The Alabama Department of Revenue believes our coastal economy is on the right track. State Revenue Commissioner Tim Russell said to keep the momentum going folks should start spending money, especially at local businesses that are hiring."
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Coastal economy on the right track | Fox10tv.com
Coastal economy on the right track | Fox10tv.com: "MOBILE, Ala. - Economists say measured optimism goes a long way, especially when it comes to surviving these hard economic times. That was the message at the University of South Alabama's seminar Wednesday called, 'Coastal Economy Outlook.'
The Alabama Department of Revenue believes our coastal economy is on the right track. State Revenue Commissioner Tim Russell said to keep the momentum going folks should start spending money, especially at local businesses that are hiring."
The Alabama Department of Revenue believes our coastal economy is on the right track. State Revenue Commissioner Tim Russell said to keep the momentum going folks should start spending money, especially at local businesses that are hiring."
Swine Flu Scare: Principal says the name of the game is communication - Baldwin County NOW
Swine Flu Scare: Principal says the name of the game is communication - Baldwin County NOW: "GULF SHORES, Ala. — All across the country, emergency rooms continue to be buzzing with parents of children concerned that they might have contracted H1N1, commonly known as swine flu. Doctors are not sure if it is a very early outbreak of the H1N1 virus, or if parents are overreacting to symptoms that might not be flu related.
On college campuses, there is concern that students are not taking symptoms seriously, nor are they taking precautions. During the busy football season, one infected student in a large stadium can come in contact with many unsuspecting friends.
But what about at the local level? County school board administrators are working to help schools affected by the flu outbreak, but locally, Gulf Shores High School Principal Dr. Ernie Rosado says they are taking precautions and keeping the lines of communication open with parents, teachers and students."
On college campuses, there is concern that students are not taking symptoms seriously, nor are they taking precautions. During the busy football season, one infected student in a large stadium can come in contact with many unsuspecting friends.
But what about at the local level? County school board administrators are working to help schools affected by the flu outbreak, but locally, Gulf Shores High School Principal Dr. Ernie Rosado says they are taking precautions and keeping the lines of communication open with parents, teachers and students."
Hybrid Kinetic player feels confident Congress will renew program critical to plant | Breaking News from the Press-Register - al.com
Hybrid Kinetic player feels confident Congress will renew program critical to plant | Breaking News from the Press-Register - al.com: "WASHINGTON -- A key player in a proposed Baldwin County auto project voiced confidence Tuesday that Congress will keep a crucial visa program in place for at least three years.
'I would see this as an incentive to investors,' said James DeBates, chief executive of the Alabama Center for Foreign Investment, LLC. 'They know that the program's not going to expire.'"
'I would see this as an incentive to investors,' said James DeBates, chief executive of the Alabama Center for Foreign Investment, LLC. 'They know that the program's not going to expire.'"
Saltwater fishing reports from Orange Beach, Gulf Shores Alabama
Saltwater fishing reports from Orange Beach, Gulf Shores Alabama: "September 21st, 2009 - The good September bite continues. We have caught some very nice king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and bonita on the last 4 days of fishing. Also caught a mahi mahi. We caught these mackerel on 4 hour charters just off the beach to 7 miles offshore. This nearshore bite should continue into late November. The big bull redfish should appear by late late October. The offshore bottomfishing continues with amberjack being caught in the deeper water. Scamp grouper, vermillion snapper, white snapper, king mackerel and an occassional gag grouper or red grouper are being caught in deep water. A few wahoo and mahi mahi have been caught trolling on the offshore bottomfishing charters. A few white marlin, mahi mahi and an occasional sailfish are being caught on the offshore trolling charters. We have some full day charters coming up in a couple of weeks and we are looking forward to targeting some big fish. Come on and join us on the Getaway for some fun and fishing. Captain Don"
Small Towns and Downtowns, Alabama | Bukisa.com
Small Towns and Downtowns, Alabama | Bukisa.com: "Fish on the beach available for the taking? No, that's not a mistake. You really can collect fish and crustaeans for free any time you want during Jubilee, on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. Check out the details here."
Ex-Tide QB Watts: Assistants crippled DuBose; Franchione 'was all about himself' | Sports from the Press-Register - al.com
Ex-Tide QB Watts: Assistants crippled DuBose; Franchione 'was all about himself' | Sports from the Press-Register - al.com: "GULF SHORES, Ala. -- Tyler Watts endured some tumultuous times during his years at Alabama.
The former Crimson Tide quarterback spent his career at the Capstone playing for two of the school's more infamous coaches: Mike Dubose and Dennis Franchione.
The rocky coaching situation was one of numerous topics that Watts touched on at the Gulf Coast Athletic Club's meeting Monday night at Craft Farms."
The former Crimson Tide quarterback spent his career at the Capstone playing for two of the school's more infamous coaches: Mike Dubose and Dennis Franchione.
The rocky coaching situation was one of numerous topics that Watts touched on at the Gulf Coast Athletic Club's meeting Monday night at Craft Farms."
Sales tax increase at Foley's Tanger Outlet Center starts Thursday - al.com
Sales tax increase at Foley's Tanger Outlet Center starts Thursday - al.com: "Prices at the Tanger Outlet Center in Foley will go up a half-percent Thursday when a new fee for mall stores and customers goes into effect.
After several months of negotiations, the Foley City Council voted Sept. 21 to approve the half-cent fee intended to pay for mall improvements and efforts to attract new businesses to the site. The addition will be collected in the same way as a city sales tax.
With the new charge added, mall customers will pay 8.5 cents on each dollar purchase. The tax rate for the rest of Foley is 8 percent, which includes a 2 percent city tax as well as county and state taxes."
After several months of negotiations, the Foley City Council voted Sept. 21 to approve the half-cent fee intended to pay for mall improvements and efforts to attract new businesses to the site. The addition will be collected in the same way as a city sales tax.
With the new charge added, mall customers will pay 8.5 cents on each dollar purchase. The tax rate for the rest of Foley is 8 percent, which includes a 2 percent city tax as well as county and state taxes."
Exotic Critter Invading Wetlands - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com
Exotic Critter Invading Wetlands - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com: "MOBILE, Alabama - An exotic critter has invaded some of our wetlands. We're talking about Island Apple Snails from South America. They were noticed at Mobile's Langan Park Lake more than a year ago."
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Teen's truck attacked with pipe | Fox10tv.com
Teen's truck attacked with pipe | Fox10tv.com: "FOLEY, Ala. - The man accused of throwing a street sign through a car, killing the driver, is out on bond. Police are now investigating a similar incident in the area as the deadly attack.
Josh Graham says a trip to the video store in Foley this weekend turned into a terrifying ordeal for his 16-year-old brother. According to Graham, someone attacked the teenager in the parking lot."
Josh Graham says a trip to the video store in Foley this weekend turned into a terrifying ordeal for his 16-year-old brother. According to Graham, someone attacked the teenager in the parking lot."
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Cooler Temps Make Fall Fishing More Enjoyable
Cooler Temps Make Fall Fishing More Enjoyable: "September 29, 2009 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA) - Summer is over and the crowds have cleared the beaches. Nobody told the fish. Fall fishing in the northern Gulf of Mexico is just as good as summer fishing, but the cooler temperatures making their way south and the lack of the large summer crowds makes fall fishing very enjoyable.
And now, fall fishing is more affordable than ever. Zeke's Marina, Brett-Robinson and three local restaurants have put together a discount two-day fishing package that anglers will find irresistible."
And now, fall fishing is more affordable than ever. Zeke's Marina, Brett-Robinson and three local restaurants have put together a discount two-day fishing package that anglers will find irresistible."
TIME FOR THE FAIR - al.com
TIME FOR THE FAIR - al.com: "ROBERTSDALE — The Ferris wheel looming over the Baldwin County Coliseum was motionless Monday, but people scurried around much of the rest of the fairgrounds preparing for today's opening.
The 59th annual Baldwin County Fair begins at 4 p.m. in Robertsdale. The celebration continues through Saturday at the site on Fairground Road east of Ala. 59, said A.B. 'Sonny' Hankins, fair manager.
'It's getting close. It's busy to day, but we're getting there,' Hankins said Monday morning. 'People are putting all the booths together. To me, it's one of the better days of the year because I get a chance to meet with and talk to everybody.'"
The 59th annual Baldwin County Fair begins at 4 p.m. in Robertsdale. The celebration continues through Saturday at the site on Fairground Road east of Ala. 59, said A.B. 'Sonny' Hankins, fair manager.
'It's getting close. It's busy to day, but we're getting there,' Hankins said Monday morning. 'People are putting all the booths together. To me, it's one of the better days of the year because I get a chance to meet with and talk to everybody.'"
Chamber honors Sheila Hodges - al.com
Chamber honors Sheila Hodges - al.com: "The current slow market isn't the first difficult time for the local real estate industry, but innovation, not fear, has always been a key to getting through hardship, said the new winner of the Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year award.
Sheila Hodges, owner of Meyer Real Estate, is the 33rd recipient of the award. It is presented each year by the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. Clark Stewart, last year's winner, made the presentation to Hodges."
Sheila Hodges, owner of Meyer Real Estate, is the 33rd recipient of the award. It is presented each year by the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. Clark Stewart, last year's winner, made the presentation to Hodges."
Police: Man killed by thrown street sign may have been in U.S. illegally - al.com
Police: Man killed by thrown street sign may have been in U.S. illegally - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — The man killed early Saturday morning when a 19-year-old threw a street sign through the windshield of a moving car was 22-year-old Jose Juan Galiana, a Mexican man who may have been an undocumented immigrant, officials said.
Meanwhile, Jonathan Hadley, a recent Fairhope High School graduate who state troopers say flung the metal street sign at Galiana's passing car, was released from the Baldwin County jail Monday on a $50,000 property bond, court records indicated. Hadley was booked into jail Saturday night on a charge of murder.
'As far as we've determined, there was no relation between the two men,' Alabama State Troopers spokesman Cpl. Steve Smith said Monday."
Meanwhile, Jonathan Hadley, a recent Fairhope High School graduate who state troopers say flung the metal street sign at Galiana's passing car, was released from the Baldwin County jail Monday on a $50,000 property bond, court records indicated. Hadley was booked into jail Saturday night on a charge of murder.
'As far as we've determined, there was no relation between the two men,' Alabama State Troopers spokesman Cpl. Steve Smith said Monday."
Visa program central to hybrid car factory plans faces uncertain future - al.com
Visa program central to hybrid car factory plans faces uncertain future - al.com: "WASHINGTON — Backers of a proposed hybrid car plant for north Baldwin County said they plan to rely heavily on a special federal visa program to attract the foreign investment needed for almost $1.5 billion in startup capital.
But a potential snag has emerged: That program will expire at midnight Wednesday, with Congress set to approve only a one-month stopgap extension for now.
