaign manager, Kennedy Strategic Communications co-founder Aqualyn Kennedy as communications director, and Mobile United President Dr. Raoul Richardson as community outreach director. A release from Hudson's campaign said Blankenship left his position at CAP to join her campaign. 'Wiley brings more than a decade of experience in growing the voice of south Alabama from government relations to economic development and regional collaboration,' read the release. Blankenship said he's excited to contribute his help to a meaningful change. 'Working with Commissioner Hudson over the years, I've been impressed with her vision and work ethic,' Blankenship said. 'Her record speaks for itself, but as a resident raising a family in the city, I greatly appreciate her commitment to improving our quality of life.' Local Mobile sorority visits Selma for 'Bloody Sunday' 60th Anniversary march As for Kennedy, she has spent over 20 years in the marketing and brand management industry as an experienced strategic communicator, according to the release. She has worked at Procter & Gamble and the American Heart Association while also volunteering with multiple non-profit organizations in the city. Dr. Richardson has spent many years involved in community service, according to the release. He has been part of multiple organizations in Mobile including Mobile United, the Mobile Area Interfaith Conference, the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission, the Gulf Coast Health Policy Coalition and the University of South Alabama. 'I am so excited to welcome Wiley, Aqualyn, and Dr. Richardson to our team,' Hudson said. Man dies after being pulled from burning home in Mobile Hudson has represented District 2 since 2010, and before that, she represented District 6 for nine years on the Mobile City Council. The election for the new mayor will be held on Aug. 26. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- General
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Saraland Elementary's Dr. Stan Stokley wins national principal award
SARALAND, Ala. (WKRG) — Dr. Stan Stokley, principal of Saraland Elementary, has been awarded the National Distinguished Principal Award, has learned. Gulf Shores Post Office to present one-day Passport Fair The award — established in 1984 by the National Association of Elementary School Principals — recognizes 'outstanding leadership in elementary and middle-level education,' according to a Saraland Board of Education news release. '…Under Dr. Stokley's leadership, Saraland Elementary has become a model of academic success,' the release said. 'Despite a student population where approximately 50% face economic hardship, the school has consistently excelled, earning a 99/A on the Alabama state report card and ranking among the top-performing elementary schools in the state.' The National Distinguished Principal Program 'honors school leaders who set high standards for instruction, student achievement, and school climate,' the release said. 'During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Stokley ensured continuity and connection through innovative initiatives like the entertaining 'School at Home: Morning Announcement' videos, which he created daily while schools were closed. His efforts earned national recognition, including praise from former U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos.' Foley, Alabama job fair: 31 employers hiring for open positions Under Stokley's leadership, Saraland Elementary has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School and a National Title I Distinguished School, according to the Saraland Board of Education, and 'the school was honored as a National ESEA Distinguished School for its excellence in serving English learner,' the board's statement said. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Stokley ensured continuity and connection through innovative initiatives like the entertaining 'School at Home: Morning Announcement' videos, which he created daily while schools were closed,' the release said. 'His efforts earned national recognition, including praise from former U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos. 'Dr. Stokley leads by example, inspiring others to 'live above the line' — a mindset of accountability, integrity, and growth. 2 dead after Mobile County crash 'Through this, he encourages responsibility, learning, empathy, and honesty, empowering students and staff to take ownership, act with compassion, and unlock their potential.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
