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The USS Enterprise is on its way to Mobile for dismantlement

The decommissioned carrier is coming to town. The U.S. Navy said the historic warship's final voyage began Monday.

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$418 millionNavy contract to dismantle USS Enterprise in Mobile

NorthStar Maritime Dismantlement Services and Modern American Recycling Services won the July award. Work is expected to conclude by 2030.

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City HallMobile's mayor is pushing three new TIF districts that wouldn't raise taxesIf you're wondering what Mobile's mayor wants to do with future property tax growth, here's the plan. Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis is pushing to create three new tax districts using tax increment financing, or TIF: midtown along I-65, Tillmans Corner and the waterfront. They wouldn't raise taxes. Growth above today's level would go to projects in each district, and could help pay for things like new sidewalks and a new police headquarters.Today’s editionRead

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  • AirportThe Mobile Airport Authority closed the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Broad Street on Monday, Nov.

    The Mobile Airport Authority closed the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Broad Street on Monday, Nov. 2, to build a roundabout that will be the main entrance to Mobile International Airport. The closure is expected to last through March 22, 2027.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: FOX10 News

  • Sand In My BootsMorgan Wallen, Kings of Leon and Ella Langley headline the 2027 festival on the beach in Gulf Shores, set for May 21–23, 2027.

    Morgan Wallen, Kings of Leon and Ella Langley headline the 2027 festival on the beach in Gulf Shores, set for May 21–23, 2027. If you're a local resident, the presale for full-price passes begins Thursday, Nov. 5, at 1 p.m. CT and runs through Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. CT at sandinmybootsfest.com/local-resident-presale. Eligibility depends on your ZIP code. WKRG notes the inaugural event in May 2025 drew sold-out crowds.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: FOX10 News, WKRG

  • OystersAlabama's 2026 oyster season opened Monday in south Mobile County and lasts only until a quota is met, which could take a couple of weeks.

    Alabama's 2026 oyster season opened Monday in south Mobile County and lasts only until a quota is met, which could take a couple of weeks. Fishermen told FOX10 News they're disappointed in what they're finding, and the outlook isn't good for the second year in a row.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: FOX10 News

  • FootballSouth Alabama and Troy meet in the annual Battle for the Belt on Nov.

    South Alabama and Troy meet in the annual Battle for the Belt on Nov. 14 at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile. AL.com has the kickoff time.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: AL.com

  • Shrimp BasketShrimp Basket, which began in Gulf Shores in 1993, closed six restaurants on Sunday, Nov.

    Shrimp Basket, which began in Gulf Shores in 1993, closed six restaurants on Sunday, Nov. 1, including the one in Bay Minette. The others are in Cullman, Gardendale, Tuscaloosa, Auburn and the Warrington area of Pensacola, Florida.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WJTC

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    Playoff Primer: Seven local teams kicking off postseason runs this week

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Mobile Daily Newsto me · Tues., Nov. 36:00 a.m.

USS Enterprise is headed to Mobile, and the mayor wants three new TIFs

Plus, Mobile County schools go remote today and the Sand In My Boots local presale opens Thursday.

The TLDR

  1. USS Enterprise is headed to Mobile to be dismantled
  2. Mayor pushes three new TIF districts in Mobile
  3. Mobile County has designated today a remote learning day
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