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Baldwin set to pay $33,765 in groundwater contamination search

Alabama Notes — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:37:39 +0000

BAY MINETTE, Alabama — Almost a year after routine monitoring showed increased levels of arsenic and vinyl chloride in groundwater test wells at Baldwin County’s Magnolia Landfill, officials are set to approve a $33,765 investigation to find the sources.

Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office seeks help identifying burglary suspect (with video)

Alabama Notes — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:02:37 +0000

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a man who burglarized a home in the Summerdale-Marlow area twice within a month period.

‘Tebowing’ Alec Baldwin hosts NFL Honors

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:24:00 +0000

Trying to do his best “Tebowing,” Alec Baldwin got a bit of help on stage.

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Chances for coastal insurance overhauls uncertain on eve of legislative session

Alabama Notes — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:58:29 +0000

Grass-roots activists in Mobile and Baldwin counties are calling for insurance companies to provide more information, more widely available coverage and lower rates for homeowners in south Alabama. Insurance companies will likely oppose such legislative efforts. And on the eve of the 2012 legislative session, which begins Tuesday, the prospects …

Baldwin County residents express opposition to school realignment

Alabama Notes — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:37:34 +0000

ELBERTA, Alabama — After listening for an hour Thursday night as residents and teachers expressed opposition to a proposal to realign Baldwin County elementary and middle schools, Alan Lee, superintendent of education, said he will announce a decision on the proposal Friday.

Dogs, cats rescued from Summerdale site getting care around Baldwin County (photo gallery)

Alabama Notes — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:35:34 +0000

Rescued dogs and cats have been sent to shelters and veterinary offices around Baldwin County, Sonja Presley, director of the Baldwin County Humane Society, said Wednesday. Since the animals were found, the society has received donations and inquiries from throughout …

Bay Minette policeman involved in wreck near courthouse

Alabama Notes — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:42:27 +0000

A Bay Minette police officer’s patrol car was involved in an accident late tonight near the Baldwin County Courthouse, witnesses told the Press-Register.

Keith Newton new CEO of South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley

Alabama Notes — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:36:03 +0000

Newton said one focus in upcoming months will be to show the hospital’s link to the community and what it provides for south Baldwin County.

Trusted police employee arrested in Gulf Shores

Alabama Notes — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:29:58 +0000

Barry Martin of Gulf Shores remained in the Baldwin County Corrections Center, charged with one count of second-degree theft of property and one count of unlawful possession of a controlled substance, said Gulf Shores police Chief Ed Delmore.

Two controlled burns conducted in Baldwin County today

Alabama Notes — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:18:52 +0000

BAY MINETTE, Alabama — Two controlled burns in Baldwin County kept skies smoky today, according to state officials.