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Mobile County is on the hunt for visionary proposals to revamp the Africa Town neighborhood plan with a focus on culturally responsive and economically driven strategies.

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Mobile County seeks implementation-ready master plan to update Africa Town neighborhood plan
Mobile County staff issued an RFP to update the 2016 Africa Town neighborhood plan, asking for an implementation-ready, culturally responsive master plan that includes site plans, funding strategies and community engagement. Proposals are due Oct. 26 at 5 p.m. Central.
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October 26, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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Mobile County Commissioners have entered an executive session to tackle urgent real estate issues and a potential contract breach—what's at stake?

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Commission recesses into executive session to discuss real property matters and potential contract breach
The Mobile County Commission voted verbally to enter executive session to discuss the sale or lease of real property and a brief potential breach-of-contract matter under the Alabama Open Meetings Act and then recessed; no public action or vote outcome on those matters was recorded in the public transcript.
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October 26, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Mobile County has unveiled crucial details for the Africa Town RFP, including submission deadlines and a timeline for proposal reviews—don't miss your chance to get involved!

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Mobile County details submission process, review schedule and expected award notification for Africa Town RFP
County staff said proposals can be submitted in person or by mail to Gordon Bauer (copy Renee Baron), must arrive by Oct. 26 at 5 p.m. Central, and outlined a review window Oct. 27–Nov. 13 with determinations Nov. 16–20 and a projected notification of award around Dec. 11.
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October 26, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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Mobile County is gearing up for a pivotal vote on Nov. 3, proposing $82 million for critical road and bridge improvements without raising taxes or incurring new debt!

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Mobile County highlights $82M PAYGo transportation plan ahead of Nov. 3 vote
County staff briefed commissioners on Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo), an $82 million package of 39 road projects and six bridges on the Nov. 3 ballot, emphasizing it would fund improvements with no new debt or taxes and citing the program's long track record since 1977.
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October 26, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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The Mobile County Commission is set to discuss a surprising $43,500 cut to a major shoreline restoration project—what does it mean for the future of Salt Aire?

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Environmental Services listed $43,500 contract reduction with Viking Dredging on shoreline restoration project
Environmental Services asked the commission to approve Change Order #1 with Viking Dredging, LLC decreasing the Salt Aire Shoreline Restoration contract by $43,500 to $7,436,501, with no change to the construction schedule. Item scheduled Oct. 22, 2026.
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October 26, 2026 at 4:40 AM
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Major changes are coming to Mobile County, including a 152-lot Kingsmill Subdivision proposal and a new floodplain administrator!

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Engineering items include Kingsmill 152‑lot proposal, right‑of‑way deeds, and a new floodplain administrator appointment
The Commission is scheduled to consider multiple Engineering Department items Oct. 26, 2026, including the proposed Kingsmill Subdivision (152 lots), acceptance of deeds for road projects, the resignation of the county Flood Plain Administrator, appointment of a replacement, and a 35 MPH speed limit setting for Hall Road.
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October 25, 2026 at 8:28 PM
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A proposed $131,938 increase to the Bayou La Batre City Docks project could reshape coastal restoration efforts in Mobile County, backed by a significant grant.

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Environmental Services asked commission to approve $131,938 change order for Bayou La Batre docks, reimbursed by RESTORE grant
Environmental Services requested Change Order No. 3 with Ben M. Radcliff Contractors to increase the Bayou La Batre City Docks redevelopment contract by $131,938 to $25,257,490, with RESTORE grant reimbursement cited as the funding source. The item was scheduled for Oct. 22, 2026.
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October 25, 2026 at 1:09 PM
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The Dave Patton House Renovation is set for a major financial shift, with a new internet proposal and a $129,100 contract increase bringing the total to over $4.54 million!

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Dave Patton House renovation records two conference change orders and a new internet proposal; revised contract now $4.54 million
The Commission will consider items related to the Dave Patton House Renovation at its Oct. 26, 2026 meeting, including a conference‑approved Change Order #2 that raises the contract by $129,100 to $4,541,117.66 (ARP02 funding) and a new internet services proposal with monthly cost $105.00.
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October 25, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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The Mobile County Commission is set to approve a $43,500 reduction in the Viking Dredging contract for the Salt Aire Shoreline Restoration, while also moving forward with plans for vital vegetative plantings at the Dauphin Island Causeway.

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Salt Aire shoreline restoration contract reduced by $43,500; county to advertise for related vegetative plantings
The Mobile County Commission will consider a change order reducing the Viking Dredging contract for Salt Aire Shoreline Restoration by $43,500 to $7,436,501, and authorization to advertise bids for vegetative plantings tied to the Dauphin Island Causeway project (NFWF‑62871‑57972). The items are on the Oct. 26, 2026 agenda at 10:00 a.m.
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October 25, 2026 at 1:08 PM
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A $131,938 change order is set to elevate the Bayou La Batre docks contract to over $25 million, fully funded by the RESTORE Grant!

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Change order raises Bayou La Batre docks contract to $25.26 million; cost to be reimbursed by RESTORE grant
The Mobile County Commission is scheduled to consider Change Order No. 3 that increases the Ben M. Radcliff contract for the Bayou La Batre City Docks by $131,938 to a new total of $25,257,490, with costs reimbursed by the RESTORE Grant. The item is on the Oct. 26, 2026 meeting agenda at 10:00 a.m.
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October 25, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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Gabriel Rogers was fatally shot on his 21st birthday at his home in Grand Bay, Alabama. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office says his longtime friend, 19-year-old Tucker Woods, was arrested and charged with murder.

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October 20, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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Mobile County has declared a state of emergency as a hurricane approaches, closing parks and opening shelters for residents in need.