Like many federal ventures, the program — technically known as the Immigrant Investor Pilot Program — needs congressional renewal every few years or else will 'sunset.'"
But a potential snag has emerged: That program will expire at midnight Wednesday, with Congress set to approve only a one-month stopgap extension for now.
Like many federal ventures, the program — technically known as the Immigrant Investor Pilot Program — needs congressional renewal every few years or else will 'sunset.'"
Street Sign Murder - Foley Alabama - WKRG.com
Street Sign Murder - Foley Alabama - WKRG.com: "FOLEY, Alabama -
A Baldwin County teenager accused of throwing a street sign at a car and killing the driver is free on bond. State troopers charged 19-year old Jonathan Hadley with murder Saturday. Troopers say Hadley pulled a street sign out of the ground then threw it at an coming car on County Road 55 near Foley."
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A Baldwin County teenager accused of throwing a street sign at a car and killing the driver is free on bond. State troopers charged 19-year old Jonathan Hadley with murder Saturday. Troopers say Hadley pulled a street sign out of the ground then threw it at an coming car on County Road 55 near Foley."
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WEAR ABC 3 : Healthsouth Co-Founder Writing Tell-All Book
WEAR ABC 3 :: Top Stories: "LOXLEY - It was one of the largest cases of accounting fraud in U.S. history, and now one of the men who helped orchestrate it is telling his story.
Aaron Beam helped found Healthsouth, which federal authorities raided in March of 2003.
They accused company executives of inflating earnings by 1.4 billion dollars.
Beam has now written a book about that scandal.
Greg Neumann spoke with him Monday, and joins us with more.
Aaron Beam actually quit Healthsouth in 1997 and retired to Baldwin County."
Aaron Beam helped found Healthsouth, which federal authorities raided in March of 2003.
They accused company executives of inflating earnings by 1.4 billion dollars.
Beam has now written a book about that scandal.
Greg Neumann spoke with him Monday, and joins us with more.
Aaron Beam actually quit Healthsouth in 1997 and retired to Baldwin County."
Driver hit in face with sign, killed | Fox10tv.com
Driver hit in face with sign, killed | Fox10tv.com: "Alabama State Troopers say it's one of the most bizarre murder cases they've ever seen. A man was killed when a street sign flew through his windshield, smashing into his face."
TIME FOR THE FAIR - al.com
TIME FOR THE FAIR - al.com: "ROBERTSDALE — The Ferris wheel looming over the Baldwin County Coliseum was motionless Monday, but people scurried around much of the rest of the fairgrounds preparing for today's opening.
The 59th annual Baldwin County Fair begins at 4 p.m. in Robertsdale. The celebration continues through Saturday at the site on Fairground Road east of Ala. 59, said A.B. 'Sonny' Hankins, fair manager.
'It's getting close. It's busy to day, but we're getting there,' Hankins said Monday morning. 'People are putting all the booths together. To me, it's one of the better days of the year because I get a chance to meet with and talk to everybody.'"
The 59th annual Baldwin County Fair begins at 4 p.m. in Robertsdale. The celebration continues through Saturday at the site on Fairground Road east of Ala. 59, said A.B. 'Sonny' Hankins, fair manager.
'It's getting close. It's busy to day, but we're getting there,' Hankins said Monday morning. 'People are putting all the booths together. To me, it's one of the better days of the year because I get a chance to meet with and talk to everybody.'"
Street Sign Murder: Suspect is Recent Fairhope High Grad | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Street Sign Murder: Suspect is Recent Fairhope High Grad | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "We are learning more about a bizarre crime in Baldwin County. Police say Juan Jose Galiana, 22, was killed after a street sign and post were thrown through the windshield of his car early Saturday morning on County Road 55 near Foley. A former Fairhope High School student is now charged with the murder."
Baldwin County Fair Kicks Off Tuesday | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Baldwin County Fair Kicks Off Tuesday | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "It's time to get your candy apple fix. The fair is coming to town in Baldwin County.
The fair opens at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale and runs through Saturday."
The fair opens at 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Baldwin County Coliseum in Robertsdale and runs through Saturday."
Monday, September 28, 2009
2009 Fall Raptor Migration–Orange Beach, AL
Hawk Migration: "Welcome to our new RaptorWatch blog for the 2009 Fall migration! We’re very excited to monitor this flyway this Fall, and we hope you’re as interested in this “new” corridor, as well. While we have no full-time site monitors, we’d like to keep you informed of what we’re seeing in and around Orange Beach during the Fall migration."
Alabama Gulf Coast Golf - News - Hank Johson School of Golf Opens at the Golf Club of The Wharf
Alabama gulf coast Golf - News - Hank Johson School of Golf Opens at the Golf Club of The Wharf: "The Wharf is pleased to announce the opening of The Hank Johnson School of Golf at The Golf Club of The Wharf. The Hank Johnson School is founded on the research based fundamental principles of effective motor skill learning and performance. This assures that each and every student is given the optimum opportunity to permanently improve their golf swing in the shortest possible time. Instructors are trained in the latest and most effective coaching techniques to help students learn to swing better and learn to apply techniques on the golf course to lower scores whether it is at the club or in a competitive setting. Instructors measure success based upon the competitive performance of the students. Records indicate that instructors have the ability to help golfers get better, faster than any other golf instructional organization in the world. Students of the Hank Johnson School of Golf have won on the LPGA PGA Tours as well as on the major college, amateur and junior levels."
Artist Profile, Les Lyden | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
Artist Profile, Les Lyden | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "If you've been to Tipseas Steam Shack in Orange Beach, Ala., or Hub Stacey's on the Point in Perdido lately, you might've caught Les Lyden on the stage, belting out songs while playing acoustic guitar.
While the Perdido Bay resident is creating quite a splash for himself as one of the area's premier solo acoustic acts, what many may be more familiar with is Lyden's accomplishments as a painter of fine art. Recently, I visited the artist at his Perdido loft/studio overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and saw first hand what the buzz is all about with the longtime Mobile renaissance man."
While the Perdido Bay resident is creating quite a splash for himself as one of the area's premier solo acoustic acts, what many may be more familiar with is Lyden's accomplishments as a painter of fine art. Recently, I visited the artist at his Perdido loft/studio overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and saw first hand what the buzz is all about with the longtime Mobile renaissance man."
Foley poker game robber sentenced - al.com
Foley poker game robber sentenced - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — During a sentencing hearing last week, a visibly frustrated Baldwin County judge reminded a Foley man who had pled guilty to the armed robbery of a poker game that the sentence he received was generous.
Marcus Weaver, 21, entered into a blind plea and was sentenced to 20 years, split to serve only three. Assistant District Attorney Patrick Prendergast had recommended a solid 25-year sentence."
Marcus Weaver, 21, entered into a blind plea and was sentenced to 20 years, split to serve only three. Assistant District Attorney Patrick Prendergast had recommended a solid 25-year sentence."
Charge: Murder by throwing street sign - al.com
Charge: Murder by throwing street sign - al.com: "A 19-year-old accused of flinging a street sign at a passing car was being held in the Baldwin County Corrections Center on a murder charge Sunday after the driver of the vehicle was struck in the face and killed, police said.
Jonathan Hadley was arrested Saturday night by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation, said Cpl. Steve Smith, Alabama State Troopers spokesman. The jail booking information listed the suspect's address as Fairhope, but Smith said Hadley lived in Foley's Sweet Gum subdivision near where the wreck took place.
The driver of the wrecked car has not been positively identified, Smith said. He said troopers and ABI investigators do not believe that the two men knew each other."
Jonathan Hadley was arrested Saturday night by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation, said Cpl. Steve Smith, Alabama State Troopers spokesman. The jail booking information listed the suspect's address as Fairhope, but Smith said Hadley lived in Foley's Sweet Gum subdivision near where the wreck took place.
The driver of the wrecked car has not been positively identified, Smith said. He said troopers and ABI investigators do not believe that the two men knew each other."
Officer dragged by car | Fox10tv.com
Officer dragged by car | Fox10tv.com: "BALDWIN CO., Ala. - On September 26, 2009 at approximately 7:05 p.m. Foley Police Officers made a traffic stop on a red 1997 Chevy S-10. Before the vehicle stopped, the officer noticed the driver throw an object from the passenger's window.
The vehicle stopped and the officer approached the driver, Anthony Lee Taylor, 24 years of age of Bon Secour. The officer also notice a small child in sitting in a child restraint in the passenger side, later identified as Taylor's 1 year old son."
The vehicle stopped and the officer approached the driver, Anthony Lee Taylor, 24 years of age of Bon Secour. The officer also notice a small child in sitting in a child restraint in the passenger side, later identified as Taylor's 1 year old son."
Police: Driver killed with street sign | Fox10tv.com
Police: Driver killed with street sign | Fox10tv.com: "FOLEY, Ala. - Alabama State Troopers got a call about an accident on County Road 55 in front of Magnolia Springs School around 2:30 a.m. Saturday. Investigators quickly realized the victim wasn't killed in a crash, but died from a street sign that had been thrown through his windshield.
The sign came from the Sweet Gum Subdivision just down the road. The same street where they arrested the suspect, 19-year-old John Hadley."
The sign came from the Sweet Gum Subdivision just down the road. The same street where they arrested the suspect, 19-year-old John Hadley."
Shellfish waters closed | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Shellfish waters closed | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "The Alabama Department of Public Health closed all shellfish growing waters in Mobile and Baldwin counties at 3 P.M. Sunday, because the oyster beds may be contaminated with bacteria."
Sunday, September 27, 2009
First sailfish hooked from Gulf State Park Pier in Gulf Shores | South Alabama Outdoors - al.com - al.com
First sailfish hooked from Gulf State Park Pier in Gulf Shores | South Alabama Outdoors - al.com - al.com: "With high water messing up fishing in the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, along the Causeway and into Mobile Bay, now may be the time to become acquainted with the Gulf State Park Pier in Gulf Shores.
Reports indicate a lot of king and Spanish mackerel are being caught, along with the occasional bull redfish — and sailfish.
That’s right, sailfish."
Reports indicate a lot of king and Spanish mackerel are being caught, along with the occasional bull redfish — and sailfish.
That’s right, sailfish."
Gulf trip offers every species an angler would want | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal
Gulf trip offers every species an angler would want | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal: "ORANGE BEACH, Ala. — Tom Myer was holding a stiff rod fitted with a softball-size reel spooled with 60-pound-test monofilament and 30-pound-test leader anchored by a 10-ounce sinker and tipped with a quarter-size circle hook baited with a cigar minnow."
Driver killed after object flies through windshield - al.com
Driver killed after object flies through windshield - al.com: "An unidentified man died in south Baldwin County early Saturday morning after an object was thrown at his car on Baldwin County 55 in an incident that authorities said is being investigated as a homicide.
