Local Government
Sort by: Featured Most recent
373 results total, viewing 261 - 280
Tax records reveal nonprofit spent Baldwin County tax money on director's salary
FAIRHOPE — A Fairhope-based nonprofit has been found to have seemingly misused Baldwin County tax money derived from a tobacco tax bill over the last 20 years. The Baldwin County Abuse Network … more
|
Woman found dead at Foley motel
Foley Police Department and the Baldwin County Major Crimes Unit need the community’s assistance in locating Katie Smith regarding her mother’s death. On Wednesday, Aug. 30, the … more
|
The Beach Express Bridge has increased toll rates from $2.75 to $5, and the Baldwin County Bridge Company and Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon is blaming the state Department of Transportation.
Beach Express toll increases to $5 Orange Beach receives $0.30 for every car that travels through
ORANGE BEACH — The Beach Express Bridge has increased toll rates from $2.75 to $5, and the Baldwin County Bridge Company and Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon are blaming the state Department of … more
|
Horse in Baldwin County tests positive for deadly mosquito-transmitted virus EEE
A horse in Baldwin County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries' veterinary diagnostic laboratory in Auburn. EEE is a … more
|
Fairhope Police seek witnesses to Aug. 28 car accident
Fairhope Police need your help. Officers are investigating a car accident that occurred Monday, Aug. 28, at approximately 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of Section Street and Pecan … more
|
Poll workers leave the New Fellowship Church on Tuesday after Mills Community residents voted 43-17 to have their community become part of the city of Foley
Mills votes yes for Foley annexation
FOLEY — The Mills community will become part of Foley after residents voted Tuesday to be annexed into the city. By a vote of 43 to 17, voters in the community in west Foley approved the … more
|
Foley moves ahead with recycling plans
FOLEY — Foley will continue its program to take recyclable materials to Florida for one more year until a Baldwin County processing center is operational in 2024. Foley City Council voted … more
|
Tropical Storm Idalia is predicted to become a major hurricane, and while Baldwin County isn’t in the predicted path, Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) continues to closely monitor the storm.
Idalia expected to be major hurricane by Florida landfall, locally impacting rip currents
Tropical Storm Idalia is predicted to become a major hurricane, and while Baldwin County isn’t in the predicted path, Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) continues to closely … more
|
Fairhope water customers are prohibited from irrigating except on designated water-use days.
Fairhope water usage update: Surge in consumption as emergency conservation phases shift
Fairhope water customers' usage is climbing again after the city's Emergency Water Conservation phase was changed from phase three to phase two Aug. 21. In a video posted to the City of Fairhope's … more
|
The Baldwin County Commission appointed Tom Tyler as the new Baldwin County Emergency Management Director. While serving as the EMA director, Tyler plans to focus on partnerships, public awareness and training as his top priorities. “Without partnerships we absolutely cannot be successful as a prepared community, and I am very focused on strengthening and expanding our community relationships,” he said.
Tom Tyler named Baldwin County EMA director
Bad weather is bound to happen in paradise. When it gets really bad, there will be a new face leading Baldwin County's response team. Baldwin County Commission recently appointed Tom Tyler as the new … more
|
This imaging capture shows tropical systems in the Atlantic, with one in the Pacific, as of Aug. 23.
Gulf Coast hurricane tracker: Record temperatures may equal record storms
The quiet hurricane season forecasters expected in the spring has turned into a tinderbox waiting to explode. Record high surface temperatures in water across the globe have created conditions ripe … more
|
It is time to pull out the hurricane kit remnants and see what needs to be added or refreshed. Instead of buying plasticware, consider adding the free plasticware from to-go orders to a gallon zip lock bag in your hurricane kit.
Don't wait for the storm: Smart strategies for hurricane preparedness on the Gulf Coast
It's hot outside. It hasn't rained much. Fairhope Emergency Management is encouraging residents to take time to hurricane prep while everyone's spending more time inside. "The best time to … more
|
Gulf Shores police department awarded 70 new tasers
The Gulf Shores Police Department will soon be receiving 70 new Taser de- vices after approval from the city. Gulf Shores City Council approved the request at the most recent city coun cil … more
|
Construction continues for the $200 million expansion of the South Baldwin Regional Medical Center. The hospital will be the center of Foley’s new Medical Overlay District.
Foley approves medical overlay district
FOLEY — The new Medical Overlay District will encourage the development of medical services in north Foley to meet growing needs as the area's population increases. Foley City Council voted to … more
|
The annexation vote will be at New Fellowship Church at 17535 Little Rock Road. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Mills residents vote Aug. 22 whether to become part of Foley
Mills Community will decide Tuesday, Aug. 22, whether they want to become part of the city of Foley. The annexation vote will be at New Fellowship Church at 17535 Little Rock Road. .Polls will … more
|
Baldwin County Program helps seniors prepare for storm
As hurricane season heads into its typical peak in September, everyone should be prepared in case of the need to evacuate. Baldwin County Council on Aging has a resource for seniors to do so. The … more
|
A newly built home in Fairhope with freshly laid sod waters the lawn even though it is prohibited under the phase three water emergency.
Fairhope remains under phase 3 emergency water conservation plan until Aug. 21
Scorching temperatures, a lack of rainfall and high-water usage have put the city of Fairhope under a phase three emergency water conservation plan, but city officials say that should … more
|
Work is already underway on phase one of the project with a target completion date of spring 2024. The initial phase includes two 37,500-square-foot dorm-style buildings. Each building will include 80 units with a total of 300 beds, making a total of 600 beds available campus-wide. Each building will include a large communal kitchen, laundry facility and gathering spaces. Each unit will house four people and have a private bathroom, storage, microwave and refrigerator.
Empowering workforce development: Foley’s new residential campus aids tourism industry
The need for affordable housing for seasonal and non-seasonal workers is something Baldwin County struggles with, but ground was broken today on one piece of a solution. The Poarch Band of Creek … more
|
Chuck Maglothin of Foley is the August "Veteran of the Month."
Foley man named veteran of the month by Tuberville
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) recently released a video honoring Chuck Maglothin of Foley as his August "Veteran of the Month." "Our service members put their lives on the line to preserve … more
|
Foley increases support for school programs
FOLEY — After one year, a program to provide city financial support for Foley school programs has increased test scores and performance reading, mathematics and other areas. Foley City Council … more
|
« Prev | 1 … 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 … 19 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.