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Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
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Mobile County Commission OKs letter of intent to further explore Jubilee Park
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Commission has approved a non-binding letter of intent with Leisure Sports and Recreation, LLC to further explore a public-private partnership for Jubilee Park. Foley to install first Safe Haven Baby Box in Baldwin County — how it works According to a news release from the county, commission members approved the letter on Monday, April 14, for the $60 million project, which officials called a 'regional destination for sports, leisure and hospitality.' 'With Monday's affirmative County Commission vote to proceed with a letter of intent for Jubilee Park, we're one step closer to seeing this exciting project become a reality,' Mobile Sports Authority Executive Director Danny Corte said. 'And with a much-needed indoor sports facility also called for in the plans, we envision hosting many more court-based tournaments, which will, in turn, generate substantial economic impact for the Mobile area, not to mention what a great asset it will be for our local athletes.' Right now, Jubilee Park is proposed to be built at the Mobile County Sportsplex at Halls Mill Road. It would include a 20-acre outdoor and indoor water park with a zipline, an indoor multi-use sports complex, walking trails, retail, dining, a public park, and RV and bungalow lodging. The release said the outdoor water park would be roughly 20 acres, the indoor water park would be 15,000 square feet, and the indoor sports complex would range from 60,000 to 100,000 square feet. There are also set to be up to 100 RV sites as well as 30-50 bungalows, with plans for hotel expansion and further phases. 'We're grateful for LSAR's willingness to invest in our community. Moving forward with this letter of intent allows LSAR to proceed with the necessary studies and planning,' District 2 Commissioner Connie Hudson said. 'This project has the potential to transform the already busy and growing Sportsplex into a year-round destination that boosts tourism, supports jobs, and improves quality of life for residents.' According to the release, LSAR estimates that Jubilee Park could bring up to 500,000 visitors a year and support 300,000 construction jobs. LSAR officials also said it would support year-round staff and roughly 400 seasonal jobs. Mobile SWAT K-9 catches teen car theft suspect who jumped from apartment window, police say Below is LSAR's full proposal for JUBILEE Park: Jubilee-Park-Outline-1Download Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Yahoo
Mobile homeowner stops alleged juvenile burglar, another turned in by guardian: police
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile homeowner came home Wednesday to a group of juveniles in their home, according to police. 2 endangered North Atlantic Right Whales spotted off of Navarre Pier According to a Mobile Police Department news release, officers responded around 6:40 p.m. Wednesday to a report of burglary on the 1900 block of Halls Mill Road. When they arrived at the home, the homeowner told officers a group of unknown juveniles were inside their house when they got home, the release said. The juveniles allegedly took some food and ran when they saw the homeowner pull up, the release said. According to the release, the homeowner chased and caught one of the juveniles and held him until police could arrive. Police said another one of the juvenile's guardians learned what happened and took the juvenile back to speak with the officers. Mobile County Commission considering new $60 million water park, indoor sports facility (PDF) Though detectives responded to the scene, the homeowners and guardians agreed not to pursue charges, the release said. The case was closed because of failure to cooperate, the release said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
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Mobile County Commission to hold public hearing on Alabama Bar & Lounge
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Commission will conduct a public hearing to learn residents' thoughts about the Alabama Bar & Lounge, has learned. Fairhope is one of two remaining single-tax colonies in the U.S. — what it means The hearing is set for 10 a.m. on March 24 at Mobile Government Plaza. According to a public notice, the commission will consider 'whether Alabama Bar & Lounge is operating in a manner that is unsafe and or incompatible with the best interests of the residents of Mobile County.' The notice said the commission would evaluate whether the business 'poses a threat to the 'welfare, health, peace, temperance, and safety of the community' as defined under Alabama Law.' The notice said the commission has received 'several' complaints about the business from Mobile County residents. 'In the past six (6) years, the Mobile Police Department documented many calls/incidents involving alleged, violent, or other serious crimes at the lounge's location at 10071 Airport Boulevard, including two (2) homicides…,' the notice said. BUSINESS LOCATION On Feb. 1, 2025, a deadly shooting occurred in the Alabama Bar & Lounge's parking lot. Matthew Sanders, 20, is accused of killing 22-year-old Hunter Lins after a fight broke out inside the bar. The fight eventually escalated and spilled outside, where Sanders pulled a gun out of his car, and allegedly said, 'I got something for y'all.' Coffee creamer shipped to Alabama, Florida and Mississippi, among other states, recalled Sanders has , and the case is ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- General
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Cedar Point Pier to temporarily close for construction
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Cedar Point Pier in Dauphin Island will soon be temporarily closed for construction, according to a news release. Mobile Mardi Gras 2025: Parade Schedule The park will be closed to the public starting Wednesday, March 7 and is expected to be closed for four months. has learned that the renovations will improve the park's accessibility and resiliency. These improvements include: ADA-compliant pier access Access ramp from parking area New canopy covered deck between bathroom trailers and office New walkway from the existing pier to the new deck Utility upgrades New concrete parking pads Causeway driveway turnouts Improved shoreline deterioration protection for increased resiliency The construction is expected to last about four months and will reopen upon completion. The roughly $1 million construction contract was awarded to Gillis Construction by the Mobile County Commission on February 10; Moffat & Nichol are the engineering and construction management. MCPSS bus driver involved in crash injuring students has received 3 speeding tickets in 4 years Funding for this project is provided through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2001. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Politics
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Parents react to proposed Alabama bill that would ban children from using social media
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A newly introduced Alabama bill would limit access to social media for children 16 years old and younger. State Representative David Faulkner of Hoover introduced AL HB235 the bill on Feb. 6 to the House Committee on Children and Senior Advocacy. Former Mobile County Commissioner Stephen Nodine cleared to run for mayor If passed, the bill would require all social media platforms to implement an age verification process. According to HB235, any social media platform that lets a child create an account could be fined up to $50,000, which would be for taking part in reckless and deceptive practices. Parents who spoke with said it could help prevent internet crimes against children. One of them was Irene Helveston, a mother who supports the bill. Mobile County Commission awards contract for Cedar Point Pier improvements 'These children don't understand the risk, and then they get put into that world,' Helveston said regarding social media's impact on children. 'And no one's there to save them; there's no one there that's going to help them,' Helveston continued. 'And that's just the biggest issue of all is there's not enough policing of social media to let children on there.' Elizabeth Smith agreed as she is a mother of four and a teacher. Smith told News 5 that there needs to be more protection for children when it comes to social media. MAMGA Grand Marshal achieves life-long dream 'There's a lot of attacks that are coming for our children,' Smith said. 'Suicide rates, all of these things have a mental impact on our kids, and we need to speak up for them.' 'We need to be the voice to protect our children and keep them safe,' she continued. If HB235 passed, all changes would take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