The wreck was reported at 2:31 a.m., according to Cpl. Steve Smith, spokesman for the Alabama State Troopers.
'At first, the only report we had was that it was a fatal wreck, but when our people got there, they found that something may have happened prior to the wreck that could have caused it,' Smith said."
The wreck was reported at 2:31 a.m., according to Cpl. Steve Smith, spokesman for the Alabama State Troopers.
'At first, the only report we had was that it was a fatal wreck, but when our people got there, they found that something may have happened prior to the wreck that could have caused it,' Smith said."
Dr. Dipnet and the tiny Gulf creatures of the night - al.com
Dr. Dipnet and the tiny Gulf creatures of the night - al.com: "As the new moon rose and the crew aboard the tuna boat went to sleep, the man known since his grad school days as 'Dr. Dipnet' began to prowl the deck.
Illuminating the phosphorescent Gulf water with a green light suspended just below the water's surface, he gazed into the inky depths, hunting for things so small as to be almost invisible.
Within seconds, his net flashed through the water."
Illuminating the phosphorescent Gulf water with a green light suspended just below the water's surface, he gazed into the inky depths, hunting for things so small as to be almost invisible.
Within seconds, his net flashed through the water."
Foley police officer dragged by car | Fox10tv.com
Foley police officer dragged by car | Fox10tv.com: "FOLEY, Ala. (AP) - Foley police officer was hospitalized after being dragged by a car when a man fled during a traffic stop.
Police Lt. David White said the officer, whose name wasn't immediately released, was taken to South Baldwin Regional Medical Center Friday night. It was not immediately clear how serious his injuries were."
Police Lt. David White said the officer, whose name wasn't immediately released, was taken to South Baldwin Regional Medical Center Friday night. It was not immediately clear how serious his injuries were."
Cash is king in beach real estate market - al.com
Cash is king in beach real estate market - al.com: "Selling the beach today means knowing how to work short sales and foreclosures — and pricing property to sell.
Cash is king at the Gulf, and the bargain prices are bringing buyers seeking a deal, according to Realtors.
Condominium units that sold for $400,000 four years ago are now selling for $200,000 to $250,000. Beachfront lots bought for more than $1.5 million are back on the market at $500,000 to $600,000."
Cash is king at the Gulf, and the bargain prices are bringing buyers seeking a deal, according to Realtors.
Condominium units that sold for $400,000 four years ago are now selling for $200,000 to $250,000. Beachfront lots bought for more than $1.5 million are back on the market at $500,000 to $600,000."
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Illegal parking fines on the rise in Gulf Shores - Baldwin County NOW
Illegal parking fines on the rise in Gulf Shores - Baldwin County NOW: "GULF SHORES, Ala. — In many cities across the country, a parking ticket fine can cost as much as $85. Here in Gulf Shores, the fine for a parking ticket has been $6 for more than two decades. But city officials are working on an amendment that will more than double the fine.
According to Municipal Court Clerk Ken McKenzie, city attorney Donald Stewart has been working on an amendment that will raise the cost of illegal parking within the city of Gulf Shores.
“The amount of a regular parking ticket has only been $6 for 20-something years, and he suggests that we get more in line with other municipalities,” McKenzie told the City Council at a recent work session. “We will be raising the fine for a normal parking ticket to $15.”
In addition, fines for parking in handicapped designated parking areas without a permit, as well as parking in fire lanes has also been $6."
According to Municipal Court Clerk Ken McKenzie, city attorney Donald Stewart has been working on an amendment that will raise the cost of illegal parking within the city of Gulf Shores.
“The amount of a regular parking ticket has only been $6 for 20-something years, and he suggests that we get more in line with other municipalities,” McKenzie told the City Council at a recent work session. “We will be raising the fine for a normal parking ticket to $15.”
In addition, fines for parking in handicapped designated parking areas without a permit, as well as parking in fire lanes has also been $6."
Piratefest Weekend in Orange Beach Today & Tomorrow
Piratefest Weekend in Orange Beach: "September 22, 2009 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA)- This weekend pirate fun and music will take the island as Happy Harbor Marina becomes a playground for swashbucklers and landlubbers alike.
The Pirate themed event launches on Friday evening at 6pm and runs through Sunday. Festival activities include live music and children's activities plus food, arts and crafts booths by local merchants."
The Pirate themed event launches on Friday evening at 6pm and runs through Sunday. Festival activities include live music and children's activities plus food, arts and crafts booths by local merchants."
Amateur radio class to begin - al.com
Amateur radio class to begin - al.com: "Submitted by Katie Aiken
A free four-week class on amateur radio begins at 7 p.m. Thursday in Lillian.
The sessions, taught by longtime ham operator A.E. 'Hank' Hankinson, will cover all technical topics needed to successfully complete the required Federal Commu- nication Commission entry-level technician license examination."
A free four-week class on amateur radio begins at 7 p.m. Thursday in Lillian.
The sessions, taught by longtime ham operator A.E. 'Hank' Hankinson, will cover all technical topics needed to successfully complete the required Federal Commu- nication Commission entry-level technician license examination."
Tagged manatee in delta gaffed by mistake - al.com
Tagged manatee in delta gaffed by mistake - al.com: "It was a case of mistaken identity that nearly proved fatal.
A fisherman in Bay Minette Basin saw a buoy moving steadily through the water. Perhaps, the angler thought, it was part of a trot line attached to a giant catfish.
Naturally, the fisherman gave chase, according to the account provided to the Press-Register and wildlife officials."
A fisherman in Bay Minette Basin saw a buoy moving steadily through the water. Perhaps, the angler thought, it was part of a trot line attached to a giant catfish.
Naturally, the fisherman gave chase, according to the account provided to the Press-Register and wildlife officials."
Strategy for funding hybrid auto plant in Baldwin emerges - al.com
Strategy for funding hybrid auto plant in Baldwin emerges - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — Crucial to a Chinese company's plans to bring a hybrid automobile factory to north Baldwin County is a little-known U.S. government program that encourages immigrant investment in exchange for a path to citizenship.
Nearly six months before this week's announcement about Hybrid Kinetic Motors, the Hong Kong investment group behind the venture laid the groundwork to take advantage of the EB-5 visa law.
The Alabama Center for Foreign Investment, or ACFI, could be the main conduit for nearly $1.5 billion in startup capital for HK Motors, officials with the company and center said."
Nearly six months before this week's announcement about Hybrid Kinetic Motors, the Hong Kong investment group behind the venture laid the groundwork to take advantage of the EB-5 visa law.
The Alabama Center for Foreign Investment, or ACFI, could be the main conduit for nearly $1.5 billion in startup capital for HK Motors, officials with the company and center said."
Tanker Playing Field Will Be Tilted! - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com
Tanker Playing Field Will Be Tilted! - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com: "MOBILE, Alabama - The Air Force released information about the requirements for the new KC-X tanker contest. The actual draft Request for Proposal (RFP) will be available to the public on Friday."
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Will The HK Plant Really Be Built? - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com
Will The HK Plant Really Be Built? - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com: "BAY MINETTE, Alabama - So will the HK Motors plant actually be built?
Company officials and Baldwin County economic leaders are confident the answer will be 'Yes.'
Chuantao Wang, the chief executive officer of Hybrid Kinetic Motors, said, 'It will be an exciting, successful program. I have very, very high confidence.'"
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Company officials and Baldwin County economic leaders are confident the answer will be 'Yes.'
Chuantao Wang, the chief executive officer of Hybrid Kinetic Motors, said, 'It will be an exciting, successful program. I have very, very high confidence.'"
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HK Motors needs to come up with cash | Fox10tv.com
HK Motors needs to come up with cash | Fox10tv.com: "BAY MINETTE, Ala. - The only thing preventing a planned motor company plant from breaking ground in Baldwin County is money. Hybrid Kinetic Motors announced it plans to build a $1.5 billion manufacturing facility in Bay Minette."
Multiple Circuits and Distances Welcome All Cyclists to Event Benefiting Make a Wish Foundation of Ala. and Ga. - PR.com
Multiple Circuits and Distances Welcome All Cyclists to Event Benefiting Make a Wish Foundation of Ala. and Ga. - PR.com: "Gulf Shores, AL, September 26, 2009 --(PR.com)-- A wish costs $6,700. For a child living with a life-threatening medical condition, this average cost per wish granted is a small drop in the bucket compared to the laughs and ear-to-ear smiles generated by the Make a Wish Foundation. As more than 100 wishes are waiting to be granted in Alabama alone, officials from this foundation are gearing up for the 2009 Ride for Wishes, which is set for October 2nd through 4th in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Ala."
Chamber talks off - Baldwin County NOW
Chamber talks off - Baldwin County NOW: "FOLEY, Ala. — The Executive Committee of South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce in Foley has decided not to pursue merger talks with the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce in Gulf Shores.
That decision was made known to SBCC’s membership on Tuesday through an e-mail from Jerry Jackson, chairman of SBCC’s Board.
“The Committee’s efforts culminated in the Membership survey, the results of which we discussed at length during our Board meeting last Monday,” Jackson wrote.
“While the survey did indicate significant interest in a merger, the level of interest was not sufficient to give a clear mandate for merger.”
SBCC’s Executive Committee had hoped to release the results of its recent survey jointly with AGCACC’s survey results, “but practicality didn’t allow that, so we decided to let our membership know,” Jackson said on Wednesday.
Jackson said AGCACC’s survey results had not been released at that point to his knowledge.
“It’s safe to say from what we’ve heard that their results were similar to ours,” he said."
That decision was made known to SBCC’s membership on Tuesday through an e-mail from Jerry Jackson, chairman of SBCC’s Board.
“The Committee’s efforts culminated in the Membership survey, the results of which we discussed at length during our Board meeting last Monday,” Jackson wrote.
“While the survey did indicate significant interest in a merger, the level of interest was not sufficient to give a clear mandate for merger.”
SBCC’s Executive Committee had hoped to release the results of its recent survey jointly with AGCACC’s survey results, “but practicality didn’t allow that, so we decided to let our membership know,” Jackson said on Wednesday.
Jackson said AGCACC’s survey results had not been released at that point to his knowledge.
“It’s safe to say from what we’ve heard that their results were similar to ours,” he said."
Hotel owner offers rooms to attract Southwest Airlines | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
Hotel owner offers rooms to attract Southwest Airlines | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "Innisfree Hotels owner Julian MacQueen has upped his offer of free room nights for Southwest Airlines if the carrier adds service to Pensacola Gulf Coast Regional Airport...
...But the addition of 25,000 room nights at Hilton Garden Inn and Holiday Inn Express in Orange Beach, Ala., and a third Orange Beach hotel that will open in 2011, are contingent on Southwest coming to Pensacola exclusively, MacQueen said."
