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There are certainly a lot of "what if's" but the chances of Mobile & Baldwin counties reuniting in a new congressional district exist. When? How? and What's next? These are all questions awaiting direction from U.S. Supreme Court:
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Supreme Court cases could reunite Mobile, Baldwin counties as redistricting uncertainty looms
GOP leaders hope Louisiana v. Callais ruling will allow coastal counties to share representation again after 2023 split into separate districts.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/supreme-court-cases-could-reunite-mobile-baldwin-counties-as-redistricting-uncertainty-looms.html
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Paul Finebaum may be running for the U.S. Senate. A decision will likely come in January, shortly before the mid-month filing deadline. Can the sports broadcasting celebrity win the election? Here are the factors at play with multiple voices about a Finebaum candidacy:
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Can Paul Finebaum win the U.S. Senate race in Alabama? Here’s what he faces
Political analysts say the sports commentator's name recognition could be a major advantage, but he faces challenges with fundraising and policy positions.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/can-paul-finebaum-win-the-us-senate-race-in-alabama-heres-what-he-faces.html
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Heading to the last Alabama Public Library Service board meeting of 2025. Expect news on transgender characters in children's books and the Fairhope Library funding.
@johnsharp99.bsky.social
wrote a preview story about Fairhope that you should read.
@al.com
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Fairhope library funding remains at risk as book dispute returns to Alabama board
Two-year battle over placement of books with sexual content continues as APLS could consider Thursday whether library meets requirements to receive state funding.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/fairhope-library-funding-remains-at-risk-as-book-dispute-returns-to-alabama-board.html?gift=c40e9c5b-d83d-4c9b-98fb-579c533d40f4
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/bodycam-shows-arrest-of-alabama-woman-wearing-penis-costume-at-protest-this-is-a-family-town.html
The footage, provided by Renea Gamble’s legal team, captures Col. Andrew Babb telling Gamble her costume would not be tolerated in a “town that has values.”
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Body cam footage shows arrest of a 61-year-old woman wearing an inflatable penis costume during a "No Kings" rally protest in Fairhope. A lawsuit raises First Amendment concerns, citing past examples when the Supreme Court upheld political protests.
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Bodycam shows arrest of Alabama woman wearing penis costume at protest: ‘This is a family town’
Attorneys argue 61-year-old grandmother's political expression should be protected like other controversial speech upheld by Supreme Court, with trial set for January 2026.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/bodycam-shows-arrest-of-alabama-woman-wearing-penis-costume-at-protest-this-is-a-family-town.html
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The battle over the Fairhope Library continues on. Later today, the APLS board will once again consider a situation that has lasted for two years. Here is the latest with regard to funding, book placement, transparency and residency of board members:
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Fairhope library funding remains at risk as book dispute returns to Alabama board
Two-year battle over placement of books with sexual content continues as APLS could consider Thursday whether library meets requirements to receive state funding.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/fairhope-library-funding-remains-at-risk-as-book-dispute-returns-to-alabama-board.html
7 days ago
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A U.S. Chamber of Commerce official, in Mobile Wednesday for the "State of the Economy," cited the concerns from business over Trump's trade policy and tariffs.
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U.S. Chamber official in Alabama: Trump tariffs amount to $600 billion tax increase
Tom Wickham with the U.S. Chamber delivered the criticism at Mobile economic event that included a highlight of the coastal region's strong economy.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/us-chamber-official-in-alabama-trump-tariffs-amount-to-600-billion-tax-increase.html
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Pensacola is now included in the partnership for the future marketing and promotion of the SS United States once its turned into the world's artificial reef likely next year. An update:
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Pensacola joins $12 million project to sink SS United States as artificial reef
Visit Pensacola expected to approve $1.5 million for the historic ship project and will help lead in marketing the future world's largest artificial reef.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/pensacola-joins-12-million-project-to-sink-ss-united-states-as-artificial-reef.html
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Alabama doesn't have commercial flights connecting airports within the state. That ends next May. Here's why:
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Alabama beaches get easier to reach with new Allegiant Huntsville flights
Residents in North Alabama will have direct access to Gulf Shores starting May, boosting tourism and local travel options.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/alabama-beaches-get-easier-to-reach-with-new-allegiant-huntsville-flights.html
9 days ago
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Turning Point USA's Club America chapters are soaring in popularity since Charlie Kirk's tragic death. There are a lot of opinions about this -- here is the story about the conservative movement into the high schools here in Alabama:
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Turning Point USA high school chapters across Alabama growing rapidly after Charlie Kirk’s murder
While the efforts face backlash in some states, the conservative youth advocacy group is spreading through Alabama.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/turning-point-usa-high-school-chapters-across-alabama-growing-rapidly-after-charlie-kirks-murder.html
10 days ago
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Interesting move set to take place next year in Fairhope. The 100-year-old concrete igloo-looking home hidden along U.S. 98 will be relocated to Flying Creek Nature Preserve -- not a far distance, but an expensive project nonetheless. Here's the story:
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‘Hermit hut’: Fundraising goal reached to relocate historic igloo in Fairhope
Here's where you'll be able to see the century-old concrete dome built by Henry Stuart in early 2026.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/hermit-hut-fundraising-goal-reached-to-relocate-historic-igloo-in-fairhope.html
10 days ago
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AJ McCarron makes an early campaign appearance during the Eastern Shore Republican Women's luncheon. He was recognized, but didn't speak and wasn't made available to the media.
