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Book Excerpt: ‘The Last Slave Ship’

Local journalist, author and explorer Ben Raines shares an excerpt from his new book that dives deep into the Clotilda, the last ship to bring enslaved Africans to America.

Feeling the Cuteness

Some days, writer Audrey McDonald Atkins says, the stars align and you just feel good.

Roy Hoffman and ‘The Promise of the Pelican’

The Mobile native discusses his new novel, set in Fairhope, the diverse cultures of the South and the “myriad impressions” that go into his creative process writing fiction.

Devin Ford’s Focus: Encourage, Educate and Empower Mobile

Devin Ford's annual Focus Women's Conference strives to provide women with the tools, knowledge and network they need to achieve their goals and positively impact their communities.

Mobile Bay Magazine’s 3rd Annual Watershed Awards

The annual honor recognizes the environmental guardians of our communities.

Remembering E.O. Wilson

Photographer Alex Harris reminisces on working with the Mobilian and world-famous naturalist, E.O. Wilson.

Preserving Mobile’s History with Restore Mobile

Take a walk in Sydney Betbeze's shoes as she fights to preserve the historic districts of Mobile.

Mardi Gras with the Experts

Six Mardi Gras superfans share their tips for enjoying the season.
Krewe of Kindness ball

Krewe of Kindness

An organization founded in 2018 uses Mardi Gras magic to promote special needs inclusivity in Coastal Alabama.

Meet Longtime Senior Bowl Trainer Dean Kleinschmidt

Dean Kleinschmidt, the Senior Bowl’s longest fixture, reflects on the journey that led to his 50 years as head athletic trainer for Mobile’s all-star game.

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The Life and Legacy

of Jimmy Buffett

Take a closer look at who Jimmy Buffett really was and how the Bay area shaped him, his music, his life and his legacy.

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