...But the addition of 25,000 room nights at Hilton Garden Inn and Holiday Inn Express in Orange Beach, Ala., and a third Orange Beach hotel that will open in 2011, are contingent on Southwest coming to Pensacola exclusively, MacQueen said."
Foley police officer dragged after traffic stop | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Foley police officer dragged after traffic stop | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "(FOLEY, Ala.) Sept. 25 - Foley police say an officer was dragged 15 feet after a routine traffic stop Friday night.
According to police, the officer stopped Anthony Lee Taylor for a traffic violation on Highway 59 near the Tanger Outlet Mall and discovered narcotics in the car, that is when the driver hit the officer, dragging him 15 feet."
According to police, the officer stopped Anthony Lee Taylor for a traffic violation on Highway 59 near the Tanger Outlet Mall and discovered narcotics in the car, that is when the driver hit the officer, dragging him 15 feet."
Friday, September 25, 2009
Sailfish Hooked at the Gulf State Park Pier
Article and Photos by David Thornton aka Pier#r ;-)
Yep, I kid you not! And it was something to behold!
Here's how it went down.
It had been a pretty busy 'mackerel morning' on the end of the pier but the action had died by late morning to just an occasional hookup.
The east to west wind and current had pushed most of the free floated live baits well west of the end of the pier.
Suddenly Pete yelled out "SAILFISH" when he saw the bill raise up on one of the free float baits about 70 yards west of the end.
I was wrapping a leader and stood up and could see a big hole in the water.
Then this one dude (sorry I didn't catch the lucky angler's name Wink
stepped back from the rail and it was FISH ON!
The sail tailwalked about 15 yards toward the pier and everybody was gawking.
I ran over to the Southwest rail and opened my digicam.
Just missed the next (2nd jump), but you can see the red float that was tangled up in the hooked up line...
Elberta Farmers Market returns - al.com
Elberta Farmers Market returns - al.com: "Submitted by Elaine Stryker
The Elberta Farmers Market will reopen for the fall season at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Fresh produce that will be for sale includes greens, peppers, eggplant, sweet potatoes, peas and okra. Fresh yard eggs will also be available."
The Elberta Farmers Market will reopen for the fall season at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Fresh produce that will be for sale includes greens, peppers, eggplant, sweet potatoes, peas and okra. Fresh yard eggs will also be available."
Fate of historic campus buildings undetermined - al.com
Fate of historic campus buildings undetermined - al.com: "FOLEY — City and education officials, both facing tight budgets, are trying to find a way to preserve four historic buildings on the campus of Baldwin County's newest school.
When Foley Middle School opened in August, educators and students no longer needed the old auditorium, office building and library. Education officials asked Foley to take over the buildings and a church on the campus, said Ken Mason, school system construction coordinator.
'The city of Foley was looking at leasing the old auditorium, old library and part of the old administration area,' Mason said. Mason said several other buildings on the campus, such as the newer wings of the old middle school, will be torn down."
When Foley Middle School opened in August, educators and students no longer needed the old auditorium, office building and library. Education officials asked Foley to take over the buildings and a church on the campus, said Ken Mason, school system construction coordinator.
'The city of Foley was looking at leasing the old auditorium, old library and part of the old administration area,' Mason said. Mason said several other buildings on the campus, such as the newer wings of the old middle school, will be torn down."
State will wait on incentives for auto plant - al.com
State will wait on incentives for auto plant - al.com: "MONTGOMERY — Alabama won't give heavy incentives to Hybrid Kinetic Motors until the company has money in the bank and a plan to protect the state's investment should the project fail, according to the state's top industrial recruiter.
'They have to get their funding in order,' said Neal Wade, director of the Alabama Development Office. 'When we know that they're ready to move forward, we will have to negotiate a project agreement ... before we can expend funds on behalf of this company.'
HK Motors aims to raise $1.5 billion to launch a new manufacturing plant in Baldwin County for hybrid vehicles."
'They have to get their funding in order,' said Neal Wade, director of the Alabama Development Office. 'When we know that they're ready to move forward, we will have to negotiate a project agreement ... before we can expend funds on behalf of this company.'
HK Motors aims to raise $1.5 billion to launch a new manufacturing plant in Baldwin County for hybrid vehicles."
BIO: Benjamin Yeung - al.com
BIO: Benjamin Yeung - al.com: "Known in China as Yang Rong
Age: 52
Residence: Pasadena, Calif.
Family: wife Rhea Yeung, four children
Current position: Chairman and chief executive officer of Far East Golden Resources Group Ltd., a firm listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Far East Golden Resources lost about $6.2 million in the first six months of this year. Its main business in recent years has been repairing and selling cars through a subsidiary it is selling. Other businesses include running indoor game centers, making car axles, making fertilizer, and mining exploration."
Age: 52
Residence: Pasadena, Calif.
Family: wife Rhea Yeung, four children
Current position: Chairman and chief executive officer of Far East Golden Resources Group Ltd., a firm listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Far East Golden Resources lost about $6.2 million in the first six months of this year. Its main business in recent years has been repairing and selling cars through a subsidiary it is selling. Other businesses include running indoor game centers, making car axles, making fertilizer, and mining exploration."
Baldwin residents cautiously optimistic car plant will come to pass - al.com
Baldwin residents cautiously optimistic car plant will come to pass - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — Blaine Chastang may drive a diesel Ford truck, but the owner of North Baldwin Pharmacy says he looks forward to the day his city manufactures hybrid cars.
Though he doesn't think he'll trade in his truck any time soon for one of the proposed hybrids, he expects local pride will lead some, especially those who could end up being employed by Hybrid Kinetic Motors, to drive the hybrid cars on Bay Minette's roads.
'They may want to buy something they or a family member built around here,' he said."
Though he doesn't think he'll trade in his truck any time soon for one of the proposed hybrids, he expects local pride will lead some, especially those who could end up being employed by Hybrid Kinetic Motors, to drive the hybrid cars on Bay Minette's roads.
'They may want to buy something they or a family member built around here,' he said."
Company announces plan for Baldwin car plant bringing 6,000 jobs - al.com
Company announces plan for Baldwin car plant bringing 6,000 jobs - al.com: "MONTGOMERY — Hybrid Kinetic Motors plans a $1.5 billion car plant,
employing nearly 6,000 workers, in
Baldwin County within three to five years, company and state officials said Thursday."
employing nearly 6,000 workers, in
Baldwin County within three to five years, company and state officials said Thursday."
Saving the sturgeon | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
Saving the sturgeon | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "The surface of the Blackwater River was as smooth as glass this week. The water, true to its name, was inky black.
Lurking in the tranquil depths is an ancient and most unusual inhabitant: the Gulf sturgeon, an armor-plated bottom-dweller that's been around for 200 million years.
This week, a group of four scientists plied up the Blackwater on a mission to catch and tag the elusive sturgeon, which is beginning its fall migration.
The fish will spill out of the Blackwater, Yellow, Escambia and other rivers along the coast from Louisiana to Apalachicola and head toward their feeding grounds in the Gulf of Mexico."
Lurking in the tranquil depths is an ancient and most unusual inhabitant: the Gulf sturgeon, an armor-plated bottom-dweller that's been around for 200 million years.
This week, a group of four scientists plied up the Blackwater on a mission to catch and tag the elusive sturgeon, which is beginning its fall migration.
The fish will spill out of the Blackwater, Yellow, Escambia and other rivers along the coast from Louisiana to Apalachicola and head toward their feeding grounds in the Gulf of Mexico."
Mobile Islamic Leader Calls Hammami An “Outlaw” - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com
Mobile Islamic Leader Calls Hammami An “Outlaw” - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com: "The imam of the Islamic Society of Mobile said Omar Hammami is ignorant, an outlaw and a 'low-life.'
Sheikh Ghassan Al-Barqawi spoke Wednesday night at the University of South Alabama on current events in Islam.
Al Barqawi said Hammami 'is not associated with me in any way, shape, or form. I will not allow my name to be associated with such kind of low-lifes.'"
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Sheikh Ghassan Al-Barqawi spoke Wednesday night at the University of South Alabama on current events in Islam.
Al Barqawi said Hammami 'is not associated with me in any way, shape, or form. I will not allow my name to be associated with such kind of low-lifes.'"
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Hybrid Plant Coming To “Sweet Home Alabama” - Montgomery Alabama - WKRG.com
Hybrid Plant Coming To “Sweet Home Alabama” - Montgomery Alabama - WKRG.com: "MONTGOMERY, Alabama - A new auto manufacturer, headed by a former Chinese auto executive, wants to build its first assembly plant in Bay Minette.
Governor Bob Riley made the announcement Thursday afternoon at the State Capitol during a news conference streamed live on wkrg.com. Confirming a story News 5 broke on Tuesday, Riley said HK Motors plans to build 300,000 hybrid cars a year. He also said the new plant would create 5,000 hi-tech, green, high paying jobs.
Click play to listen to the news conference."
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Governor Bob Riley made the announcement Thursday afternoon at the State Capitol during a news conference streamed live on wkrg.com. Confirming a story News 5 broke on Tuesday, Riley said HK Motors plans to build 300,000 hybrid cars a year. He also said the new plant would create 5,000 hi-tech, green, high paying jobs.
Click play to listen to the news conference."
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Bay Minette to get new auto plant | Fox10tv.com
Bay Minette to get new auto plant | Fox10tv.com: "BAY MINETTE, Ala. - Thursday night, The Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance held a reception to inform investors about the Hybrid Kinetic Motors plant scheduled to be built in Bay Minette.
Company CEO Chuantao 'CT' Wang says he's developing the vehicles because he wants to see a 'greener' economy. 'Green economy comes in two parts. One, alternative fuel with higher energy efficiency. The second part is environmentally friendly,' said Wang."
Company CEO Chuantao 'CT' Wang says he's developing the vehicles because he wants to see a 'greener' economy. 'Green economy comes in two parts. One, alternative fuel with higher energy efficiency. The second part is environmentally friendly,' said Wang."
Former Chinese auto exec bringing hybrid plant to Baldwin County | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and
Former Chinese auto exec bringing hybrid plant to Baldwin County | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "His name in China was Yang Rong. But, he used that name when he was president of one of China's largest auto manufacturers and before his relationship with China went south.
When that happened, Rong went west to America, taking the name Benjamin Yeung and bringing his car company dreams to Baldwin County."
When that happened, Rong went west to America, taking the name Benjamin Yeung and bringing his car company dreams to Baldwin County."
Hybrid cars and jobs headed to Baldwin County | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Hybrid cars and jobs headed to Baldwin County | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "Thursday's announcement could be one of the biggest economic boosts to south Alabama in years: an automotive plant bringing 5,000 jobs to Baldwin County.
