Baldwin Jury Convicts David Coombs of Capital Murder
After a nearly three-week trial in Bay Minette, a Baldwin County jury deliberated just 75 minutes before convicting David Coombs of capital murder in the 2009 robbery and shooting of…
Your Guide to Mobile-Area Holiday Events: Lights, Concerts and Parades
The city of Mobile, founded in 1702, sits at the head of Mobile Bay on the Gulf Coast and serves as the regional hub for much of southwest Alabama. From…
Newcomb to Endorse Green in Baldwin County District Attorney Runoff
Baldwin County District Attorney Judy Newcomb, eliminated in the primary, prepared to back David Green over her former chief assistant Hallie Dixon in the July 13 Republican runoff.
Orlando Bethel Challenges Sheriff Hoss Mack in 2010 Baldwin County GOP Primary on Constitutional Rights Platform
Republican Orlando Bethel ran against incumbent Baldwin County Sheriff Huey 'Hoss' Mack in 2010, campaigning on deputy accountability, jail reforms and expanded courtroom transparency grounded in his Christian faith and…
Business Council Backs Bonner as Grassroots Caucus Lines Up Behind Challenger
The Business Council of Alabama endorsed U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner for re-election while the Independence Caucus announced its support for challenger Peter Gounares ahead of the June 1 primary.
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Congressional Challenger Works the Coast as GOP Primary Campaigns Intensify
Peter Gounares carried his challenge to U.S. Rep. Jo Bonner across five counties, Bradley Byrne called a news conference in Orange Beach, and Luther Strange lined up Mobile money.
Newcomer Outraises the Field in Baldwin County District Attorney’s Race
Magnolia Springs attorney David Green raised more than his three Republican rivals combined and enters the final six weeks with nearly twice the cash of incumbent Judy Newcomb.
Baldwin County Forum Examined Proposed School Sales Tax in 2010
Baldwin County residents and school leaders discussed a proposed one-cent sales-tax referendum at a Bay Minette forum in March 2010, focusing on jobs, spending priorities and accountability.
Baldwin School Leaders Warned of Possible Closures During 2009 Budget Crisis
Baldwin County school leaders warned in November 2009 that more layoffs and possible school closures could follow without relief from the district’s budget crisis.
Baldwin County Examined Toll Road Option for I-65-to-I-10 Connector
Baldwin County officials explored a toll-road option in 2009 for a proposed $300 million connector between Interstate 65 and Interstate 10.