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Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has little to say in early campaign appearance
He did not give public comments, nor did he take many picture.
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/former-alabama-quarterback-aj-mccarron-has-little-to-say-in-early-campaign-appearance.html
14 days ago
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Alabama's rankings in 4th grade math & reading are on the rise - substantially so. Is it time to elevate that accomplishment more in the state's messaging?
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From ‘Sucks’ to Success: Alabama’s leaders look to tout education comeback
Gov. Kay Ivey highlights state's dramatic improvement in national test scores while addressing Mobile Chamber, as workforce development initiatives expand across the state.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/from-sucks-to-success-alabamas-leaders-look-to-tout-education-comeback.html
14 days ago
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@CoachForGov is amassing an impressive campaign war chest, sans PAC donations, as he marches toward the governor's seat. Details about ex-Tide QB A.J. McCarron's fundraising won't be known until December. The latest on 2026 in Alabama
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Alabama 2026 election: Tuberville stockpiles $7.7 million war chest; McCarron absent from fundraising report
Here is where candidates for Alabama's highest offices stand in the latest fundraising reports for 2026's elections.
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/alabama-2026-election-tuberville-stockpiles-77-million-war-chest-mccarron-absent-from-fundraising-report.html
21 days ago
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Dr. Barry Booth, an icon among South Alabama veterans, was honored Monday in Spanish Fort.
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Veterans advocate Dr. Barry Booth receives Spanish Fort’s inaugural civic award
The 84-year-old retired dentist who hitchhiked to college and later orchestrated Honor Flight South Alabama was honored by the city where he practiced for over 50 years.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/veterans-advocate-dr-barry-booth-receives-spanish-forts-inaugural-civic-award.html
23 days ago
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A big day Monday along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Here's why:
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Break barriers and pass the potato salad: Alabama’s coast cities toasting heroes and history
Bay Minette welcomes its first Black mayor while Robertsdale swears in its first female mayor, with celebrations planned Monday across coastal communities.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/break-barriers-and-pass-the-potato-salad-alabamas-coast-cities-toasting-heroes-and-history.html
25 days ago
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The farmhouse featured in the 1977 film, "Close Encounters of the Third King" has yet to be moved nearly one year since Fairhope city officials OK'd a permit for it to be relocated. The approval expires later this month:
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What’s happening to the ‘Close Encounters’ farmhouse in Fairhope?
The iconic Alabama farmhouse where Spielberg filmed the alien abduction scene faces an uncertain fate as development continues around it with no movement on relocation plans.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/whats-happening-to-the-close-encounters-farmhouse-in-fairhope.html
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Dressing up as a priest or nun tonight for Halloween? Legally, you could be ticketed if you're in Alabama. Here's why:
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No trick, no treat: The civil rights origins of Alabama’s law prohibiting priest, nun costumes
For more than 59 years, Alabama has had a law prohibiting the impersonating of clergy through garb or costume. It was born in the middle of the Selma-to-Montgomery marches in March 1965.
https://www.al.com/news/2024/10/no-trick-no-treat-the-civil-rights-origins-of-alabamas-law-prohibiting-priest-nun-costumes.html
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Phat Tuesday's owner claims the big crowds gathered around his establishment was not his problem. He claimed the late-night crowds were because of his popular wings. But the bar was a nuisance, according to police. On Tuesday, it was shut down.
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How a Mobile bar with ‘the best chicken wings on the planet’ just lost its license
Phat Tuesday Sports Bar was shuttered after 100 police calls and a near-shooting of an officer, despite the owner's claims that crowds were just there for his famous wings.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/how-a-mobile-bar-with-the-best-chicken-wings-on-the-planet-just-lost-its-license.html
30 days ago
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Frankenstein's monster roams the beaches in Alabama as part of a monthlong Halloween tribute. Here's the story:
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Alabama man becomes ‘Frankenstein of the Gulf Coast’ in monthlong Halloween tribute
What started as a costume impulse has turned into a Gulf Coast attraction, complete with social media following and daily appearances.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/alabama-man-becomes-frankenstein-of-the-gulf-coast-in-monthlong-halloween-tribute.html
about 1 month ago
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One final chat with Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson before his final council meeting as the mayor. His last day in office is Friday. Stimpson served as Mayor of Mobile from 2013-2025.