Governor Bob Riley announced Thursday that a group of Chinese investors plans to build a large-scale hybrid automobile manufacturing plant north of Bay Minette. The plant would actually be located in Rabun, which is an unincorporated, rural community in north Baldwin County."
Governor Bob Riley announced Thursday that a group of Chinese investors plans to build a large-scale hybrid automobile manufacturing plant north of Bay Minette. The plant would actually be located in Rabun, which is an unincorporated, rural community in north Baldwin County."
Motorcycle wrecks in Mississippi, Alabama are fatal for two - al.com
Motorcycle wrecks in Mississippi, Alabama are fatal for two - al.com: "Two men died in separate motorcycle accidents this week and, according to authorities, speed was a factor in both wrecks.
Gulf Shores resident Gregory Alan Joly died Monday just north of Gulf Shores, according to authorities, while Mobile resident Lance Harbison died Wednesday night on Bayou Cumbest Road in Orange Grove, Miss."
Gulf Shores resident Gregory Alan Joly died Monday just north of Gulf Shores, according to authorities, while Mobile resident Lance Harbison died Wednesday night on Bayou Cumbest Road in Orange Grove, Miss."
Thursday, September 24, 2009
New car company makes Ala. home - WSFA 12 News Montgomery, AL |
New car company makes Ala. home - WSFA 12 News Montgomery, AL |: "MONTGOMERY, AL (WSFA) - Governor Bob Riley says another car company is about to call Alabama home. HK Motors will set up its first North American production plant in Baldwin County.
The announcement was the first of three major projects that are coming to Alabama. The other two will be revealed at some point within the week.
HK Motors, a Chinese company, will build hybrid automobiles and put thousands of Alabamians to work.
Riley said the project would create more than 5,000 new jobs.
More information shortly...."
The announcement was the first of three major projects that are coming to Alabama. The other two will be revealed at some point within the week.
HK Motors, a Chinese company, will build hybrid automobiles and put thousands of Alabamians to work.
Riley said the project would create more than 5,000 new jobs.
More information shortly...."
Andy Andrews - Inspirational Corporate Speaker - Bestselling Author
Andy Andrews - Inspirational Corporate Speaker - Bestselling Author: "Last week, two people drowned on Perdido Key.
Our house is not on the beach, but we do live near it and every time something tragic happens in or around our coastal community, the news spreads quickly. Unfortunately, drownings are a fairly common occurrence anywhere tourists and saltwater meet. In fact, on the same day two people from out-of-state lost their lives, eleven more were rescued by lifeguards.
Why did this happen? Why such a large number of incidences at one time? The locals knew why . . .
Riptide."
Our house is not on the beach, but we do live near it and every time something tragic happens in or around our coastal community, the news spreads quickly. Unfortunately, drownings are a fairly common occurrence anywhere tourists and saltwater meet. In fact, on the same day two people from out-of-state lost their lives, eleven more were rescued by lifeguards.
Why did this happen? Why such a large number of incidences at one time? The locals knew why . . .
Riptide."
Secret's Out: Big Business Coming to Baldwin! | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping
Secret's Out: Big Business Coming to Baldwin! | Local15tv.com, Mobile & Pensacola News, Entertainment, Videos, Business Search and Shopping: "There's a lot of mystery surrounding 3000 acres of timberland, just northeast of Bay Minette. It's a rural area, not many businesses are around, but the land borders something very attractive to industrial companies.. highways.
For that reason, the Economic Development Alliance says several big companies are vying for the property. They're hinting a big announcement could be coming soon."
For that reason, the Economic Development Alliance says several big companies are vying for the property. They're hinting a big announcement could be coming soon."
Chamber merger dialogue defunct - al.com
Chamber merger dialogue defunct - al.com: "FOLEY — After flirting for several months with the idea of merging into a single business advocacy group, the Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce and the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce have discontinued talks of coming together.
In an e-mail to members sent Tuesday afternoon, Jerry Jackson, chairman of the Foley-based South Baldwin Chamber, wrote that that organization's executive committee 'has decided not to recommend pursuit of further merger talks' with its Gulf Shores- and Orange Beach-centered counterpart.
'The committee's efforts culminated in the membership survey, the results of which we discussed at length during our board meeting last Monday,' wrote Jackson, vice president with BankTrust who manages its Foley office. 'While the survey did indicate significant interest in a merger, the level of interest was not sufficient to give a clear mandate for merger.'"
In an e-mail to members sent Tuesday afternoon, Jerry Jackson, chairman of the Foley-based South Baldwin Chamber, wrote that that organization's executive committee 'has decided not to recommend pursuit of further merger talks' with its Gulf Shores- and Orange Beach-centered counterpart.
'The committee's efforts culminated in the membership survey, the results of which we discussed at length during our board meeting last Monday,' wrote Jackson, vice president with BankTrust who manages its Foley office. 'While the survey did indicate significant interest in a merger, the level of interest was not sufficient to give a clear mandate for merger.'"
Man behind hybrid plan rose and fell in China - al.com
Man behind hybrid plan rose and fell in China - al.com: "He was one of the top auto executives in China, negotiating a venture with German automaker BMW, before he was charged with economic crimes and fled the country.
Now, 52-year-old Benjamin Yeung, known in China as Yang Rong, is the driving force behind an apparent plan to build a hybrid vehicle plant near Bay Minette.
Yeung has a dynamic but contentious business history, and the scale of his proposed American venture has raised eyebrows among U.S. analysts, in part because the plant's financing will rely, at least in part, on overseas investors who want legal entry into the U.S."
Now, 52-year-old Benjamin Yeung, known in China as Yang Rong, is the driving force behind an apparent plan to build a hybrid vehicle plant near Bay Minette.
Yeung has a dynamic but contentious business history, and the scale of his proposed American venture has raised eyebrows among U.S. analysts, in part because the plant's financing will rely, at least in part, on overseas investors who want legal entry into the U.S."
Source says huge hybrid auto plant coming to Bay Minette area - al.com
Source says huge hybrid auto plant coming to Bay Minette area - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — A Chinese auto tycoon plans to manufacture hybrid vehicles in north Baldwin County, according to a state official with extensive knowledge of the project.
Gov. Bob Riley will make the formal announcement at a news conference today in Montgomery, according to the official, who declined to speak on the record. Riley's office has scheduled a 1:30 p.m. news conference at the state Capitol to reveal 'a new economic development project coming to Alabama.'
Hybrid Kinetic Motors Corp. would use a 3,000-acre industrial megasite, making an initial investment of at least $1 billion and creating 'several thousand' jobs in the project's first phase, said the official who spoke to the Press-Register."
Gov. Bob Riley will make the formal announcement at a news conference today in Montgomery, according to the official, who declined to speak on the record. Riley's office has scheduled a 1:30 p.m. news conference at the state Capitol to reveal 'a new economic development project coming to Alabama.'
Hybrid Kinetic Motors Corp. would use a 3,000-acre industrial megasite, making an initial investment of at least $1 billion and creating 'several thousand' jobs in the project's first phase, said the official who spoke to the Press-Register."
Get your pirate face on | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
Get your pirate face on | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "The Pirates of Lost Treasure, Perdido Key's oldest and most notorious Mardi Gras krewe, will present its early autumn fishing tournament, Pirates of Lost Treasure Pirates On The Gulf: Trolling For Booty Fishing Tournament on Saturday and Sunday."
Taylor Hicks is literally in control of his future - Mullet Wrapper
Mullet Wrapper: "By Fran Thompson
It’s a good story anyway. But it’s local because he spent much time here, and his grandmother is a local icon. Taylor Hicks decided to use a voucher he earned from a Katrina cancelled airline flight he had booked to attend an Auburn pal’s wedding. He later used the voucher for a Las Vegas holiday. Coincidentally, American Idol auditions were being held in Vegas that very weekend. Taylor had wanted to audition earlier that summer in Memphis. But it didn’t work out. With a Ray Charles riff and some goofiness, he nailed the Vegas audition and earned a trip to L.A. to compete on national TV as one of two dozen American Idol finalists. From the start, Taylor’s material set him apart, and it was evident to the A.I. judges that he covered old blues like he meant it."
It’s a good story anyway. But it’s local because he spent much time here, and his grandmother is a local icon. Taylor Hicks decided to use a voucher he earned from a Katrina cancelled airline flight he had booked to attend an Auburn pal’s wedding. He later used the voucher for a Las Vegas holiday. Coincidentally, American Idol auditions were being held in Vegas that very weekend. Taylor had wanted to audition earlier that summer in Memphis. But it didn’t work out. With a Ray Charles riff and some goofiness, he nailed the Vegas audition and earned a trip to L.A. to compete on national TV as one of two dozen American Idol finalists. From the start, Taylor’s material set him apart, and it was evident to the A.I. judges that he covered old blues like he meant it."
Suspected Terrorist’s Father Talks With News 5 - Daphne Alabama - WKRG.com
Suspected Terrorist’s Father Talks With News 5 - Daphne Alabama - WKRG.com: "DAPHNE, Alabama - Two weeks ago, we learned about Omar Hammami, who was born and raised in Daphne, Alabama and who was linked a terrorist group in Somalia.
Extremist websites were showing video featuring a terrorist called Abu Mansour al-Amriki.
Al-Amriki's real name is Omar Hammami and his terrorist grounp is linked to Al-Qaeda.
After that story broke, Shafik Hammami, Omar's father, Shafik Hammami, contacted News 5's Mel Showers, saying he wanted to tell people about his son."
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Extremist websites were showing video featuring a terrorist called Abu Mansour al-Amriki.
Al-Amriki's real name is Omar Hammami and his terrorist grounp is linked to Al-Qaeda.
After that story broke, Shafik Hammami, Omar's father, Shafik Hammami, contacted News 5's Mel Showers, saying he wanted to tell people about his son."
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Chinese Auto Tycoon Needs Money - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com
Chinese Auto Tycoon Needs Money - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com: "BAY MINETTE, Alabama - After hearing that a new auto plant has its sights set on Bay Minette, you wanted to know more.
Governor Bob Riley is expected to make it official on Thursday afternoon and release more information about the plan.
In the meantime, we have information about the company called Hybrid Kinetic Automotive that you might find interesting."
WKRG.com News
Governor Bob Riley is expected to make it official on Thursday afternoon and release more information about the plan.
In the meantime, we have information about the company called Hybrid Kinetic Automotive that you might find interesting."
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Windmill to provide power to market | Fox10tv.com
Windmill to provide power to market | Fox10tv.com: "FAIRHOPE, Ala. - Locals will tell you the new Windmill Market under construction in Fairhope is serious about its name and image.
Nine-year-old Nate Cook and a group of his friends got a break from their home schooling Wednesday, to cut the cord on the new windmill at the Windmill Market."
