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What does it mean to "Sail Under a Black Flag?" To us, it's all about attitude, where failure is not an option. No excuses. We specialize in crisis communications, government relations and public relations.

In the midst of a crisis? Need help? Don't know where to turn or what (if anything) to say? Contact us now. We stand ready to spit on our hands and run up the Black Flag. info@blackflagcommunications.com or 251.753.6921 ... See MoreSee Less

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The MAERSK HURON passes Middle Bay Lighthouse as she steams down the Mobile Ship Channel toward the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Patterned after Chesapeake Bay lighthouses, Middle Bay Light began operations on Dec. 1, 1885. ... See MoreSee Less

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While we work with a number of Fortune 500/50/1 companies, Black Flag Communications also works with smaller clients on both an emergency response/project and retainer basis. Examples have included numerous law firms, quasi-government entities, consulting firms and 501(c)(3)s such as the Triangle Conservancy, for which we developed the corporate identity and website and handle all social media.

In the midst of a crisis? Just want to be prepared? Contact us today at info@blackflagcommunications.com or (251) 753-6921. ... See MoreSee Less

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Mobilians love their parades. With no Mardi Gras celebrations held in 2021, there is a pent-up desire for "Tardy Gras." As part of Commissioning Week for the future USS MOBILE (LCS 26), parade-lovers will be treated to an extravagant parade Friday night. Come out to celebrate the newest addition to the Navy's Fleet!WE LOVE A PARADE! To celebrate the commissioning of the future USS MOBILE (LCS 26), a Mardi Gras-style parade consisting of 29 floats, seven marshals on horseback, and six marching bands will roll through the streets of downtown Mobile starting at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 21.

The parade route follows Church Street from Claiborne to Royal, north on Royal to the Battle House Hotel, where it will turn west on St. Francis St. to Conception, south on Conception to Government St., then west on Government to S. Washington Ave. to Canal St.

The parade promises to be one of the biggest ever to roll in Mobile and will feature more floats than any nighttime combination of parades in Mobile during Mardi Gras 2020. For those who can't make it out, the parade will be broadcast live on WJTC-TV UTV 44 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Stick around for a spectacular fireworks display over the Mobile River starting at 9:30 p.m. and celebrate the Navy's newest warship! ... See MoreSee Less

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It is a rare event for a ship to be built and commissioned in its namesake city... so rare, in fact, that when she is commissioned this coming Saturday, USS MOBILE (LCS 26) will become only the second U.S. Navy ship in service to be able to make that claim.

Black Flag Communications is pleased to be working with the Commissioning Committee on this historic event.It's COMMISSIONING WEEK! There are a number of activities planned for the ship's crew this week, plus they'll be busy rehearsing for the commissioning itself. We look forward to welcoming crew members' families as they arrive.

For the general public, there are several ways to celebrate:

1. Catch a spectacular Mardi Gras-style parade downtown starting at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 21. There will be 29 floats and more than 35 participating units!

2. Don't miss the fireworks over Mobile River starting at 9:30 p.m., Friday night and

3. Watch the commissioning live on your computer, laptop or mobile device at beginning at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, May 22. ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

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Given the current situation, the Dept. of State has issued a travel warning for Israel.

Rockets continue to impact the Gaza periphery and areas across southern and central Israel. Flights to and from airports in Israel may be suspended, canceled with little or no warning, or rerouted by the Israeli government at any time. U.S. citizens in Israel are encouraged to contact their airline directly for the most up to date information.

Has your business been impacted by events in the Middle East? How are you communicating with your customers? What are you saying to your vendors? Black Flag Communications can assist with crisis communications.

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See Black Flag director Scott Rye's latest on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/pulse/… ... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago

The importance of strategic patience

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As much as we communicators like to think of ourselves as miracle workers, we are still bound by the laws of physics, time and space. Results take time, and we must be willing to be honest with client...

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Today is World Malaria Day. Twenty years ago, ExxonMobil began a program to protect workers, their families and local communities in Chad and Cameroon. That has since developed into a global initiative to help strengthen health systems to better prevent, diagnose and treat malaria, thanks in part to ExxonMobil's more than $170 million in contributions to the effort. #WorldMalariaDay2021 #MakingADifference #EndMalariaNow https://energyfactor.exxonmobil.com/projects/… ... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago

World Malaria Day 2021: Celebrating 20 years of partnerships and progress - Energy Factor

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Thanks to the dedication and hard work of the global health community, the world has made significant advancements in the fight against malaria over the last two decades.

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Having had to take anti-malarials for more than a year and having seen the disease's effects on children in East Africa, we understand the great need to end malaria now. While mortality rates have fallen 60% over the last 20 years, malaria annually accounts for some 400,000 deaths globally and is the sixth-leading cause of death in low-income countries.

The 505-foot RO/RO vessel VILLE DE BORDEAUX, photographed yesterday as she made her way up the Mobile Ship Channel. The French-flagged ship was designed specifically to transport components of Airbus aircraft assembled in Mobile. Neat stuff! Photo by David R Black, shot at a distance of approx. five miles. ... See MoreSee Less

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