More Southern Souls
I have built cardboard cartoons for 30 years. Almost everything is a creative act
“I grew up in Florence, across the river from Muscle Shoals. I went to Auburn and majored in beer and girls. It turns...
I grew up in Mobile and make Mardi Gras bead art
“We were throwing beads on the lowest branch of my oak tree with friends to decorate for Yardi Gras. I am an artist...
Many downtown businesses depend on Mardi Gras to survive the rest of the year
“I have bartended at Haley's for almost nine years, but I started bartending in college. It was a way to make the most...
We have met more of our neighbors since we posted the sign and started decorating
“My roommate vacationed in Mobile and wanted to live here. He lived in Birmingham, and I lived in Atlanta. He kept...
Our family has had this business for more than 65 years
“My dad worked for Brookley Field and had a partner, Johnny Pruitt. They named it Brookley Radio and TV. They worked...
Remembering Rennie Brabner
Rennie Brabner passed away on April 8, 2020 from complications due to COVID-19. His wife, Mary Ann, and children Laura...
I was 12 years old and didn’t pay much attention to the names on the friend requests
“I was the girl next door. I came from a loving home, was involved in church and went to a good school. I was elected...
I bought this bar on Dauphin Street 20 years ago
"I grew up in Saraland and have worked in food and beverage since I was a kid waiting tables and tending bars. I...
I have been homeless for two months with my three girls
"I have been homeless for two months with my three daughters. One of my girls was molested by my stepfather. DHR got...
When Mike was feeling bad from COVID, he put a sign on the door that said ‘went home sick.’ A month later, he went home to be with the Lord
"Mke and I married on June 13, 2020. He passed away from COVID on December 21. It is hard to believe he is gone. I...
There is something cool and different about this city and I hope my murals add to that
"I have been making signs for about 20 years. I got into hand-painted, old school lettering and it took off. I opened...
I want to give foster kids something to hold on to as they move between homes
“We have three biological children, but became foster parents when we were thinking about adoption. We met with DHR...