Economic Growth in Mobile AL

National Annual Shrimp Festival comes to Gulf Shores for the 38th year

By Barbara Reeves | Published: June 23, 2009

For the 38th year, the annual National Shrimp Festival comes to the Gulf Shores of Alabama.  This year’s 2009 National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores is expected to attract over 300,000 visitors and some 300 vendors.  Although the Festival isn’t until October, the organization and planning for the event must happen well in advance.  Alabama’s … Continue reading National Annual Shrimp Festival comes to Gulf Shores for the 38th year

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New Hotel Starts Construction in August, designed for extended stay in the Mobile AL area

By Barbara Reeves | Published: June 20, 2009

This August construction is expected to start on a new hotel in downtown Mobile AL.  The project is estimated to cost $9 million and will include 81 rooms.  Though it is being developed by the same people that brought the newly opened Hampton Inn and Suites to Royal Street downtown, this project is more ambitious; … Continue reading New Hotel Starts Construction in August, designed for extended stay in the Mobile AL area

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Visit the Gulf Coast Green Market for a Sample of the Area’s Fresh Produce and Natural Southern Charm

By Barbara Reeves | Published: June 5, 2009

Back for its second year in Alabama’s Gulf Shores is the “Gulf Coast Green Market.” During the green market, residents and visitors can purchase delicious homegrown vegetables and other items such as fruits, breads, shrimp, and even flowers.  This market event is part of the “Buy Fresh, Buy Local” theme for the Farmers Market Authority … Continue reading Visit the Gulf Coast Green Market for a Sample of the Area’s Fresh Produce and Natural Southern Charm

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Annual Tourism Summit on AL’s Gulf Coast May 19th

By Barbara Reeves | Published: May 18, 2009

This Tuesday, May 19th, the annual Tourism Summit will take place to allow area businesses to see what’s expected in the 2009 travel market.  The summit is hosted by the Alabama Gulf Coast Convention and Visitors Bureau and will be held at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center in Gulf Shores AL from 8 am … Continue reading Annual Tourism Summit on AL’s Gulf Coast May 19th

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New jobs expected in Mobile AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: May 11, 2009

The Atlanta-based Ryla Inc. has selected a site for their new regional headquarters in Saraland, according to a recent article at wkrg.com.  Ryla Inc. is a corporate data center and regional call center and this move will add more than 1,200 new jobs to the area.  The company expects to hire about 400 employees by … Continue reading New jobs expected in Mobile AL

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Strong Buyer’s Market in Mobile County

By Barbara Reeves | Published: May 5, 2009

April was another challenging month nationwide for housing, and Mobile County had mixed reaction. In the Springhill/ USA area, April saw 8 homes sold for an average of $222,312 ($111.15/sq ft). There are currently 152 active listings averaging $484,080 ($140.97/ sq ft) .  One year ago, the average sales price in Springhill/ USA was $210,315 or $99/sq foot for 20 sales. … Continue reading Strong Buyer’s Market in Mobile County

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Mobile River Bridge may be Replaced, Expected to Save Shippers Millions

By Barbara Reeves | Published: May 4, 2009

There may be some good news concerning the replacement of the Bridge over Mobile River in the coming years, according to the Press Register online.  The 14 mile bridge in question is a 1930s era bridge that swings on a pivot in order to allow barges to pass by; if replaced a new drawbridge will … Continue reading Mobile River Bridge may be Replaced, Expected to Save Shippers Millions

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Mobile’s new Container Terminal Receives new Service

By Barbara Reeves | Published: April 17, 2009

This past Thursday, April 16th, Maersk Line announced that the Transatlantic (TA2) line will now be making weekly calls at the new Mobile Container Terminal.  This same line offers shipping to Northern Europe, UK/Ireland, Scandinavian and Baltic destinations as well. Mobile’s Container Terminal, which was a $300 million project, began operations October 2nd and is … Continue reading Mobile’s new Container Terminal Receives new Service

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Saunders Yachtworks Receives Boatyard of the Year Award

By Barbara Reeves | Published: April 10, 2009

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Saunders Yachtworks facilities have received the Boatyard of the Year award.  This award was given by the American Boat Builders and Repairers Association at their Fort Lauderdale FL annual Conference.  The Press Register reported that the Boatyard of the Year award is granted to the boatyard that “demonstrates excellence in … Continue reading Saunders Yachtworks Receives Boatyard of the Year Award

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Baldwin and Mobile AL Rank high in 2008 Fastest Growing Counties

By Barbara Reeves | Published: March 19, 2009

The U.S. Census Bureau data reported today that Baldwin and Mobile counties were among the 10 fastest-growing counties in Alabama last year.  This will be the third year in a row that both Baldwin and Mobile counties made the top ten list; Baldwin County grew by 2,691, while Mobile County grew by 2,212, as recorded … Continue reading Baldwin and Mobile AL Rank high in 2008 Fastest Growing Counties

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