Clarke County Commissioner Moye Named to National Policy Panel
Clarke County Commissioner Tyrone Moye has been appointed to a National Association of Counties policy steering committee focused on economic and workforce development.
Mobile Council Weighs New Rules to Protect Downtown Oak Trees
After nine oak trees were cleared for a new downtown hotel, Mobile city leaders are exploring stronger rules to keep it from happening again.
Jerry Carl Takes Over as Mobile County Commission President
Mobile County Commissioner Jerry Carl has taken over as commission president, a rotating role that adds new board duties tied to BP settlement funds.
Daphne Planning Commission Approves New Dunkin’ Donuts, VW-Kia Dealership
Daphne planners approved a second Dunkin' Donuts location and a new Volkswagen-Kia dealership as commercial growth continues along Alabama 181.
Baldwin County Weighs Merging Eastern Shore Transportation Planning Group Into Regional Commission
Baldwin County officials are considering folding the Eastern Shore's transportation planning organization into a Mobile-based regional commission.
Fairhope Developer Distributes Communist Manifesto Excerpt at Baldwin Commission Meeting
A Fairhope developer handed out excerpts of the Communist Manifesto during public comment on Baldwin County's contested school tax referendum.
Baldwin County School Tax Referendum Draws Heated Debate at Commission Meeting
Baldwin County residents clashed over a $350 million school tax referendum during a heated county commission meeting.
Mobile County Commission Eyes Jail Expansion After $7 Million Budget Surplus
Mobile County officials are considering a feasibility study on expanding the county jail after finance officials reported a roughly $7 million surplus.
Baldwin County Commission Approves Belforest Rezoning Over Neighbors’ Objections
Baldwin County commissioners approved a rezoning near Route 181 for a lawnmower sales and storage business, despite objections from Rebel Road residents.
Baldwin County Commission Rejects $285,000 Wrongful-Termination Settlement
Baldwin County commissioners rejected a $285,000 settlement in a wrongful-termination lawsuit, sending the case back to court for further consideration.