Prichard Sought a Place in Gulf Coast Restoration Funding Decisions
In March 2018, Prichard leaders said the city had been left out of $315 million in Gulf Coast restoration awards and called for a fairer process.
Mardi Gras Park Opened in Downtown Mobile in 2018
After more than a year of construction, Mardi Gras Park opened to the public in downtown Mobile in January 2018.
Mobile Unveils Proposed Budget With Raises, District Funding
Mayor Sandy Stimpson's proposed city budget includes employee raises and millions in capital funding spread across Mobile's seven council districts.
Fallen Heroes Memorial at Battleship Park Nears Completion, Still Needs Funding
A long-planned 9/11 memorial at Battleship Park is on pace for a September dedication, but organizers say roughly $50,000 more is needed to finish it.
Baldwin County Pre-K Programs Set to Expand to 25 Sites With New Grant Funding
Baldwin County pre-K programs grew to 25 sites in 2015 with new state grant funding, including a first-ever classroom at Orange Beach Elementary.
Byrne Points to Gulf Energy Revenue as Funding Source for I-10 Bridge
Rep. Bradley Byrne says Gulf oil and gas revenue sharing could help pay for the proposed I-10 Bridge and Bayway expansion in Mobile.
Baldwin County Schools Weigh Funding Options After Tax Vote Defeat
Baldwin County school leaders held a public listening session on alternative funding ideas after voters rejected new property taxes for schools.
Mobile Opera Artistic Director Steps Down Amid Funding Cuts
Mobile Opera's longtime artistic director has resigned after budget cuts forced the arts organization to restructure how it operates.
Mobile City Council Resolves HUD Funding Dispute, OKs Mowing Contracts
Mobile City Council approved a $3.3 million HUD funding plan after a dispute over neighborhood projects was resolved through talks with city staff.
Byrne Opposes Gas Tax Hike as Mobile Bay Bridge Funding Looms
Rep. Bradley Byrne opposed a federal gas tax hike even as funding questions loom over the proposed new I-10 bridge crossing Mobile Bay near Mobile.