Fairhope Weighs Cost of Studying an Independent School System
Fairhope's City Council agreed to price out a study on breaking away from the Baldwin County school system after voters rejected a tax hike.
Baldwin County Residents Want Outside Leader as Next Schools Superintendent
A survey of more than 3,100 Baldwin County residents and school employees shows strong support for an outside candidate with financial expertise as the next superintendent.
Mobile County Schools Approve $5 Million Cost-Cutting Plan
Mobile County Public School System approved a plan to save $5 million by freezing overtime and long-vacant positions to rebuild its reserve fund.
Baldwin County School Board Debates Salary Range for Next Superintendent
As Baldwin County searches for its next school superintendent, board members are weighing how much salary it will take to land the right candidate.
Baldwin County School Board Seeks Public Input on Next Superintendent
Baldwin County's school board released a public survey seeking community feedback to help guide its search for a new superintendent to replace Robbie Owen.
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.
Baldwin County Leaders Question Why Tax Revenue Isn’t Climbing Faster
Commissioners pressed officials on why Baldwin County property tax revenue lags population growth, as neighboring counties post larger gains.
Mobile County School System Fends Off Two Cyber Attacks During Testing Week
Two denial-of-service cyber attacks briefly knocked out internet access at Mobile County schools during standardized testing week this year.
Baldwin County Officials Plan Joint Meeting After School Tax Vote Fails
Baldwin County leaders are holding a joint commission-school board meeting for public input after voters rejected a major school tax package.
Mobile Jewish Federation Honors Longtime Volunteer, Recognizes Sen. Sessions
The Mobile Area Jewish Federation honored a longtime local volunteer with its Devorah Award and gave Sen. Jeff Sessions its first Friend of Israel honor.