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Bridge Name Battle in Alabama | Huntsville News
Alabama’s new $3.2 billion bridge over the Mobile River is sparking a musical showdown: State Senator Chris Elliott wants it named after Jimmy Buffett, celebrating the Gulf Coast legend’s deep ties to the region, while GOP politicians push for “The Donald J. Trump Bridge,” calling it the “Gateway to the Gulf of America.” With construction set to begin before Halloween and tolls expected at $7.70 one-way, lawmakers must decide — should the bridge honor a beloved local icon or a national figure? The final call rests with the Alabama Legislature, with locals in Mobile and Baldwin counties likely…
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