Red Skies at night, sailors delight?

Sunset skies with a view of the Sand Island lighthouse near Dauphin Island in Mobile Bay - Alabama.

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#Art #DigitalArt #Lighthouse #Sunset #GulfCoast #MobileAL #Alabama #DauphinIsland #MobileAlabama #CreativeToots #MarkOnArt

Something ddreamy from Alabama's Gulf Coast to meditate on this evening. ☀️💙

The Middle Bay Lighthouse as it looked historically - near Mobile, AL

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#Lighthouse #Art #DigitalArt #GulfCoast #Landscape #MobileAL #MobileAlabama #CreativeToots #MarkOnArt

#NoKings 2.0
(10/18/2025)

#NoKingsAlabama
#MobileAL
#MobileCountyAL

https://bsky.app/profile/dinazirlott.bsky.social/post/3m3ja2sqoy22f

#NoKings 2.0
Saturday, October 18th, 2025

#NoKingsAlabama

#BirminghamAL
#DadevilleAL
#DothanAL
#FairhopeAL
#GuntersvilleAL
#HuntsvilleAL
#MobileAL
#MontgomeryAL
#OxfordAL
#PhenixCityAL
#TuscaloosaAL

Link:
https://www.nokings.org

Also new train service this week: Amtrak "Mardi Gras" between Mobile, AL and New Orleans, LA, 3 hours and 45 minutes.

https://amtrakguide.com/routes/mardi-gras/

#Amtrak #NewOrleans #MardiGras #Rail #Trains #MobileAL

Community Champion Kalla Etheredge

A Bold Voice for Change in Prichard

Head2Toe Magazine is proud to announce our support for Kalla Etheredge. She is a powerhouse community advocate, mother, veteran, and former Prichard City Council candidate. Etheredge is once again stepping forward to serve. After a heartfelt conversation with her, it’s clear that her desire for change is not just talk—it’s a mission rooted in purpose, experience, and service.

Kalla Etheredge is not your typical political candidate. She brings a fresh, independent voice to the table—one that understands how to get things done. Her passion for public service stems from her lived experiences and a lifelong commitment to uplifting vulnerable communities.

Why Kalla Etheredge?

As a nonpartisan candidate and community activist, Etheredge has consistently worked at the grassroots level to promote civic engagement, social justice, and equitable access to resources. Her leadership style is built on collaboration, compassion, and action.

She’s a proven relationship-builder and mobilizer, especially around key issues like:

Education equity
Healthcare access
Social justice reform
Environmental protection

Kalla doesn’t just talk about change—she works tirelessly to make it happen. She navigates complex political systems and unites people behind common goals.

Local and National Impact

Kalla Etheredge’s work has extended far beyond city limits. Her community involvement spans both local and national movements, including:

Community Action Organizers (Mobile, AL) – Aiding Gulf Coast communities during crisis situations and natural disasters, particularly those most economically marginalized.

The Poor People’s Campaign (Mobile, AL & Washington, D.C.) – Mobilizing a fusion coalition to uplift poor and impacted communities. The campaign focuses strongly on Lower Alabama.

Women’s March (Mobile, AL) – Organized a local day of action aligned with the national movement for women’s rights and political empowerment.

Black Feminist Future (Washington, D.C.) – Led over 20,000 citizens in a peaceful march at the steps of the Supreme Court. The march supported reproductive justice.

Professional Experience & Education

With over six years of experience in nonprofit leadership, community organizing, and K-12 education, Etheredge brings a multifaceted approach to her leadership. She currently holds a Master’s Degree in Criminology (with High Distinction). She earned this degree from Loyola University New Orleans and is actively seeking a director-level role in higher education to continue making a difference on a broader scale.

As Program Manager at the Foley Center for Community Service, Etheredge:

Coordinated student recruitment and scheduling
Developed and assessed community-based programs
Provided curriculum support and instruction
Managed the Community ESL program and after-school tutoring for middle school students

Her Vision for Prichard

Kalla’s original campaign, Etheredge for Everyone, was more than a slogan—it was a movement for political education, community unity, accountability, and transparent governance. Those same values continue to guide her platform today.

Now, she’s running to help improve the City of Prichard, focusing on urgent issues like:

Community safety
Transparent leadership
Increased civic engagement
Local government reform

At Head2Toe, we stand with candidates like Kalla Etheredge—bold, visionary, and committed to progress. Prichard deserves leadership that listens, leads with integrity, and isn’t afraid to push for real change.

We believe Kalla is that leader.

