Community News
05/03/2026 · Franklin County
Ivey Signs Law Curbing Mud Dumping in Mobile Bay
Governor Kay Ivey has signed legislation banning the controversial 'mud dumping' of dredged sediment into Mobile Bay, mandating 70% beneficial reuse to protect Alabama's coastal jewel. The move responds to outcry over U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' practices polluting vital ecosystems. Effective Oct. 1, the law safeguards fisheries and shorelines from Dauphin Island to Josephine.
Alabama Expands School Choice with Federal Tax Credit Program
Governor Kay Ivey has positioned Alabama at the forefront of education policy by signing an executive order to participate in a new federal scholarship tax credit program, building on the state's landmark CHOOSE Act passed in 2024. The move makes Alabama one of only 11 states offering universal school choice and further expands funding options for families seeking alternatives to traditional public schools.
05/02/2026
Ivey Directs $50M to Shield Alabama Gulf Coast from Erosion
Gov. Kay Ivey has allocated $50 million to combat accelerating coastal erosion threatening Alabama's beaches, directing funds through an executive order to fortify vital shorelines. The initiative targets storm-ravaged areas in Baldwin and Mobile counties amid rising concerns over habitat loss and tourism impacts. Local leaders hail the move as critical for protecting economic lifelines like Gulf State Park.
05/01/2026
Ivey Allocates $15M to Fight Alabama Gulf Coast Erosion
Governor Kay Ivey has signed an executive order unleashing $15 million for urgent beach nourishment and dune restoration along Alabama's fragile Gulf Coast. Facing relentless erosion and storm threats, the funding targets Mobile and Baldwin counties to safeguard beaches, wildlife and evacuation routes. This move builds on her administration's $260 million coastal investment legacy.
04/30/2026
More Community News
Sponsored
Advertisement
Upcoming Events
View allJUN
08
Franklin County Commission Work Session
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
JUL
13
Franklin County Commission Work Session
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
AUG
02
Pastor's Prayer Partners | Women
7:00 AM - Free
Announcements
View allPublic Hearing Announced for New Regulations by AG's Office
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Alabama Attorney General's office will hold a public hearing concerning proposed regulations pertaining to [specific area of regulation, if mentioned in original content]. The hearing is scheduled for [Date] at [Time] in the [Location/Room Number] at the Attorney General's office, [Address]. Written comments will also be accepted until [Date]. Further details and the full text of the proposed regulations are available on our website.
Alabama AG Website Sitemap Available
This is the sitemap for the Alabama Attorney General's website. It contains links to various pages and resources for users to access information. The sitemap is organized into multiple parts for better navigation.
Unknown City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Zoning Amendments Next Tuesday
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of Unknown will conduct a public hearing on the following matter: Proposed amendments to the Unknown Zoning Ordinance, Section 4.1, regarding commercial property setbacks. The hearing will take place on Tuesday, October 27, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the City Council Chambers, located at 123 Main Street, Unknown, AL 35XXX. All interested parties are invited to attend and present their views. Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk prior to the hearing.
Advertisement
Advertisement