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.
Hybrid Auto Plant Proposal Drew Attention in Bay Minette in 2009
A proposed hybrid-vehicle plant in northeast Bay Minette drew attention in September 2009, though questions remained about financing for the multibillion-dollar project.
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.
Baldwin County Schools Reported Rising Flu Cases During 2009 H1N1 Outbreak
Baldwin County physicians and schools reported dozens of flu cases in August 2009, including confirmed H1N1 infections and a growing number of school alerts.
Mobile and Baldwin Counties Reported Rising H1N1 Cases in August 2009
Mobile County reported 81 confirmed H1N1 cases and Baldwin County 29 in August 2009 as local health officials prepared for vaccine availability.
Mobile Endorsed Preferred I-10 Bridge Route in 2009
Mobile leaders endorsed a preferred route for a proposed high-rise I-10 bridge over Mobile Bay in 2009, seeking relief for tunnel and Bayway congestion.
Some Mobile Public Pools Remained Closed for Repairs in 2009
Several Mobile public pools remained closed after Memorial Day in 2009 while the city addressed federal safety requirements and repairs estimated at about $25,000 per pool.