Mobile County Schools Allocated $33 Million for Construction in 2009
The Mobile County School Board allocated $33 million in mostly stimulus-funded construction work in 2009, including renovations at B.C. Rain and Scarborough schools.
Prichard Challenged City Pension Plan in 2009 Court Filing
In a 2009 response to a lawsuit from retired workers, Prichard argued that the statute establishing its pension plan was unconstitutional while retirees awaited expected payments.
Tim James Brings His Campaign for Governor to a Mobile Living Room
Republican candidate for governor Tim James was the beneficiary of an October 2009 reception in Mobile's Delwood neighborhood, with former U.S. Rep. Sonny Callahan among the special guests.
Senior Bowl Reached Long-Term Mobile Agreement in 2009
Senior Bowl officials and the Ladd-Peebles Stadium board reached a proposed long-term agreement in October 2009 to keep the annual game in Mobile through 2018.
Theodore Fleet-Service Business Reopened After 2009 Arson Fire
After an August 2009 arson fire destroyed three Theodore automotive businesses, American Fleet Service reopened at a new location while its owner faced layoffs and financial strain.
Senior Bowl Reached Deal to Remain in Mobile for 2010
Mobile and Senior Bowl officials reached a 2009 agreement to keep the 2010 game at Ladd-Peebles Stadium while negotiations continued on a longer contract.
Mobile County Reported Its First H1N1 Death in 2009
Alabama public-health officials reported Mobile County's first H1N1 influenza death in October 2009 as the state announced four deaths linked to the virus.
Prichard Council Approved Electronic Bingo Ordinance in 2009
The Prichard City Council approved an electronic bingo ordinance in September 2009, setting off debate over revenue, pensions and the measure’s legality.
Prichard Responded to 2009 Trash-Collection Complaint
After a Prichard resident reported that trash had not been collected on her street for more than two months, the city said it would complete pickup by the following Monday.
Mississippi Delta Mystery Writer Carolyn Haines Talks Craft, Community From Her Semmes Home
Mystery novelist Carolyn Haines, a University of South Alabama creative writing instructor who lives in Semmes, discusses her Mississippi Delta mystery series, an upcoming blues-themed anthology, and her advice for…