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 Weighs Merging Eastern Shore Transportation Planning Group Into Regional Commission
Baldwin County officials are considering folding the Eastern Shore's transportation planning organization into a Mobile-based regional commission.
Foley Parade Rallies Support for Baldwin County School Tax Vote
A Foley parade and rally drew school supporters ahead of a March 31 vote on an 8-mill property tax increase for Baldwin County schools.
Old Photo Complicates Baldwin Commissioner’s Stand Against School Tax
A December photo of Baldwin County Commissioner Frank Burt backing a school tax campaign resurfaced after he voiced doubts about the March 31 vote.
Saraland Schools Push Toward Jan. 27 Vote on Property Tax for Campus Upgrades
Saraland City Schools is holding informational meetings ahead of a Jan. 27 referendum on a 7.5-mill tax increase to fund a $20 million improvement plan.
Baldwin County weighs school property tax hike to fund $350 million building plan
Baldwin County school leaders pushed an 8-mill property tax increase to raise $28.6 million a year for a $350 million construction plan, set for a March referendum.
Saraland Schools to Hold Q&A Sessions on $20 Million Capital Plan
Saraland City Schools will host public Q&A sessions ahead of a January vote on a $20 million capital improvements tax referendum.
Baldwin County Weighs Road-Funding Options as $30 Tag Fee Stalls
With a proposed $30 vehicle tag fee shelved for now, Baldwin County officials explored other ways to pay for about $150 million in needed road projects.
One Year In: A Look Back at Mayor Stimpson’s First Term Challenges
A review of Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson's first year in office, covering budget struggles, blight, litter and efforts to recruit Airbus suppliers.
Orange Beach School Split Campaigns Show Wide Fundraising Gap Ahead of Vote
Campaign finance records show a $50,000 fundraising gap between Orange Beach groups on opposite sides of a school-split referendum ahead of the vote.