Consultant Report Flagged Deferred Maintenance at Mobile-Owned Buildings
A 2018 consultant review found that 40% of Mobile-owned properties were rated poor or worse, highlighting years of deferred maintenance.
Baldwin County Approves New Rental Fees for Historic Park Facilities
Baldwin County commissioners approved new rental fees for a historic church and pavilions at Bicentennial Park and Live Oak Landing park sites.
Mobile County School Board Spends About $1 Million on Land for Citronelle High, Lott Middle
The Mobile County school board approved about $1 million in land purchases near Lott Middle and Citronelle High schools, part of a broad construction and renovation program in Citronelle.
Mobile County School Board Rejected Taser Proposal in 2009
The Mobile County School Board voted 3-2 against allowing school security personnel to carry Tasers in 2009 after a public debate over student safety and campus security.
Some Mobile Public Pools Remained Closed for Repairs in 2009
Several Mobile public pools remained closed after Memorial Day in 2009 while the city addressed federal safety requirements and repairs estimated at about $25,000 per pool.
Mobile Watched Possibility of a Split Tanker Contract in 2008
Archived WKRG coverage explored the possibility of a split Air Force tanker contract as Mobile awaited the 2008 decision.
Saraland Planned New High School After 2007 School-System Split
Saraland school leaders outlined a new high school campus and transition plans in 2007 as the city prepared to separate from the Mobile County school system.
Mobile Metro Jail Replaced Failed Air-Conditioning Units in 2007
In August 2007, Mobile County moved to replace two failed Metro Jail air-conditioning units as heat affected inmates and about 230 employees.