Nine-year-old Nate Cook and a group of his friends got a break from their home schooling Wednesday, to cut the cord on the new windmill at the Windmill Market."
Residents upset over park proposal | Fox10tv.com
Residents upset over park proposal | Fox10tv.com: "ELBERTA, Ala. - The Baldwin County Commission purchased 20 acres of land on Wolf Creek with plans of developing a park and boat launch.
At a town hall meeting Tuesday night, residents in the Elberta area voiced strong opinions against the development."
At a town hall meeting Tuesday night, residents in the Elberta area voiced strong opinions against the development."
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
American from Daphne AL Surfaces In New Jihadist Video
American Surfaces In New Jihadist Video Liveshots: "The most recognizable and outspoken voice of terrorist propaganda in war-torn Somalia has surfaced for the first time since being uncovered by FOX News as an American from Alabama.
Abu Mansour al-Amriki — or Omar Hammami as he was known — appears in a video posted online Tuesday by the group al-Shabaab, which has ties to Al Qaeda and was labeled a terrorist organization by the U.S. government last year. In the new video, al-Shabaab fighters pledge their allegiance to Usama bin Laden.
'I ask Allah to grant victory to the [Muslim fighters] in every land and under every sky,' says one fighter in the video, excerpts of which were provided to Fox News by the Washington-based Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI). 'We ask Allah that the Islamic Nation be liberated from invaders by the next [end of Ramadan] and [an Islamic state] be established by then.'"
Abu Mansour al-Amriki — or Omar Hammami as he was known — appears in a video posted online Tuesday by the group al-Shabaab, which has ties to Al Qaeda and was labeled a terrorist organization by the U.S. government last year. In the new video, al-Shabaab fighters pledge their allegiance to Usama bin Laden.
'I ask Allah to grant victory to the [Muslim fighters] in every land and under every sky,' says one fighter in the video, excerpts of which were provided to Fox News by the Washington-based Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI). 'We ask Allah that the Islamic Nation be liberated from invaders by the next [end of Ramadan] and [an Islamic state] be established by then.'"
Habitat sets Chili Cook-Off - al.com
Habitat sets Chili Cook-Off - al.com: "Submitted by Colette Boehm
Chili teams will vie for top honors at the Habitat for Humanity Chili Cook-Off on Saturday at Heritage Park in Foley.
Tickets are $5, and the cook-off will begin at 9 a.m. Chili tasting is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Proceeds will benefit Habitat's Women Build project."
Chili teams will vie for top honors at the Habitat for Humanity Chili Cook-Off on Saturday at Heritage Park in Foley.
Tickets are $5, and the cook-off will begin at 9 a.m. Chili tasting is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Proceeds will benefit Habitat's Women Build project."
South Baldwin man finds career in gutter business - al.com
South Baldwin man finds career in gutter business - al.com: "Working with his hands and being an entrepreneur are nothing new to Tim Robertson.
The son of a Navy engineer, Robertson grew up being his own mechanic and working on personal building projects.
'Since I was 15 years old, and even before, I always fixed my own stuff,' Robertson said. 'I had my own tools and I worked on cars and motorcycles. I even built my own house.'
After graduating from Munford High School, he attended trade schools, worked at car dealerships and even owned his own auto repair shop before moving south to Gulf Shores."
The son of a Navy engineer, Robertson grew up being his own mechanic and working on personal building projects.
'Since I was 15 years old, and even before, I always fixed my own stuff,' Robertson said. 'I had my own tools and I worked on cars and motorcycles. I even built my own house.'
After graduating from Munford High School, he attended trade schools, worked at car dealerships and even owned his own auto repair shop before moving south to Gulf Shores."
New Baldwin County Boat Launch - Miflin Alabama - WKRG.com
New Baldwin County Boat Launch - Miflin Alabama - WKRG.com: "MIFLIN, Alabama -
Bill Harris has lived on Wolf Creek in Baldwin County's Miflin community for five years. Harris recently found out the county will soon build a boat launch and parking lot capable of holding 150 boat trailers just feet from his property.
'I could be looking at a parking lot full of boat trailers and I'm not very happy about it,' says Harris."
WKRG.com News
Bill Harris has lived on Wolf Creek in Baldwin County's Miflin community for five years. Harris recently found out the county will soon build a boat launch and parking lot capable of holding 150 boat trailers just feet from his property.
'I could be looking at a parking lot full of boat trailers and I'm not very happy about it,' says Harris."
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Auto Plant In Bay Minette? - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com
Auto Plant In Bay Minette? - Bay Minette Alabama - WKRG.com: "BAY MINETTE, Alabama - A major announcement is expected this week about a new car plant in Baldwin County.
News 5 has confirmed that the name of the company is Hybrid Kinetic Automotive Holdings. The company is owned by an exiled Chinese auto executive named Yong 'Benjamin' Yeung."
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News 5 has confirmed that the name of the company is Hybrid Kinetic Automotive Holdings. The company is owned by an exiled Chinese auto executive named Yong 'Benjamin' Yeung."
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Web Wednesday: Free Speech May Not Be So Free - Parade.com - WKRG.com
Web Wednesday: Free Speech May Not Be So Free - Parade.com - WKRG.com: "The Internet can seem like an open forum for people to rant and rave. But more and more, individuals are being held to account for what they write. A Chicago realty company sued a tenant this summer for $50,000 after she wrote online that her apartment was moldy. Another blogger was ordered to pay $1.8 million after calling someone a “failed lawyer.” A suit filed by a chiropractor who received a negative review online was settled out of court.
Many of us rely on Web reviews for honest feedback about everything from restaurants to electronics to doctors. But when does opinion cross the line into libel?"
Many of us rely on Web reviews for honest feedback about everything from restaurants to electronics to doctors. But when does opinion cross the line into libel?"
Baldwin Co. schools look for volunteers | Fox10tv.com
Baldwin Co. schools look for volunteers | Fox10tv.com: "BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. - From the transportation division to the classroom, more than 200 workers in the Baldwin County School System will be laid off October first. It's a critical situation that led to a plea from School Superintendent Dr. Faron Hollinger.
'Baldwin County has a history of coming together in a time of crisis, and we believe that will be the same here,' Dr. Hollinger said."
'Baldwin County has a history of coming together in a time of crisis, and we believe that will be the same here,' Dr. Hollinger said."
Elberta residents angry over park | Fox10tv.com
Elberta residents angry over park | Fox10tv.com: "ELBERTA, Ala. - Elberta, Ala. - A town hall meeting in Elberta was held Tuesday night to discuss plans to develop a 20 acre park and boat launch on Wolf Creek. Baldwin County Commissioner Charles Grouber came to the meeting to explain the plans to concerned residents.
Tension was high among neighbors, in fact right as the meeting began, one man called for a vote on the matter."
Tension was high among neighbors, in fact right as the meeting began, one man called for a vote on the matter."
Garbage contract extension considered - al.com
Garbage contract extension considered - al.com: "GULF SHORES — Allied Waste Services, which holds a soon-to-expire contract to collect residential garbage throughout the city, has asked the council to extend its deal for another year.
Municipal officials said Monday that they're inclined to do so to lock in rates through 2010 and give them time to evaluate a recycling program at Baldwin County's Magnolia Landfill that could alleviate the need for a local recycling service.
Gulf Shores residents currently pay $61.08 per quarter. That buys them twice-weekly garbage pickup and a midweek collection of recyclables."
Municipal officials said Monday that they're inclined to do so to lock in rates through 2010 and give them time to evaluate a recycling program at Baldwin County's Magnolia Landfill that could alleviate the need for a local recycling service.
Gulf Shores residents currently pay $61.08 per quarter. That buys them twice-weekly garbage pickup and a midweek collection of recyclables."
WINE TIME: Curtis Flower of Distinctive Kitchens | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
WINE TIME: Curtis Flower of Distinctive Kitchens | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "WSRE is gearing up for its 21st annual Wine & Food Classic, scheduled for Oct. 18 at the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front. This year's event will be a sit-down gourmet dinner prepared by five of the area's most talented chefs. The wines that will be complementing the array of gourmet delights were chosen in a recent wine judging at Distinctive Kitchens in downtown Pensacola."
Swann appointed Mobile Bay NEP director - Baldwin County NOW
Swann appointed Mobile Bay NEP director - Baldwin County NOW: "FAIRHOPE, Ala. — There has been a changing of the guard at the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program. Roberta Swann, the longtime deputy director of the agency under Capt. David Yeager, has been named as his permanent replacement.
Swann came to work for MBNEP in August 2004. She served as interim director for much of the time since Yeager retired in June 2008.
The Melrose, Mass. native has a bachelor of science degree in economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a master’s degree in business administration from Boston University."
Swann came to work for MBNEP in August 2004. She served as interim director for much of the time since Yeager retired in June 2008.
The Melrose, Mass. native has a bachelor of science degree in economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a master’s degree in business administration from Boston University."
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
University of Mobile Athletics - Go Rams!
University of Mobile Athletics - Go Rams!: "ORANGE BEACH, Ala-- The University of Mobile of Mobile men's and women's soccer tournaments will take place Sept. 25-26 at the Orange Beach Sportsplex in Orange Beach, AL.
The UM Soccer Classic will feature some talented teams and four games each day. The men will play at 2 pm, followed by women's games at 4:30 pm. Friday's men's games will be Cumberlands v. Oklahoma City and Mobile v. Oklahoma Baptist. The women will feature William Carey v. Azusa Pacific and Mobile v. Oklahoma City. Saturday's men's action will pit Cumberlands v. Oklahoma Baptist and Mobile v. Oklahoma City. The women will finish things off with William Carey and Oklahoma City battling and Mobile facing Azusa Pacific."
The UM Soccer Classic will feature some talented teams and four games each day. The men will play at 2 pm, followed by women's games at 4:30 pm. Friday's men's games will be Cumberlands v. Oklahoma City and Mobile v. Oklahoma Baptist. The women will feature William Carey v. Azusa Pacific and Mobile v. Oklahoma City. Saturday's men's action will pit Cumberlands v. Oklahoma Baptist and Mobile v. Oklahoma City. The women will finish things off with William Carey and Oklahoma City battling and Mobile facing Azusa Pacific."
Piratefest Weekend in Orange Beach
Piratefest Weekend in Orange Beach: "September 22, 2009 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA)- This weekend pirate fun and music will take the island as Happy Harbor Marina becomes a playground for swashbucklers and landlubbers alike.
The Pirate themed event launches on Friday evening at 6pm and runs through Sunday. Festival activities include live music and children's activities plus food, arts and crafts booths by local merchants."
The Pirate themed event launches on Friday evening at 6pm and runs through Sunday. Festival activities include live music and children's activities plus food, arts and crafts booths by local merchants."
