🌱 A Win For Aviation Workers + HS Football Classic Returns

Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Let's get this day started. Here's everything you need to know in town today.

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First, today's weather:

A strong afternoon t-storm. High: 82 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories today in Mobile:

1. This week, the US Department of Labor sided with Mobile aviation workers in a pay dispute with their Kentucky-based employer. The workers will receive over $500,000 in back pay and damages. "Using per diem pay practices to avoid or reduce overtime owed to employees is illegal," said Wage and Hour Division District Director Kenneth Stripling in Birmingham, Alabama. (NBC 15 WPMI)
2. This December, the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Football Game makes its triumphant return to Hancock Whitney Stadium. Local officials say the event will generate significant economic activity. The game will take place on Dec. 10 at Hancock Whitney Stadium at noon.(AL.com)
3. In nearby Baldwin County, an infamous stretch of U.S. Highway 31 is set to receive a much-needed renovation through the Federal Highway Safety Improvement Grant program. Local officials expect the $560,000 project to be completed by 2023. "We now begin with the utility relocation phase... and then we'll go into the construction phase where the actual road will be re-aligned," said Baldwin County Engineer Joey Nunnally. (UTV 44)

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Today in Mobile:

• Knit & Crochet at West Regional Library (2:00 PM)
• Wacky Wednesdays! at Mobile Public Library (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Plan your future or just fantasize with Patch's latest Mobile Area Real Estate Roundup. Find a new dwelling or a tract of open land in the latest selections at the link. (Mobile Patch)
• The Mobile County Public School System reminds students that if they or their classmates feel bullied, they can get help via the Mobile County District Attorney's Office "BullyBlocker" program. The program allows users to leave anonymous tips via their phones. (NBC 15 WPMI)
• As part of Mobile's war on litter, City Hall is distributing its Environmental Education Program Guide to area middle schools. Check out the link to view the whole guide. (NBC 15 WPMI)

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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.