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Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson retires after 12 years: What’s next for the city leader
The 73-year-old mayor leaves office on Halloween after transforming Mobile's finances and launching major infrastructure projects.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobile-mayor-sandy-stimpson-retires-after-12-years-whats-next-for-the-city-leader.html
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Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson officially retires after 12 years leading the city as its mayor. He came in on a promise of "One Mobile" and the slogan helped reshape Alabama's Port City during his tenure.
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Mobile Mayor Stimpson retires this week: How “One Mobile” reshaped the city
Beyond Mobile, Stimpson helped launch the Big 10 Mayors Association, giving Alabama’s largest cities a collective voice on state issues.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobile-mayor-stimpson-retires-this-week-how-one-mobile-reshaped-the-city.html
about 1 month ago
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Alabama's 2nd and 7th congressional districts could be dramatically altered depending on the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in a Louisiana case. The timing of that ruling could determine if
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Alabama just made history with Black representation in Congress. Here's why it might not last
Political analysts predict Republicans could redraw Alabama's congressional map to eliminate both majority-Black districts if Section 2 protections fall.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/how-a-louisiana-supreme-court-case-could-erase-alabamas-only-2-black-districts.html
about 1 month ago
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Attorney reacts to Stephen Colbert bit Tuesday on woman arrested in a penis costume during "No Kings" rally in Fairhope" "It seems to me that law enforcement violating people’s constitutional rights certainly deserves attention."
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Stephen Colbert features Alabama penis costume arrest on Late Show
The comedian joked about Fairhope police arresting 61-year-old Renae Gamble during a "No Kings" protest on Saturday.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/stephen-colbert-features-alabama-penis-costume-arrest-on-late-show.html
about 1 month ago
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Obscenity. Prurient interest. First Amendment rights. Fairhope dealing with fallout from arresting protester in penis costume at the same time it continues battling the state over library books. Similar arguments, different issues in the same Alabama city.
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Penis costume arrest raises constitutional concerns amid library dispute in Fairhope
The city finds itself on opposite sides of free expression debates as it defends books against censorship while arresting a protester for wearing a provocative costume.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/penis-costume-arrest-raises-constitutional-concerns-amid-library-dispute-in-fairhope.html
about 1 month ago
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"We expect all protest to be peaceful and should not include any profanity or obscene material." In Fairhope, where the culture wars have boiled in the past 12 months, an arrest at "No Kings" rally is stirring debate:
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Woman arrested at Alabama ‘No Kings’ rally after refusing to remove inflatable penis costume
Fairhope police are expected to provide a statement later on Monday about the arrest made during Saturday's "No Kings" rally.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/arrest-of-fairhope-no-kings-demonstrator-in-penis-costume-draws-reactions.html
about 1 month ago
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After a strong showing in August, former Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine weighs his next political move. He is looking at multiple options, including Sheriff. A decision to be made in 4-8 weeks:
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Former Mobile police chief weighs political run in 2026: ‘I’ll be upsetting the balance’
After a strong showing in the mayoral race despite limited funding, Paul Prine is considering campaigns for sheriff, Congress, or State Senate as a Republican candidate.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/former-mobile-police-chief-weighs-political-run-in-2026-ill-be-upsetting-the-balance.html
about 1 month ago
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$11.3 million "complete streets" project includes a complete rehabilitation to the former Davis Avenue (MLK Jr. Ave.), once the epicenter of Black commerce during segregation. The project coincides with progress on the civic and cultural heritage district.
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Mobile’s historic ‘Black Wall Street’ set for $11.3 million revitalization on MLK Avenue
The MLK Avenue project will transform the once-thriving cultural center with new sidewalks, bike lanes and infrastructure while honoring its legacy as the hub of Black commerce during segregation.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobiles-historic-black-wall-street-set-for-113-million-revitalization-on-mlk-avenue.html
about 1 month ago
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Foley is coming to Foley. The WWE legend and the Baldwin County city share the same name. But Mick Foley is really starting to like Foley, Alabama. Here's why (ahead of a show he's performing there on Thursday):
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The surprising connection between a WWE Hall of Famer and the Alabama town that shares his name
Mick Foley has developed a special bond with Foley, Alabama after visiting as Santa Claus last year. Now he's bringing his storytelling tour to the community.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/the-surprising-connection-between-a-wwe-hall-of-famer-and-the-alabama-town-that-shares-his-name.html
about 1 month ago
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Mobile inaugurates the third final assembly building for Airbus -- the third such venue in 10 years, making the Mobile the No. 4 city in the world for manufacturing commercial aircraft.
