Mobile and Baldwin County Students Named to 2014 Top Academic Team
High school counselors across Mobile and Baldwin counties nominated top scholars for a regional academic recognition team in 2014.
‘Dolly Parton Bridge’ Repairs on I-65 Tracking Toward July 15 Finish
Repairs to the I-65 Gen. W.K. Wilson Jr. Bridge, known locally as the Dolly Parton Bridge, remain on pace for July 15.
Gulf Shores and Dauphin Island Beaches Earn National ‘Superstar’ Water-Quality Honor
Two Gulf Shores beaches and the public beach on Dauphin Island were named national water-quality 'superstars' in an annual study, ranking among the cleanest of thousands of coastal beaches nationwide.
Tuscaloosa Man Charged in Baldwin County Gang Killing Found Dead
A man indicted in a Baldwin County motorcycle-gang killing was found dead at his father's home, with investigators awaiting autopsy results.
Mobile City Council Approves $18,500 for Fourth of July Fireworks in 6-1 Vote
The Mobile City Council voted 6-1 on Wednesday to spend $18,500 on the city's Independence Day fireworks, even as officials signaled they may seek private help to fund future displays.
Baldwin County School Board Approves $4 Million in Raises, New Hires
The Baldwin County school board approved more than $4 million in employee raises and new hires during a June 2014 meeting.
Mobile Wine Shop to Move Into Former True Midtown Kitchen Space on Dauphin Street
A midtown Mobile wine shop and eatery has signed a lease to more than double its size, moving into the closing True Midtown Kitchen space.
Mobile and Baldwin County Schools Roundup: Free Lunches, Electric Cars and Campus Growth
A June 2014 look at Mobile and Baldwin County school news: free lunches for all, an electric car contest, and campus expansion updates.
Elberta Man Facing $1 Million Bond Seeks Reduction After Marijuana Bust
An Elberta man held on a $1 million bond after a marijuana growing operation was found at his home sought a reduction to $25,000.
Baldwin County Schools Push Families to Beat July 6 Online Registration Deadline
Baldwin County schools remind parents of returning students to complete online registration before the July 6 deadline.