Party Like A Rock Star in Orange Beach
September 22, 2009 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA) - One of the great things about living on the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast is having easy access to the vast amount of musical talent in the area. This past June was no exception.
What started as a dream for Curtis and Chris Simmons in the West Virginia Mountains has brought these high-energy identical twins to Orange Beach. The Simmons Brothers, now living in Nashville, came to the Gulf Coast to shoot their first music video for the title track of their new album, Party Like a Rock Star.
Click here to read the full article and watch the music video, Party Like A Rock Star.
Orange Beach Residents Make Honor Flight
Orange Beach Residents Make Honor Flight: "Orange Beach, AL (OBA) - On Wednesday, September 16, 2009, two Orange Beach residents were aboard the second trip for Honor Flight—South Alabama. Ed Borman and Ezell McLain were among the 92 veterans and 40 volunteer guardians that flew to Washington, DC before dawn and returned to Mobile Regional Airport after 7pm that evening. The day’s events included visiting the World War II Memorial, where they were met by US Senator Jeff Sessions and US Representative Jo Bonner, as well as former US Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole The men and women also visited the other Memorials on the National Mall and the Arlington National Cemetery."
Input sought on new park construction - al.com
Input sought on new park construction - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — Baldwin County officials bought property for a new park and boat launch on Wolf Creek with public funds for public enjoyment.
Now they want to get the most out of the site without its becoming a public nuisance to nearby residents.
With that in mind, a town hall-style meeting has been scheduled for 7 tonight at the Miflin Community Center, 24163 Miflin Road in Elberta."
Now they want to get the most out of the site without its becoming a public nuisance to nearby residents.
With that in mind, a town hall-style meeting has been scheduled for 7 tonight at the Miflin Community Center, 24163 Miflin Road in Elberta."
Schools across Mobile Bay area prepare for swine flu shots - al.com
Schools across Mobile Bay area prepare for swine flu shots - al.com: "Public and private schools in Mobile and Baldwin counties are making plans to provide thousands of H1N1 vaccine injections to students when the serum becomes available in mid-October.
Mobile County's school system — Alabama's largest — will need hundreds of volunteers, including parents and health care workers, to assist at clinics at more than 90 campuses, according to Wanda Hannon, supervisor for health and social services.
Students at greater risk for complications will receive the shots first, she said."
Mobile County's school system — Alabama's largest — will need hundreds of volunteers, including parents and health care workers, to assist at clinics at more than 90 campuses, according to Wanda Hannon, supervisor for health and social services.
Students at greater risk for complications will receive the shots first, she said."
Former Auburn punter takes plea deal in arson case - al.com
Former Auburn punter takes plea deal in arson case - al.com: "Baldwin County businessman Tommy Lunceford Jr. insisted to the end that he did not set a fire that destroyed his own building off Ala. 59 in Gulf Shores in November 2007.
With a looming trial that would have featured strong evidence against him, however, Lunceford on Monday accepted a carefully negotiated plea bargain in Mobile's federal court.
Prosecutors let Lunceford enter a 'best interests' guilty plea to arson, which allows him to acknowledge that prosecutors could have proven their case, without explicitly admitting that he set the fire."
With a looming trial that would have featured strong evidence against him, however, Lunceford on Monday accepted a carefully negotiated plea bargain in Mobile's federal court.
Prosecutors let Lunceford enter a 'best interests' guilty plea to arson, which allows him to acknowledge that prosecutors could have proven their case, without explicitly admitting that he set the fire."
Kennedy Weighs In On Tanker - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com
Kennedy Weighs In On Tanker - Mobile Alabama - WKRG.com: "MOBILE, Alabama - He might be friends with Washington Congressman Norm Dicks but U.S. Representative Patrick Kennedy seems open-minded about the tanker contest.
The U.S. Representative from Rhode Island toured Mobile's Brookley Field after a fundraiser in the Port City.
Kennedy believes that Northrop Grumman and EADS have a good shot at winning the contest again. The Northrop team beat Boeing last year to build the new fleet of Air Force refuelers. After Boeing protested, the contest was tossed out when a watchdog group found problems with the process."
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The U.S. Representative from Rhode Island toured Mobile's Brookley Field after a fundraiser in the Port City.
Kennedy believes that Northrop Grumman and EADS have a good shot at winning the contest again. The Northrop team beat Boeing last year to build the new fleet of Air Force refuelers. After Boeing protested, the contest was tossed out when a watchdog group found problems with the process."
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Good Samaritans rally to help woman | Fox10tv.com
Good Samaritans rally to help woman | Fox10tv.com: "LOXLEY, Ala. - Earlier in September, FOX10 told you about a 94-year-old Loxley woman who saved her money to paint her home. Unfortunately, two thieves stole all of her hard-saved money. Now some Good Samaritans have come to her rescue.
Police say two men went inside Estelle Hayes' home and stole the money she had been saving to paint the outside of her house. The house used to be a dingy gray color, but not anymore.
People in the community came together over the weekend to repaint the outside of her home. After seeing FOX10's report, her neighbors and church members volunteered to do the work, at no charge."
Police say two men went inside Estelle Hayes' home and stole the money she had been saving to paint the outside of her house. The house used to be a dingy gray color, but not anymore.
People in the community came together over the weekend to repaint the outside of her home. After seeing FOX10's report, her neighbors and church members volunteered to do the work, at no charge."
Fallen Marine receives Purple Heart | Fox10tv.com
Fallen Marine receives Purple Heart | Fox10tv.com: "PERDIDO, Ala. - On the same weekend President Barack Obama commented on the military's request to sent more troops to Afghanistan, a mother received the Purple Heart in honor of her son.
Lance Corporal Bruce Ferrell, 21, was killed in Afghanistan last month by an improvised explosive device, or IED."
Lance Corporal Bruce Ferrell, 21, was killed in Afghanistan last month by an improvised explosive device, or IED."
Flooding concerns | Fox10tv.com
Flooding concerns | Fox10tv.com: "If it seems like it's rained every day, you're right. There has been 12 days straight of measurable rain in Mobile, and ten days in Pensacola. So we're saturated but we still have to deal with all the rain falling north of us as it moves down our rivers."
No insurance No problem | Fox10tv.com
No insurance No problem | Fox10tv.com: "PENSACOLA, Fla. - It's been 5 years since Cindy Lannie has had insurance.
She said, 'All my life I've had insurance because I was a business owner. My life turned and I'm just like everybody else, working at Burger King making 7.50 an hour.'
Recently she discovered a lump, but she doesn't have the money to go to a doctor. Well now there's a place she can afford. Nurse Practitioner Dixie Thompson has watched congress debate the health care issue but she says many people don't have time to wait. So she opened a low cost clinic that accepts people without insurance."
She said, 'All my life I've had insurance because I was a business owner. My life turned and I'm just like everybody else, working at Burger King making 7.50 an hour.'
Recently she discovered a lump, but she doesn't have the money to go to a doctor. Well now there's a place she can afford. Nurse Practitioner Dixie Thompson has watched congress debate the health care issue but she says many people don't have time to wait. So she opened a low cost clinic that accepts people without insurance."
Monday, September 21, 2009
Rare giant squid captured by sperm whale researchers in Gulf of Mexico | New Orleans Metro Real Time News - - NOLA.com
Rare giant squid captured by sperm whale researchers in Gulf of Mexico | New Orleans Metro Real Time News - - NOLA.com: "Looking something like an alien being from the movie 'Independence Day,' the 19 1/2-foot-long, 103-pound giant squid pulled from 1,500 feet beneath the Gulf of Mexico recently is helping marine scientists better understand the eating habits of sperm whales.
Biologists with the Minerals Management Service are attempting to identify the fish and squid species preferred by the estimated 1,665 sperm whales that call the Gulf their home, said MMS research biologist Deborah Epperson."
Biologists with the Minerals Management Service are attempting to identify the fish and squid species preferred by the estimated 1,665 sperm whales that call the Gulf their home, said MMS research biologist Deborah Epperson."
Golf Gulf Shores: The Grass is Always Greener on a New Putting Surface
Golf Gulf Shores: The Grass is Always Greener on a New Putting Surface: "I love when something great gets better, and Kiva Dunes Golf Club is definitely something great—and it just got better.
First, I’m not the only one who thinks Kiva Dunes is an awesome golf course. Golfweek listed the course as one of 2009’s “Best Courses You Can Play,” and Golf Digest ranked it as one of “America’s 100 Best Public Golf Courses.” It’s easy to see why: a beachfront golf resort with a course set amid native sand dunes, lakes and natural wildlife—what’s not to love?"
First, I’m not the only one who thinks Kiva Dunes is an awesome golf course. Golfweek listed the course as one of 2009’s “Best Courses You Can Play,” and Golf Digest ranked it as one of “America’s 100 Best Public Golf Courses.” It’s easy to see why: a beachfront golf resort with a course set amid native sand dunes, lakes and natural wildlife—what’s not to love?"
Golf Coast: 5 Reasons to Vacation in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Golf Coast: 5 Reasons to Vacation in Gulf Shores, Alabama: "5 Reasons to Vacation in Gulf Shores, Alabama
For in the continental United States, sometimes get the old resorts a bit, well, old. It's hard to leave the same book over and over and really enjoy the time you are declining. It seems that everywhere the same, you 've seen it all, and that's all there is to it. But the chances are that you would be unlikely to Gulf Shores, Alabama away.
In Gulf Shores, you will notice that everything about the USA and the tropical feel of an island getaway love. From the lush palm trees, beautiful white sand beaches, Gulf Shores offers so much without actually leaving the States. Want more reasons why you should come here on your next vacation? Here are 5 reasons that you have your next vacation in Gulf Shores Alabama Book:"
For in the continental United States, sometimes get the old resorts a bit, well, old. It's hard to leave the same book over and over and really enjoy the time you are declining. It seems that everywhere the same, you 've seen it all, and that's all there is to it. But the chances are that you would be unlikely to Gulf Shores, Alabama away.
In Gulf Shores, you will notice that everything about the USA and the tropical feel of an island getaway love. From the lush palm trees, beautiful white sand beaches, Gulf Shores offers so much without actually leaving the States. Want more reasons why you should come here on your next vacation? Here are 5 reasons that you have your next vacation in Gulf Shores Alabama Book:"
BALDWIN COURT DIGEST - al.com
BALDWIN COURT DIGEST - al.com: "BAY MINETTE — A Baldwin County jury found a Bon Secour man guilty Wednesday — and a judge sentenced him to life in prison — for the 2006 shaking of his infant daughter, who three years later suffers from brain injury and blindness, according to prosecutors.
Ralph Herbert, 39, was found guilty of second-degree domestic violence, a charge that usually carries two to 10 years imprisonment.