#KallaEtheredge #mobileAl #MobileCounty #Politics

"Sunsets are proof that no matter what happens, every day can end beautifully."
- Kristen Butler

Sunset skies behind the Sand Island lighthouse near Mobile, Alabama. 🧡💜

Prints on Etsy (US) and Pixels (Most locations and additional options)

Etsy- https://marktisdaleart.etsy.com/listing/1735386011/sand-island-lighthouse-print-historic

Pixels- https://pixels.markonart.com/featured/mobile-bay-sand-island-lighthouse-alabama-mark-tisdale.html

#Lighthouses #Lighthouse #Alabama #GulfCoast #MobileAL #Sunsets #architecture #Art #DigitalArt #ArtForSale #MastoArt #FediArt #CreativeToots #FediGiftShop #MarkOnArt

#GoodTroubleLivesOn
Thursday, July 17th, 2025

#GTLOAlabama

#AnnistonAL
#AuburnAL
#BirminghamAL
#CenterPointAL
#CullmanAL
#DothanAL
#FairhopeAL
#FortPayneAL
#MobileAL
#MontgomeryAL

Link:
https://goodtroubleliveson.org

Surviving 3.6 4th Annual Wild About Change Fashion Show

Fashion, Healing, and Hope: A Night to Remember in Mobile, Alabama

On May 18, 2025, the city of Mobile, Alabama was moved by more than just fashion — it was touched by the strength, resilience, and stories of mothers who have survived unimaginable loss. Head2Toe Magazine was honored to be invited and to set up a booth at this powerful charity fashion show. Here, fashion met purpose and healing met community.

Fashion for a cause

The annual event, themed Fashion for a Cause, was far more than a stylish evening. It was a heartfelt tribute to surviving mothers, many of whom have endured the pain of losing a child. The show served as a platform to celebrate their strength. Additionally, it raised vital funds for a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping these mothers heal and thrive.

Amazing show energy

From the moment guests arrived, the energy was magnetic. DJ SWAG kept the crowd energized on the 1s and 2s, while a professional photographer captured powerful moments from the red carpet to the runway. VIP guests enjoyed prime seating. Meanwhile, all attendees were treated to a full sensory experience — from a delicious catered spread to custom cocktails served by a skilled bartender.

The models

As models graced the runway, each ensemble told a silent story of strength and solidarity. The fashion wasn’t just beautiful — it was meaningful. The evening reminded everyone present that fashion can be a vehicle for change. Moreover, community support can be the runway to recovery.

Head2Toe Magazine was proud to stand alongside survivors, supporters, and changemakers in such a meaningful way. Events like this are exactly why we do what we do. We aim to amplify voices that deserve to be heard and shine a light on stories that matter.

Surviving 3.6

Surviving 3.6, Inc. is a heartfelt nonprofit dedicated to supporting mothers who have lost a child through tragedy. The organization’s name—“3.6”—honors a pivotal moment. At 4:21 a.m. on March 6, 2017, founder Tammy White Steele received the devastating call that her 22-year-old daughter, Tamara “Tammy” White, had been tragically murdered.

Out of that darkness, a vow was born. Drawing on a childhood “pinky promise” between Tamara and her friends, Tammy pledged to walk alongside other bereaved mothers. She vowed not letting them endure grief alone. That commitment became Surviving 3.6, formally founded in 2020.

✅ Mission & Core Values

Emotional support: Peer-led groups, counseling, and community meetings like “Mommas and Mocktails” offer safe spaces for mothers to share, remember, and heal together.

Financial assistance: Helping with funeral costs—up to $500 for burial, or $250 for cremation—to relieve the economic burden during crisis.

Advocacy: Working to ensure legal accountability for violent crimes, while pushing for policies that protect grieving families

Their overarching mission: “create a community where grieving mothers can find solace, understanding, and the strength to rebuild their lives”

✅ Program and Services

Mommas and Mocktails
A bi-monthly gathering designed to foster true connection and healing. During this event, mothers remember their children in a judgment-free environment.

Support Networks
Peer-based and professionally supported meetings where shared experience becomes a source of comfort and hope.

Practical Assistance
Direct funeral aid—managed through funeral homes and cemetery services—to cover burial or cremation expenses, with eligibility based on existing outstanding balances.

Guidance and Resources
Providing counseling referrals, planning assistance, and connections to local services. These resources help mothers navigate all aspects of their grief journey.

✅ Leadership & Structure

Surviving 3.6 is wholly run by volunteers and professional staff, led by:
Tammy White Steele, Founder & Executive Director

A supportive team including program, sponsorship, and community engagement coordinators, counselors, and event planners.

✅ Why It Matters

Mothers experiencing the death of a child face intense emotional turmoil—grief compounded by logistical hurdles. Surviving 3.6 addresses both:
Emotional healing: Reducing isolation through heartfelt peer connections and counseling.
Financial relief: Easing immediate expenses to allow focus on mourning.
Empowerment through advocacy: Ensuring victims’ families have a voice in justice and policy.
Their work honors loss by building resilience, restoring hope, and ensuring no mother must walk through grief alone.

To donate to Surviving 3.6 please visit https://www.surviving36.org/

#blackWomen #fashion #fashionShow #mobileAl #surviving36Inc

New #amtrak #train service between #MobileAL and #NewOrleans soon along the #GulfCoast? https://www.sunherald.com/news/business/article289583652.html

Via @classicryan17@x