Bay Minette City Council Confirms Al W. Tolbert Jr. as New Police Chief
The Bay Minette City Council has unanimously confirmed Al W. Tolbert Jr. as the city's next police chief, with Tolbert set to take over Nov. 20 following Chief Clarence Crook's…
Baldwin County DA Hallie Dixon Will Not Seek Re-Election
Baldwin County District Attorney Hallie Dixon says she will not seek re-election, setting up an open race for the county's top prosecutor post.
Mobile’s Annunciation Greek Church Opens 53rd Greek Fest Thursday
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Midtown Mobile kicks off its 53rd annual Greek Fest Thursday, with thousands of homemade dinners, church tours and proceeds benefiting local charities like Penelope House…
Mobile Officer Rushes Machete Attack Victim to Hospital as Standoff Ends in Arrest
A Mobile police officer drove a bleeding machete attack victim to USA Medical Center herself, and the suspect was later taken into custody after a nearly four-hour standoff on Emogene…
Mobile County school leaders complete ALICE active-shooter response training
About 100 Mobile County Public School System leaders completed ALICE active-shooter response training at Murphy High School, learning techniques they plan to pass on to teachers and students districtwide.
Gulf Shores Plans Major Expansion of Beach Surveillance Camera Network
Gulf Shores is planning to replace its aging beach camera system with 25 new high-definition cameras, including two with pan-and-zoom capability, in a $49,420.20 upgrade aimed at boosting public safety…
Foley City Council Tackles Packed Agenda With Liquor License, Capital Projects Monday
The Foley City Council convenes Monday, July 20 at Foley City Hall to consider a new restaurant liquor license, capital projects, public hearings on property maintenance, and budget items including…
Deep South Speedway in Loxley Keeps Generations of Racing Families on the Dirt Track
At Deep South Speedway in Loxley, racing families with roots stretching back to the Alabama Gang keep the dirt track's weekly races running across generations.
American Red Cross Blood Drive Set for Orange Beach Adult Fitness Center
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the Orange Beach Adult Fitness Center on July 24, with donors eligible for a movie ticket incentive through the end…
Mobile Man Pens New Book Chronicling His Former Prison Dog’s Journey to Therapy Work
Mobile resident Morris King has written a new book, "Vaquito's Voyage," telling the story of his Labrador retriever's path from a California prison training program to therapy work in Mobile.