Poarch Creek Indians Sue Escambia County Official Over Trust Land Taxes
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians sued Escambia County's tax assessor, alleging unlawful attempts to tax tribal trust land near Atmore's Wind Creek.
Governor, Four Congressmen Set to Dedicate New Fairhope Aviation Academy
Alabama's governor and four current and former congressmen are set to dedicate a new $2.7 million aviation training academy in Fairhope this weekend.
Timber Deal, Bounced Checks Take Center Stage in Hastie Tax Evasion Trial
Testimony on the second day of a federal tax evasion trial focused on a timber deal tied to Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie's family.
Fairhope Enters National ‘America in Bloom’ Beautification Competition
Fairhope is competing in the 2015 America in Bloom program, hosting national judges who will tour the city's parks, gardens and historic districts.
Orange Beach Officials Rebuke Wharf Over Widespread Panic Booking
Orange Beach leaders criticized The Wharf's decision to book jam band Widespread Panic, citing past strain on police and fire resources.
Thomas Hospital Proposes South Alabama’s First Free-Standing ER in Daphne
Thomas Hospital has applied to build south Alabama's first free-standing emergency department in Daphne, backed by a unanimous city council endorsement.
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.
Mobile County License Commissioner’s Tax Trial Set to Open Without Key Defense Attorney
Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie heads to federal trial on tax evasion charges after her defense attorney recused himself from the case.
Baldwin County Opens Search for New Circuit Judge After Wilters’ Retirement
Baldwin County has launched a public selection process to fill a circuit judge vacancy following Judge Robert Wilters' announced retirement in June.
South Baldwin County Officials Weigh Next Steps on New Regional Jail
A completed feasibility study shows south Baldwin County needs a new regional jail, with officials from Foley, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach reviewing options.