Mobile Detailed Annexation Service Plans in 2008
In March 2008, Mobile Mayor Sam Jones said the city was following through on public-safety commitments for recently annexed areas near Schillinger Road and Mobile Terrace.
FAA Sent $3.28 Million to Four Southwest Alabama Airports
Mobile Regional, Atmore Municipal, Dauphin Island and Bay Minette Municipal airports shared more than $3.28 million in federal aviation grants for sprinklers, security fencing and runway protection zones.
Mayor Sam Jones Liked Mobile’s Hand as the ThyssenKrupp Decision Neared
With a $2.9 billion steel mill decision expected within days, Mobile Mayor Sam Jones told a civic club he would not trade places with Louisiana, and laid out where the…
What a US Airways Takeover of Delta Would Mean at Mobile Regional Airport
With US Airways pursuing an $8 billion hostile bid for Delta in late 2006, Mobile Regional Airport's marketing director weighed better connections against the risk of higher fares and less…
New Concessionaire Bets $1.5 Million on Mobile Regional Airport Dining
The Hudson Group agreed to spend $1.5 million rebuilding food service at Mobile Regional Airport, replacing a predecessor criticized for shutting down while passengers were still in the terminal.
Mobile Regional Airport Awarded a 15-Year Food and Newsstand Concessions Contract
In February 2006, Mobile Regional Airport awarded a 15-year concessions contract for newsstands, restaurants and bars, promising travelers Quiznos, a Chart Room bar and a Carpe Diem cafe.
Shelby Announced More Than $10 Million for Mobile-Area Projects in 2006 Spending Bill
U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby announced in October 2005 that the Senate-passed FY 2006 transportation and housing spending bill carried more than $10 million for Mobile-area projects, including the State Docks…
Will Delta’s Simplified Fares Finally Reach Mobile? The Airport’s Marketing Chief Explains
After Delta announced it would take its simplified-fare experiment nationwide in January 2005, Mobile Airport Authority marketing chief Marc Pelham explained what cheaper tickets would mean for local travelers.