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Mobile County declares local emergency, announces shelters and park closures ahead of approaching hurricane
Mobile County commissioners declared a local state of emergency, authorized emergency procurement measures, ordered Government Plaza closed tomorrow at 8 a.m., closed parks at 6 p.m. tonight, and EMA announced three shelters and urged voluntary evacuations for low-lying and manufactured-home areas.
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October 15, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Mobile County just secured a whopping $675,000 FEMA grant for port security and is investing millions in community projects and education—big changes are on the horizon!

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Commission approves multiple grants, contracts and appropriations including a $675,000 FEMA port-security award
The commission accepted a Fiscal Year 2026 FEMA Port Security Grant of $675,000 with a $225,000 local match, awarded several professional-services contracts and appropriations from district education funds, and approved construction and procurement items including a $2.32 million bid award for road projects.
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October 15, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Mobile County is set to enhance law enforcement in Prichard with a new agreement allowing the Sheriff's Office to step in for a year—are you curious about the costs and conditions involved?

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Commission considers one-year policing agreement with Prichard; terms include sheriff-provided officers and payment obligations
The commission read and discussed a proposed temporary intergovernmental agreement among Mobile County, the Sheriff's Office and the city of Prichard for sheriff-provided officers and equipment to enforce state law in Prichard for one year; the item included mandatory reporting and payment obligations and an indicated cost figure in the transcript.
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October 15, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Mobile County just secured a groundbreaking $5 million grant to enhance the Burnwood boat ramp and public access—transforming our waterfront experience!

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Commission approves $5 million MESA grant for Burnwood boat ramp and public access project
The commission authorized acceptance of a $5,000,000 MESA grant from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the Burnwood boat ramp and public access project and authorized execution of associated documents.
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September 30, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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Mobile County just approved a $232.9 million budget that not only raises employee pay but also transitions to a self-insured health plan—what does this mean for the community?

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Mobile County adopts $232.9 million FY2027 budget with 2.5% midyear COLA, shifts to self‑insured health plan
The Mobile County Commission approved a $232.9 million general fund budget for fiscal 2027 that includes a 2.5% midyear cost‑of‑living adjustment for employees and a transition to a self‑insured health plan budgeted at $17.9 million; commissioners said the plan preserves take‑home pay while they monitor claims and sales‑tax revenues.
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September 30, 2026 at 12:54 AM
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The Mobile County commission has gone into executive session to discuss a potentially game-changing economic development opportunity—what could this mean for the community?

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Commission recesses to executive session to discuss potential economic development
An attorney advised the commission to go into executive session to discuss a potential economic development matter, certified the legal basis under the Open Meetings Act and estimated the session would last about 30 minutes; commissioners voted to recess.
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September 29, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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Mobile County is moving forward with a series of significant contracts and a $5 million GOMESA grant that could reshape local infrastructure and public access!

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Commission advances several contracts and grants, including a $5 million GOMESA award and major Workday order forms
On the consent agenda the commission considered multiple contracts and amendments including a two-year EagleView aerial photography agreement, a $381,000 renovation bid for Strickland Youth Center, a Workday amendment totaling $2,962,168, and a $5,000,000 GOMESA grant for the Burnwood Boat Ramp project.
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September 28, 2026 at 11:21 AM
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Local veteran advocate Andre Brown is pushing for a full-service VA hospital at the University of South Alabama to ease the burden on over 11,000 veterans who currently travel far for care.

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Resident urges Mobile County Commission to back VA hospital at USA campus
Andre Brown told the Mobile County Commission he has left a feasibility study and letters of support and urged local officials to press federal representatives to pursue establishment of a full-service VA hospital on the University of South Alabama campus, citing 11,078 local veterans and routine travel to Pensacola or Biloxi for care.
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September 28, 2026 at 1:07 AM
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Mark your calendars, golfers! The first tee times at Cypress Creek are almost here. https://www.wkrg.com/mobile-county/mobile-county-new-golf-course/  ⛳
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September 18, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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A few folks have asked me what it's like being a free thinker and independent activist down here in Mobile Alabama. Well, here ya go. Y'all stay positive out there! #Alabama #MobileCounty #TommyTuberville @youranoncentral.bsky.social @alabamareflector.com @alreporter.com @alpoliticsthisweek.com
August 31, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Hard to believe a man of “these” letters & background would be involved in such a thing. #MobileCounty #PaulBurch
October 9, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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📆 Dec. 13: The SPLC will be in #MobileCounty, #Alabama, and we're calling on residents to join us for a community listening session. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3Y7gYjp

This is our chance to connect on ways to tackle the issues that are impacting the community most. Let's listen, build & act together 🤝.
December 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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i was just coming here to show you this. a set of my friends on FB had a whole freakout about the poor steer and, because this is just how we are, worked their networks until someone found the owner.
A screenshot from FB with a picture of the steer that got loose on I-10 yesterday UPDATE: It was a Texas Longhorn in the middle of the bayway! A friend of the owner states Luna is eating and drinking, but can't stand. She returning home to Magnolia Springs from the vet in Lucedale when there was some sort of latch failure, the door opened, and Luna jumped out. Luna has road rash on her knees and back. A vet is checking on her tomorrow. #traffic #baldwincounty #mobilecounty #cow
June 11, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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#Racist #RacistHalloweenDisplay #AntiHispanic #AntiLatino #Sheriff #MobileCounty #Alabama #PaulBurch

The Guardian:

"Alabama sheriff condemned over ‘racist’ Halloween display at home": www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Alabama sheriff condemned over ‘racist’ Halloween display at home
Mobile county sheriff, Paul Burch, faces backlash after skeletons in sombreros and ‘ICE’ shirts spotted in his yard
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October 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM