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News from May 2024

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US Senators advocate for Vulcan amid ongoing dispute with Mexico

By Mobile Courant | May 9, 2024

This week marks the second anniversary of the Mexican government's controversial shutdown of Vulcan port in Quintana Roo. U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Katie Britt (R-AL), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), and Tim Kaine (D-VA) have penned a letter to Alicia Bárcena, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, imploring her to address the Mexican government’s treatment of Alabama-based Vulcan Materials Company.

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Senators condemn anti-Israel protests, praise UNC fraternity's actions

By Mobile Courant | May 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) and eight colleagues in a resolution condemning the violent antisemitic protests that have erupted across college campuses. The resolution commends the heroic actions of University of North Carolina (UNC) fraternity members who defended the American flag after protestors attempted to replace it with a Palestinian flag. UNC interim Chancellor Lee Roberts is also praised for standing up to protestors, as are law enforcement officers in New York who have taken a stand against anti-American protestors.

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Senator Tuberville Criticizes Biden Administration's Delay in Weapon Sales to Israel

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) expressed his concerns about the Biden Administration's decision to delay weapon sales to Israel. The statement was made following U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's confirmation of a "pause" in sending weapons to Israel.

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Senator Tuberville criticizes Democrats' Farm Bill framework

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has voiced his opposition to the Democrats' Farm Bill framework, stating that it fails to prioritize farmers, foresters, and producers. The senator criticized the proposal for its focus on nutrition and conservation over farm programs.

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McKenzie King, former Baker High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number eight seed.

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Macy Holt, former Satsuma High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Auburn Montgomery Warhawks.

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Rycca Hinton, former Faith Academy softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 9.

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Former McGill-Toolen Catholic High School standout Lindsey Mecom’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 9

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number eight seed.

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Former Baker High School standout Lauren Glass’ collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 9

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Auburn Montgomery Warhawks.

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Former Satsuma High School standout Isabella Landrum’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D2 Softball Championship starting Thursday, May 9

By Mobile Courant | May 8, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 9.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mobile County in week ending May 4?

By Mobile Courant | May 7, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tuberville Urges USDA to Reverse Decision Impacting Cattle and Cotton Reports

By Mobile Courant | May 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, along with U.S. Senator Jerry Moran and a bipartisan group of congressional colleagues, has called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reverse a recent decision to discontinue the publication of certain livestock and crop reports. The discontinued reports include the July Cattle Report, Cotton Objective Yield Survey, and County Estimates for Crops and Livestock, which are essential for livestock and cotton producers in making critical management and financial decisions.In a letter to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, the senators...

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Tuberville Honors Chesca Barnett of Brierfield as May “Veteran of the Month”

By Mobile Courant | May 6, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has recognized U.S. Air Force Airman Chesca Barnett of Brierfield as the May “Veteran of the Month.” In a video released today, Senator Tuberville highlighted Barnett's remarkable journey from the military to her current roles as a pharmacist and educator.Barnett, who initially aspired to become an astronaut, found a new calling after facing medical challenges that altered her career path. Senator Tuberville shared, “Chesca Barnett of Brierfield went to the U.S. Air Force Academy at age 17 thinking that she would one day become an...

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Mobile County in week ending May 4

By Mobile Courant | May 5, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Mobile Courant area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By Mobile Courant | May 5, 2024

These former Mobile Courant area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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Mobile Courant area weekly mass times

By Mobile Courant | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the Mobile Courant coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mobile County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 27

By Mobile Courant | May 3, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mobile County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tuberville: No Student Loan Bailouts for Convicted Antisemitic Protestors

By Mobile Courant | May 3, 2024

Washington – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has teamed up with Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) to introduce the No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act, aimed at preventing convicted pro-Hamas protestors on college campuses from having their student loans forgiven. The move comes amidst escalating antisemitic protests on campuses across the United States."I spent 40 years in education – our college campuses are not daycare facilities," said Senator Tuberville. "You have the right to protest in this country, but you do not have the right to riot, takeover public spaces, or...

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142 coaches at institutions in Mobile County earned $61,913 on average in 2022

By Mobile Courant | May 2, 2024

The highest average coaching salary among institutions in Mobile County during 2022 was $162,122 at University of South Alabama, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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ICYMI: Tuberville Joins “Kudlow” to Discuss Anti-Israel Protests Taking Place on American College Campuses

By Mobile Courant | May 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville recently appeared on Fox Business Network's "Kudlow" to address the Biden administration's response to anti-Israel protests on college campuses. The Senator, along with U.S. Senator Tom Cotton, introduced the No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act to prevent pro-Hamas protestors from having their student loans forgiven if convicted of a crime.During the interview, Tuberville expressed his concerns about the situation on college campuses, stating, "In the northern part of our country and in the blue states the animals are running the zoo. They...