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Mobile celebrates Airbus facility expansion, and cements its global aviation status
The expansion comes as the Airbus A320 recently surpassed Boeing's 737 as the best-selling commercial aircraft in aviation history. The new plant is expected to support the company's continued A320 pr...
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobile-celebrates-airbus-facility-expansion-and-cements-its-global-aviation-status.html
about 1 month ago
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Patricia McCormick, an award-winning author whose 2006 book, "Sold" is among the most challenged in the country, will be in Fairhope speaking at the only Alabama public library to lose state funding over book placements. Here is the story:
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Author of challenged library book ‘Sold’ to speak in Fairhope
McCormick said she hopes her advocacy for public libraries will unite people across political divides.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/author-of-challenged-library-book-sold-to-speak-in-fairhope.html
about 2 months ago
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Mobile hasn't had more than 500 police officers in many years. The city is pushed to eclipse that number next year. Here's why:
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Beards, pay, take-home cars: How Mobile is winning the police recruitment battle
Recent graduation ceremony adds 19 new officers as department rebounds from losing over 120 officers five years ago during nationwide recruitment challenges.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobile-police-department-nears-500-officers-after-years-of-staffing-shortages.html
about 2 months ago
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Hermit Hut may soon have a new home. How a $100K donation has the relocation project of Henry Stuart's oddly shaped, 100-year-old concrete dome home within reach:
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How a $100,000 donation is helping save a 100-year-old Alabama ‘hermit hut’ with a remarkable story
The donor, known only as "The Friend," has pushed the fundraising effort to relocate Henry Stuart's concrete dome to within striking distance of its $369,000 goal.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/how-a-100000-donation-is-helping-save-a-100-year-old-alabama-hermit-hut-with-a-remarkable-story.html
about 2 months ago
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Drive-thru approved on St. Louis Street in Mobile despite concerns raised by downtown residents. Here's the story:
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Bank drive-thru approved in downtown Mobile: What residents are saying
The Zoning Board reversed its previous decision, allowing River Bank & Trust to build a three-story branch with drive-thru service near Greer's Market on St. Louis Street.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/bank-drive-thru-approved-in-downtown-mobile-what-residents-are-saying.html
about 2 months ago
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Two days after celebrating the 40th for the Zoghby Act, the 1985 law was front in center during a court case Thursday over residency questions about Council member-elect Samantha Ingram. The latest:
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Alabama residency laws clash in Mobile council election dispute
Court weighs whether 2025 state law requiring 90-day residency supersedes Mobile's 1985 Zoghby Act that mandates one year for city council candidates.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/alabama-residency-laws-clash-in-mobile-council-election-dispute.html
about 2 months ago
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1985 -- Bo Jackson, Ronald Reagan, Marty McFly and ... Mobile's Zoghby Act. One was celebrated in Mobile on Tuesday. Here's the story about a unique celebration of past, present and future of Mobile leaders and the law that created the current city gov't.
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From racial division to economic growth: Mobile marks 40 years of Zoghby Act
Former mayors join Mayor-elect Spiro Cheriogotis to reflect on how the 1985 law changed Mobile from commission to council-mayor system after racial justice struggles.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/from-racial-division-to-economic-growth-mobile-marks-40-years-of-zoghby-act.html
about 2 months ago
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Alabama Department of Revenue says that municipal ordinances executing a new vape tax adds an extra 10-cents per milliliter on vape products sold in Alabama. Cities aren't so sure. Confusion ahead of a Wednesday deadline:
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Vape tax confusion: Alabama cities face double taxation concerns before deadline
State revenue officials confirm local vape taxes will stack on existing state levy, creating 20-cent-per-milliliter rate in participating municipalities despite city officials' uncertainty.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/vape-tax-confusion-alabama-cities-face-double-taxation-concerns-before-deadline.html
about 2 months ago
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@repscfigures discusses the need for a full release of the Epstein files during a recent interview. Here's what he said:
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Alabama congressman: Would GOP want Epstein files released if Obama was involved?
