Federal Prosecutors Drop Remaining Tax Charges Against Mobile County’s Kim Hastie
Federal prosecutors moved to dismiss remaining tax charges against Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie after a string of courtroom losses.
Mobile Council Delays Vote on Handing History Museum to Nonprofit Board
Mobile city leaders postponed a vote on turning management of the History Museum of Mobile over to its board, a move that would lay off 19 city employees.
Mobile Council Weighs $210,000 Deal to Keep History Museum Staff Paid Through Board Transition
The Mobile City Council is considering a $210,000 contract to fund History Museum of Mobile employees through September as a new independent board takes over operations, part of a broader…
Three Candidates Vie for Vacant Mobile County District Judge Seat
Gov. Robert Bentley has 90 days to choose among three finalists recommended to fill a vacant Mobile County District Court judgeship this year.
Mobile Councilwoman Bess Rich Responds on the Uber Legislation Controversy
After the Mobile City Council’s debate over ride-sharing rules drew intense public attention, Councilwoman Bess Rich offered a detailed response to questions about her role in the controversy. The dispute…
Baldwin Commissioner Frank Burt Opposes New Park Rental Fees
Baldwin County Commissioner Frank Burt is pushing back against proposed rental fees for two North Baldwin parks and a historic Stockton-area church.
Fairhope Weighs Cost of Studying an Independent School System
Fairhope's City Council agreed to price out a study on breaking away from the Baldwin County school system after voters rejected a tax hike.
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.
Mobile County Internship Program Sends 55 Young Adults Into Local Workforce
Fifty-five young adults completed the Mobile County Job Internship Program this summer, gaining hands-on workplace experience with about 50 local businesses and, in some cases, landing permanent jobs.
Mobile County Sells Downtown Parking Garage for $3 Million
The Mobile County Commission has agreed to sell its downtown parking garage near Government Plaza for $3 million, while also extending its option to buy land for a proposed soccer…