Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security

Downtown Mobile's Mardi Gras Tree is now lit
The carnival festivities began Thursday night with the Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree in downtown Mobile. FULL STORY:
Mobile’s Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree
MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA) - After the city of Mobile pushed back some major events because of cold weather earlier this month, the Mardi Gras tree lighting is expected to take place Thursday at Mardi Gras Park. The fun kicks off at 5:30 p.m. and runs through 8 p.m. with the tree lighting taking place at 6:30 p.m.
Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security after New Orleans attack
Mobile is a time for revelry, tradition, and celebration—but this year, it will also be marked by heightened security. In a move aimed at protecting crowds, the city is installing new safety barriers along the parade route,
Mardi Gras security measures enhanced and updated
In a move that demonstrates progress and cultural awareness, Mobile, Alabama, is revolutionizing its approach to Mardi Gras security. The city council's
Mobile Approves Emergency Funds To Bolster Mardi Gras Security
On Jan. 14, the Mobile City Council voted unanimously to purchase 18 portable steel bollards to line the streets. The bollards, which will cost the city $167,371, are solid steel columns designed to protect pedestrians and event-goers, according to WKRG 5.
City of Mobile approves purchase of portable bollards ahead of 2025 Mardi Gras season
MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA) - After the horrific New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans, city leaders in Mobile are already putting safety plans in place for Mardi Gras. The season starts in less than three weeks and draws thousands of people downtown. Last year Fat Tuesday drew in more than 200,000 people.
Mobile buys 18 portable barriers for Mardi Gras celebrations
The City of Mobile invested in 18 portable bollards ahead of the 2025 Mardi Gras season. FULL STORY: Nadya Suleman, who is known to the world as Octomom after giving birth to octuplets, shared a rare glimpse into her life as a mom of 14.
No route changes for Mardi Gras, New Orleans officials confirm
City of New Orleans officials say Mardi Gras parades this year will remain on their usual routes, despite earlier talk of moving them all to the Uptown route.
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Mobile police arrest 1, seek another after Home Depot shoplifting
One man is behind bars, and officials are looking for another person after a Thursday morning shoplifting incident, according ...
‘Mardi Gras Job Fair’ Thursday at Mobile Convention Center
Job Fair” will be held Thursday to help Oak View Group fill about 50 seasonal jobs at the properties it manages in Mobile, ...
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Mobile to host horse evaluations and training in preparation for Mardi Gras season
Mardi Gras season is on the horizon. The annual celebration originated in 1703 in Mobile. This year, the city's Animal ...
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Toomey’s Mardi Gras: What throws are flying off the shelves
Mardi Gras is just around the corner and revelers are already stocking up on throws and “bling.” There are a few things at ...
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Mobile hosting horse evaluations, rider training ahead of Mardi Gras
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile officials are hosting training sessions and horse evaluations ahead of the 2025 Mardi Gras season to ensure compliance with new horse and rider requirements for ...