Democratic congressman questions if Republicans would demand full transparency if Obama had connections to Epstein instead of Trump.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/alabama-congressman-would-gop-want-epstein-files-released-if-obama-was-involved.html
2 months ago
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A humorous toilet paper war in an East Alabama city has gotten some attention on social media -- and in a good way:
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Alabama police agency vows ‘tactical ninja’ revenge after homecoming toilet paper prank
The Heflin Police Department responds with humor to students' TP mischief, vowing Halloween retaliation while acknowledging their own pranking history from the '80s and '90s.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/alabama-police-agency-vows-tactical-ninja-revenge-after-homecoming-toilet-paper-prank.html
2 months ago
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Cities in Alabama are adopting their own vape product taxes this month and before October 1. Here's why:
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Alabama cities racing against time to double tax on vape products
Local governments have just days left to implement additional fees that could dramatically impact prices, with one councilman warning the taxes are "killing the business person."
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/alabama-cities-are-racing-against-time-to-double-tax-on-vape-products.html
2 months ago
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What did Mobile's mayor-elect discuss last night after winning the election? Here are 5 things:
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Spiro Cheriogotis: 5 priorities for Mobile’s new mayor
Alabama's second-largest city will see leadership changes in key areas including public transportation, neighborhood engagement, and affordable housing initiatives.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/spiro-cheriogotis-5-priorities-for-mobiles-new-mayor.html
2 months ago
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Mobile has a new mayor-elect tonight. It was a close race. The scene inside the rally for Spiro Cheriogotis.
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Spiro Cheriogotis elected Mobile’s next mayor: ‘We are looking forward’
The outcome caps almost one year of a campaign after Mayor Sandy Stimpson announced he was not seeking a fourth term in September 2024.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/spiro-cheriogotis-elected-mobiles-next-mayor-we-are-looking-forward.html
2 months ago
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Voters go the polls today to decide who will be Mobile's next mayor. A bit of a last minute intrigue as last night, @KamalaHarris gave a shout out to Barbara Drummond during her interview on @maddow. She faces former Judge Spiro Cheriogotis.
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Mobile mayoral runoff today: Drummond and Cheriogotis face off in high-stakes election
Voters in Alabama's second-largest city head to the polls to choose a new mayor.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/mobile-mayoral-runoff-today-drummond-and-cheriogotis-face-off-in-high-stakes-election.html
2 months ago
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After the Aug. 26 municipal elections, and reports of issues at polls statewide, there are now calls for more state oversight. Three Secretary of State candidates in 2026 all share a common belief: The office needs more involvement in the local contests:
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More state oversight needed for Alabama city elections, candidates say
Candidates for secretary of state say the office should play a more active role in city elections, following a wave of recent problems that sparked voter confusion and legal challenges across Alabama.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/alabama-gop-candidates-seek-more-state-oversight-of-municipal-elections.html
2 months ago
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Lunch plans, Mobile, Alabama? Here you go: Lunch plans, Mobile? Here you go
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Who will be Mobile’s next mayor? 2 battle it out in AL.com, AARP debate: How to watch
Former District Judge Spiro Cheriogotis and State Rep. Barbara Drummond will address crime, homelessness and economic issues as they compete to become the next mayor.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/who-will-be-mobiles-next-mayor-2-battle-it-out-in-alcom-aarp-debate-how-to-watch.html
2 months ago
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The first PAC-influenced campaign flyer in the Mobile mayor's race is out in the mail, adding the first bit of "negative" campaigning into the race a week before runoff. Here's the story:
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Democratic PAC targets Mobile mayoral candidate with ‘MAGA Republican’ label
The flyer appears one week before the runoff election between Spiro Cheriogotis and Barbara Drummond, marking the first negative turn in what had been a calm race.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/democratic-pac-targets-mobile-mayoral-candidate-with-maga-republican-label.html
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Started my Monday off right by having a conversation over toast and coffee. I don't think either were listening.
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Two municipal races in Mobile County are being challenged based on questions about residency and provisional ballots. It's not cheap to do so. The story:
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Mobile County election challenges require candidates to pay thousands in legal bonds
Two separate cases in Mobile County have candidates paying $10,000 and $25,000 to pursue election challenges over provisional ballots and residency requirements.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/mobile-county-election-challenges-require-candidates-to-pay-thousands-in-legal-bonds.html
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The Black clown billboard controversy is resolved, but the City of Mobile weighed in that it created legitimate concerns: "Without context, it’s understandable that some people had concerns about the depiction."
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‘Get the Clowns Out’: Owner says Mobile billboard for comedy show, not politics
Michael Lewis of Bumblebee Billboards clarified on WBLX-FM that the advertisement is for an October 12 event celebrating the 10-year anniversary of "Laugh, Love, Live."
https://www.al.com/news/2025/09/get-the-clowns-out-owner-says-mobile-billboard-for-comedy-show-not-politics.html
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