New HD94 Rep. Fidler is a “farm girl living the American dream”
Fidler served as horticulturist for Eufaula for eight years and as public works director for the city of Fairhope for 16 years.
Baldwin County
Redistricting makes Alabama Senate District 33 competitive
During the redistricting process, a portion of Spanish Fort in Baldwin County was drawn into Figures' district in Mobile.
Governor appoints two county commissioners, district attorney
The Governor's Office released Friday the three appointments, all of which are effective immediately.
Legislature approves bill to keep GOMESA money in coastal counties
The bill now heads to Gov. Ivey’s desk to be signed.
February 25, 2022
Baldwin Democrats: Carl, Tuberville should apologize for votes to overturn election
“A failure to issue an apology for their actions is tantamount to approving these seditious acts," the county chair wrote.
Madison, Baldwin counties lead state in population growth
Madison County and Baldwin County have seen the most growth of the 67 counties in the state, according to new data. The state saw an increase in the population of 15,504 citizens in the most recent available year. Of the increase, 11,284 were in Madison and Baldwin counties, accounting for 73 percent of that increase. … Continued
Interior gives $30.6 million to Alabama in Gulf oil, gas revenues
U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary David Bernhardt announced Thursday that the department would disburse almost $30.6 million to Alabama and its coastal Baldwin and Mobile counties on Friday. This represents the second disbursement under Phase II of the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006. The funds are derived from qualified oil and … Continued
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See recent postsBaldwin County school board sues state Superintendent Eric Mackey
Three weeks ago, we told you about the mess in Baldwin County regarding the effort of Gulf Shores to start its own city school system. The county school board was not happy at all with the way in which state superintendent, Eric Mackey, seemed to be tipping the scales in favor of Gulf Shores. They felt he … Continued
Coastal Alabama Partnership holds Legislative Sendoff
The Coastal Alabama Partnership hosted the fifth Annual Meeting and Legislative Send-Off Friday, Feb. 1 at the Daphne Civic Center in Baldwin County. Attendees included State Sen. Chris Elliot, State Rep. Chip Brown, State Rep. Matt Simpson, State Rep. Alan Baker, Daphne Mayor Dane Haygood, Economic Developer Nicole Jones, Donna Baker of Baldwin EMC, representatives … Continued
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See recent postsAn open letter to Rachel Bryars of the Alabama Policy Institute and the people of Alabama
Dear Ms. Bryars, I read your criticism of the Baldwin County school board’s resolution calling for a repeal of the Alabama Accountability Act (AAA). Having been a member of this board at that time, I felt the need to respond. I recently retired after six years of service to Baldwin County schools. It was a … Continued