🌱 Alba Avenue Temporary Closure + Waste Spill In Montlimar Creek

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Here are the top three stories today in Mobile:

1. Commuters should know that Mobile County Public Works will temporarily close Alba Avenue in Bayou La Batre. The closure is expected only to last the day as a cross-drain repair takes place. The closure point is located between Highway 188 and Shell Belt Road, and commuters will need to take the posted detour route on Tuesday, Mar. 7. (Press Release Desk)
2. Mobile residents should consider avoiding using Montlimar Creek for recreational purposes this week. According to Mobile's water utility, 95 gallons of wastewater overflowed into the creek on Friday. It was determined that the leak happened after a contractor failed to properly seal a manhole during a repair. Those who come in contact with wastewater should wash their hands and clothing thoroughly. (AL.com)
3. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement from the Mobile Airport Authority this Tuesday. According to a press release, a new airline and nonstop destination are coming to the Mobile International Airport (BMF). At 10 a.m. on Tuesday, local officials and representatives of the new airline will make an announcement about the airline. Delta Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines currently serve Mobile residents. Be sure to check back Tuesday for the reveal! (WKRG News 5)

Today in Mobile:

• Author Talk With Cynthia Tucker And Frye Gaillard At GulfQuest National Maritime Museum (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Commissioner Connie Hudson recently released a planning document for the Mobile County Aquatics Center in her March newsletter. Construction on Phase I of the center will begin once proper funding is secured. Read more at this link. (Mobile County, Alabama via Facebook)
• The City of Mobile would like your help! Share your money journey with the city's newest anonymous survey and help the city build initiatives to help residents meet real-life needs. The survey takes about 3 minutes to complete and can be accessed here. (City of Mobile Government via Facebook)
• The Mobile Fire Rescue is accepting applications for spring enrollment into its Citizens Fire Academy! This nine-session course will give participants an in-depth overview of the department and a general overview of firefighting and emergency medical services. Please visit this link for the application. (Mobile Fire Rescue via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you soon.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.