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.
2009 Tourist Spending Offered Hope for Baldwin County Schools
A profitable 2009 summer tourist season on Pleasure Island offered a potential boost to Baldwin County school revenue as the system faced a $56 million shortfall and possible support-staff layoffs.
Baldwin School Board Sought One-Cent Sales Tax During 2009 Budget Crisis
Facing a $38 million shortfall and projected revenue losses, the Baldwin County Board of Education voted in 2009 to seek a one-cent sales tax increase.
Perdido Beach Considered Incorporation in 2008
In 2008, Perdido Beach residents discussed incorporating their waterfront community to guide future growth and preserve its character.
Theodore and Tillmans Corner Residents Reacted to 2008 Annexation Plan
Archived WKRG coverage recorded differing reactions in Theodore and Tillmans Corner after Mobile announced its 2008 annexation proposal.
Semmes Residents Debated Incorporation in 2008
In 2008, Semmes residents debated whether forming a municipality could improve local services and keep tax revenue in the growing community.
Mobile and Baldwin Counties Offered Early Voting for 2008 Election
Archived WKRG coverage detailed the limited early-voting locations available in Mobile and Baldwin counties before the 2008 election.