Due to Rammage's six prior criminal convictions, visiting Circuit Judge Braxton Kittrell, formerly on the Mobile County Circuit Court, enhanced the sentence to the maximum of life in prison."
Ralph Herbert, 39, was found guilty of second-degree domestic violence, a charge that usually carries two to 10 years imprisonment.
Due to Rammage's six prior criminal convictions, visiting Circuit Judge Braxton Kittrell, formerly on the Mobile County Circuit Court, enhanced the sentence to the maximum of life in prison."
COCAINE BELIEVED WASHED ASHORE - al.com
COCAINE BELIEVED WASHED ASHORE - al.com: "Two packages believed to contain cocaine washed ashore Saturday on Dauphin Island. Authorities are expected to run tests today to determine if it is cocaine, a city official said Sunday.
Mayor Jeff Collier said Sunday that he talked to Dauphin Police Chief George Goodwin late Saturday evening about the packages.
'Two packages a little bigger than a brick' had washed on shore on Dauphin Island's west end, on the south side of the island near some residences, Collier said."
Mayor Jeff Collier said Sunday that he talked to Dauphin Police Chief George Goodwin late Saturday evening about the packages.
'Two packages a little bigger than a brick' had washed on shore on Dauphin Island's west end, on the south side of the island near some residences, Collier said."
2 saved from capsized boat - al.com
2 saved from capsized boat - al.com: "The U.S. Coast Guard rescued two boaters early Sunday morning, officials said in a news release.
Coast Guard Sector Mobile received a call about 9:30 p.m. Saturday from the relatives who said the boaters did not return at the time they were expected, said spokesman Petty Officer 3rd class Tom Atkeson, based in New Orleans.
Two brothers, Michael Lyons, 53, and Stephen Lyons, 55, both of Mobile, were aboard a 16-foot catamaran, Atkeson said Sunday."
Coast Guard Sector Mobile received a call about 9:30 p.m. Saturday from the relatives who said the boaters did not return at the time they were expected, said spokesman Petty Officer 3rd class Tom Atkeson, based in New Orleans.
Two brothers, Michael Lyons, 53, and Stephen Lyons, 55, both of Mobile, were aboard a 16-foot catamaran, Atkeson said Sunday."
Gulf Islands seashore gets day in the sun | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal
Gulf Islands seashore gets day in the sun | pnj.com | Pensacola News Journal: "When Jill Hubbs learned acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns was producing a series about America's national parks, she asked him to come and see our version of the Grand Canyon or Yellowstone.
"Gulf Islands National Seashore is a treasure in the National Park System," said Hubbs, director of education, outreach and content development at WSRE-TV.
"Gulf Islands has a little bit of everything you're going to find in any national park: beaches, forest, salt marshes, bayous, historical structures, archaeological sites, nature trails, wildlife of all descriptions," she said of the 160 miles of islands, seashores and other areas dotting the Gulf Coast from Ship Island, Miss., to Okaloosa Island near Destin."
"Gulf Islands National Seashore is a treasure in the National Park System," said Hubbs, director of education, outreach and content development at WSRE-TV.
"Gulf Islands has a little bit of everything you're going to find in any national park: beaches, forest, salt marshes, bayous, historical structures, archaeological sites, nature trails, wildlife of all descriptions," she said of the 160 miles of islands, seashores and other areas dotting the Gulf Coast from Ship Island, Miss., to Okaloosa Island near Destin."
Heart Walk raised thousands of dollars | Fox10tv.com
Heart Walk raised thousands of dollars | Fox10tv.com: "FAIRHOPE, Ala - It was just a walk, but each step taken Sunday made a difference. The Heart Start Walk at Five Rivers on the causeway raised thousands of dollars to fight Americas number one killer, heart disease.
When it comes to heart disease, just about everyone has a story. A friend, a family member, we've all been touched. Idlia Manning was walking for her husband who died of heart failure and she encourages others to follow her example. ' Even if it's just a walk around the block the first week and add another block the next day. Eventually you're going to realize you feel so much better about yourself,' she said."
When it comes to heart disease, just about everyone has a story. A friend, a family member, we've all been touched. Idlia Manning was walking for her husband who died of heart failure and she encourages others to follow her example. ' Even if it's just a walk around the block the first week and add another block the next day. Eventually you're going to realize you feel so much better about yourself,' she said."
2 missing boaters rescued in Mobile Bay | Fox10tv.com
2 missing boaters rescued in Mobile Bay | Fox10tv.com: "MOBILE, Ala. (AP) - The Coast Guard has rescued two missing boaters in Mobile Bay.
A family member of the unidentified boaters called officials at 9:30 p.m. Saturday to report that two boaters aboard a 16-foot catamaran had not returned."
A family member of the unidentified boaters called officials at 9:30 p.m. Saturday to report that two boaters aboard a 16-foot catamaran had not returned."
Changes coming to Gulf Shores Wal-Mart - Baldwin County NOW
Changes coming to Gulf Shores Wal-Mart - Baldwin County NOW: "GULF SHORES, Ala. — Even though the store is only five years old, the Gulf Shores Wal-Mart on east Fort Morgan Road is getting a facelift. Actually, it is a full-blown renovation.
So as the seasons change, so will the look and feel of the local retail giant.
Temporary storage pods were placed alongside the store last month to help relocate some inventory and fixtures while the remodeling takes place."
So as the seasons change, so will the look and feel of the local retail giant.
Temporary storage pods were placed alongside the store last month to help relocate some inventory and fixtures while the remodeling takes place."
Celebrating what we have - Baldwin County NOW
Celebrating what we have - Baldwin County NOW: "GULF SHORES, Ala. — Despite spending cuts, shortfalls and layoffs; despite dealing with more students and less teachers; despite having to rework class schedules to accommodate every students needs, Dr. Ernie Rosado, principal at Gulf Shores High School remains positive and optimistic.
“I know that we have been going through some tough times just like everyone has, but I like to concentrate on celebrating what we do have,” Dr. Rosado told the Gulf Shores City Council at a recent council meeting. “We are going to remain positive and we are going to do whatever needs to be done for our students.”
Recently, the high school staff losses included a cafeteria worker, a custodian, a receptionist in the front office, a counselor and 12 teachers."
“I know that we have been going through some tough times just like everyone has, but I like to concentrate on celebrating what we do have,” Dr. Rosado told the Gulf Shores City Council at a recent council meeting. “We are going to remain positive and we are going to do whatever needs to be done for our students.”
Recently, the high school staff losses included a cafeteria worker, a custodian, a receptionist in the front office, a counselor and 12 teachers."
Beach cities pass on grants - al.com
Beach cities pass on grants - al.com: "GULF SHORES — Last month, despite years of planning and a pledge from the federal government to pitch in more than $2.8 million, city officials decided to scuttle plans for a new fire station and a community storm shelter near Jack Edwards Airport.
Last week in Orange Beach, municipal officials decided to give the state $750,000 in federal money the city had gotten to buy waterfront property.
As both of Baldwin County's beach cities navigate their worst financial situations in recent memory, they're doing something that until very recently seemed unfathomable: turning down rich federal awards because of requirements to put up municipal money or add costs for new city programs."
Last week in Orange Beach, municipal officials decided to give the state $750,000 in federal money the city had gotten to buy waterfront property.
As both of Baldwin County's beach cities navigate their worst financial situations in recent memory, they're doing something that until very recently seemed unfathomable: turning down rich federal awards because of requirements to put up municipal money or add costs for new city programs."
Sunday, September 20, 2009
'Green' house leads Baldwin Parade - al.com
'Green' house leads Baldwin Parade - al.com: "Building a certified 'green' house for the Parade of Homes was a natural for builder Pat Achee, whose showcase home on a heavily wooded lot in The Waters at Fairhope off Ala. 181 reflects the outdoors with materials of cypress, cedar, pine and stacked stone.
'I'm a wood nut,' he said. 'I love to keep the trees outside and play with wood on the inside.'
The furnished showcase house will be one of 30 homes open for tours today and Sept. 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the 20th annual Parade of Homes held by the Baldwin County Home Builders Association."
'I'm a wood nut,' he said. 'I love to keep the trees outside and play with wood on the inside.'
The furnished showcase house will be one of 30 homes open for tours today and Sept. 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the 20th annual Parade of Homes held by the Baldwin County Home Builders Association."
Auxiliary fundraiser to be held Saturday - al.com
Auxiliary fundraiser to be held Saturday - al.com: "Submitted by Betty Thompson
The auxiliary of the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department plans a fish fry, bake sale and raffle of merchandise and services on Saturday to benefit department firefighters.
Serving hours will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 251-543-1116."
The auxiliary of the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department plans a fish fry, bake sale and raffle of merchandise and services on Saturday to benefit department firefighters.
Serving hours will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 251-543-1116."
Baldwin County Commission Work Session - al.com
Baldwin County Commission Work Session - al.com: "8:15 a.m. Tuesday Administrative Building
Staff Recommendations
A. Wanda Gautney, purchasing officer, to review:
1. Copy machine rental for the Baldwin County Revenue Commission.
2. Competitive Bid
No. WG09-42: purchase and installation of one walk-in cooler/freezer combination.
3. Competitive Bid
No. WG09-43: purchase and installation of an automated agenda workflow and meeting management solution."
Staff Recommendations
A. Wanda Gautney, purchasing officer, to review:
1. Copy machine rental for the Baldwin County Revenue Commission.
2. Competitive Bid
No. WG09-42: purchase and installation of one walk-in cooler/freezer combination.
3. Competitive Bid
No. WG09-43: purchase and installation of an automated agenda workflow and meeting management solution."
Foley City Council Work Session - al.com
Foley City Council Work Session - al.com: "3:30 p.m. Monday City Hall
Action Items
A. Approve work session minutes of Sept. 8.
B. Consider Foley Lions Club and The Trailblazers request to use Heritage Park and Pavilion. Carried over from Feb. 16, 2009, to review bike route with Police Department. If there is a consensus, move to council agenda to approve the use of the park and parade route and waive the fees for pavilion.
C. Daphne Dufrene, First Presbyterian Church of Foley: consider their request to use the stage for a fellowship event and concert Oct. 24, beginning at 2 p.m.
D. Consider American Cancer Society's request to use the Heritage Park and Pavilion as follows:"
Action Items
A. Approve work session minutes of Sept. 8.
B. Consider Foley Lions Club and The Trailblazers request to use Heritage Park and Pavilion. Carried over from Feb. 16, 2009, to review bike route with Police Department. If there is a consensus, move to council agenda to approve the use of the park and parade route and waive the fees for pavilion.
C. Daphne Dufrene, First Presbyterian Church of Foley: consider their request to use the stage for a fellowship event and concert Oct. 24, beginning at 2 p.m.
D. Consider American Cancer Society's request to use the Heritage Park and Pavilion as follows:"
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