Baldwin County Schools Chief Robbie Owen Talks Growth, Tech and Tax Referendum
Baldwin County Superintendent Robbie Owen discusses school growth, the Digital Renaissance program and a March property tax vote.
Baldwin County Schools Unveil $350 Million Wish List to Handle Explosive Growth
Baldwin County school officials outlined a $350 million capital plan and possible tax referendum to keep up with fast-growing enrollment.
Shoe Station Founder Reflects on 30 Years of Growth from Mobile Roots
Mobile entrepreneur Terry Barkin built Shoe Station from a single Bel Air Boulevard store in 1984 into an 18-store regional chain.
Mobile’s Woofstock Draws Thousands for Costumed Dogs and a Good Cause
Thousands of dogs and their owners packed downtown Mobile's Bienville Square for the 10th annual Woofstock fundraiser and costume contest.
Lt. Gov. Ivey Tours Austal USA Shipyard in Mobile, Touts Job Growth
Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey toured Mobile's Austal USA shipyard, highlighting Navy shipbuilding work and thousands of local jobs.
Baldwin County Schools Survey Parents on Growth, Possible Tax Hike
Baldwin County school officials are phoning hundreds of parents to gauge support for new buildings and a possible property tax increase amid growth.
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.
Spanish Fort Mayor Expected to Step Aside, Clearing a Path for Mike McMillan
With Mayor Joe Bonner not expected to seek re-election, Spanish Fort City Councilman Mike McMillan confirmed his own run for mayor, backed by the endorsements of three former mayors.
Mobile International Festival Drew Crowds in 2009
Hundreds attended the 26th annual Mobile International Festival at the Civic Center in 2009, celebrating cultures through food, song and dance.
Wind Creek Casino and Hotel Raised Development Hopes in Atmore in 2008
The construction of Wind Creek Casino and Hotel in Atmore raised expectations in 2008 for tourism, interstate-exit development and new business activity near Interstate 65.