Port City Classic Funding Reconsidered | Mobile News

Mobile’s city council and NAACP leaders are rallying to reinstate funding for the Port City Classic, a beloved event spotlighting Historically Black Colleges and Universities since 2023. Originally cut from the mayor’s $404 million budget, the festival—which has drawn over $1.55 million in support since its inception—is now under threat of total elimination, down from just $52,000 this year. Advocates argue the event isn’t just about football—it fuels student athletes and strengthens community ties. With past funding records from 2016 cited (though details remain murky), the push continues to preserve HBCU legacy and opportunity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d03b0e5055e68aa