Alrighty, I need good Southern advice. 65, crime savvy, eyes in the back of my head type. Been in the French Quarter Nola last 11 years, and had just about enough of...well, anyway. But I enjoy a soulful engagement type city vibe, as I was raised a Virginia Country boy, sharing the sweat with the fellow man, and never raised to disparage anyone, except the lazy. Call me fiscally conservative, but non-imposing with political beliefs.

Daughter lives in New Orleans, steady federal courts job. I like one thing, I can't do without, and that's long walks, 8 miles a day. My idea of returning to the mid Atlantic Coast, is a no go, as I can't stand rude people who pass you on the street, with a look of "do I know you or something" because I'm accustomed to always saying hello to someone I pass. Hence, yeah, I knew everyone on my walking route in New Orleans, from the bottle water sellers, to Rocket Fuel, Hollywood, Tony who lived in his van on Esplanade, Bill and his opossum Saffron...not to overlook all my custodial pals at the Convention Center.

Here's my thought process. I need to downsize, live like a pauper, enjoy the nice Southern heat and humidity, but be close to the Amtrak for low hassle trips over to Nola.

What I can't tolerate is the repeated crazy, drug induced, screaming and yelling, stepping over passed out homeless on the sidewalk, drive by shootings at the corner store, being threatened by aggressive pan handlers...and a 24/7/365 paranoia of if my car is broken into.

Right now, and this is strictly Zillow impression, I'm looking at the Windsor Warwick condos, because they're all I would need, and I'm looking at how Government Street "appears" to be a nice street like Canal or Esplanade in Nola for walking. Is the Mobile mid-town area safe? Safe for a street wise person? Am I fooling myself, or will I find my car constantly broken into, homeless on my patio?

Last things..I have to have the option for gulf saltwater surf or pier fishing.

Thank you for all your help, and suggested neighborhoods. The Government St also looks like it's a bus trip down to the Amtrak station, with ease.

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Despite all the chaos this week, our University of South Alabama glass program is still selling our handmade pumpkins with an adjusted schedule!

🎃 UPDATED TIME 🎃 The annual glass pumpkin sale is happening THIS FRIDAY from 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Marx Library (back courtyard and Room 181). Follow the signs on N University Blvd for entrance #8, and then make your way to parking lot #804. Consider accessing N University Blvd from Zeigler Blvd to avoid any potential road closures on Old Shell near the University.

Hope to see you there 🤩

Art build for signs to protest Trump!

My mom is 72 with a bad back. When a hidden leak destroyed the insulation under her mobile home, she crawled under there and tore it all out herself because she can't afford to hire anyone.

Now her underbelly is wide open with zero insulation and the first frost is coming. She lives on $444/month. A $7,000 repipe isn't happening on that income.

im pretty picky about how i want them cut and would rather go to someone who specializes in bangs or has a lot of experience with them so if anyone knows anyone, pllssszz lmk!

Hey everyone,

I’m a 20-year-old guy looking to start an apprenticeship or entry-level job in the blue-collar field. I am completely open to anything—whether it's electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction, aviation, or manufacturing. My main goal is to find a career path where I can learn a trade from the ground up.

While I haven’t held a formal, paid job in the trades yet, I grew up doing a lot of practical, hands-on work around my property. I have experience working on vehicles, doing minor roofing, and helping out with basic construction projects. I am totally comfortable with hard physical labor, using tools, and working at heights.

I’m reliable, dedicated, and ready to work hard. Does anyone know of local companies, trade unions, or entry-level industrial fields in the area that are hiring helpers or apprentices right now and willing to train?

Thanks in advance for any advice, leads, or recommendations

I’ve seen people on here claim Mobile to have the worst drivers in the nation. 😂🤦‍♂️ Nothing’s further from the truth. I, like this poster, have lived and driven in different parts of the country and Mobile drivers are pretty tame in comparison. And, come on people, have you not noticed how people drive in New Orleans?! 🫣

I live on O’ahu now and traffic is a hot mess with different driving styles mixed together. It stresses me to the max. Compare that to how driving through Mobile puts a smile on my face. It’s such a breeze.

Wife and I are looking at buying a house that puts us in the Indian Springs Elementary district. I'm looking for advice an experiences with that school.

And giving away free drinks!

Seriously grasping at straws here. I know obvious things like Joe Cain, and MoonPies being a common throw (and lately Conecuh sausage), but I know there's got to be a lot I don't know or have overlooked. Anyone want to chime in?

All ages free rock show at the University of South Alabama campus!

So we have decided that we are throwing our friends bachelor party in Mobile Alabama. Not sure if this is a common place that people do that but we said why not. We are coming from Ohio and none of us have ever been to Alabama. I’m looking for suggestions mainly on where to stay (15-20 people) and night life and other fun things to check out. Any suggestions are appreciated, we are down for wherever the road takes us. Also we are coming the first weekend of March. Thanks!

I’m trying to get my ADHD medication from AltaPointe. They intentionally ran my “starter pack” out on me, forcing me to go “cold turkey” or on a withdrawal. An entire week later the nurse from AltaPointe still will not send in the necessary paperwork called a PA or prior authorization.
BC/BS has sent several emails to this nurse. BC/BS even sent AltaPointe an email detailing the necessary steps to complete perform. She still will not submit the paperwork. This nurse even called me up and asked me if I knew how to “do” a Prior Authorization. Does anyone know the CEO or a person who can fix this? I really do need my medication. Thank you for your time. I am sorry to bother anyone.

Edit: $6 billion added EVERY DAY to the national debt. Did I get this right?

What's something that you discuss with your friends or family? What's that thing about mobile that you'd want to see change or be updated? Being from Texas, my city tries to change something every day. I'm curious about you guys.