Mobile AL’s New Port Container Terminal Boosts the Local Economy

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 7, 2008

Mobile Alabama’s waterfront now has a new port container terminal, according to wkrg.com news.  The port is preparing for larger ships that are expected to travel through the expanded Panama Canal in 2014 and more container shipments.  The new container terminal was estimated to cost $300 million and covers 135 acres of Mobile Alabama’s waterfront … Continue reading Mobile AL’s New Port Container Terminal Boosts the Local Economy

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Mobile Alabama May See Updates and New Buildings in the Near Future

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 29, 2008

Just when you thought Mobile Alabama couldn’t be better, Mobile city officials reveal a new plan that will keep the city moving forward.  In this ‘master plan’ which was unfurled this week, more apartments and shops may be in the city’s future along with a riverwalk beside Mobile’s waterfront.  Other projects include the rejuvenation of … Continue reading Mobile Alabama May See Updates and New Buildings in the Near Future

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Sales of New Homes Increase in September

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 28, 2008

According to a recent report from the Commerce Department, sales of new homes took a surprising increase in September; single-family new home sales increased by 2.7 percent this past September 2008.  This was unexpected as many economists had predicted a drop in sales due to the numbers from August.    It was also reported that median … Continue reading Sales of New Homes Increase in September

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Mobile and Baldwin AL Counties May have some water access projects to come

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 20, 2008

Last year, approximately $51 million was awarded to Alabama and Mobile and Baldwin Counties to assist in offsetting the impact of oil and natural gas drilling.  The coastal counties of Mobile and Baldwin expected to be able to us some of the funds for recreational and water-access projects, but haven’t been able to do so … Continue reading Mobile and Baldwin AL Counties May have some water access projects to come

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Two More Areas Annexed into City of Mobile Alabama

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 10, 2008

The recent Mobile Alabama annexation vote this past Tuesday brought two out of four possible areas outside of Mobile into the city.  The two areas include Theodore, which is just south of the city’s boundaries, and the Windmill Place subdivision slightly west of Cody Road.  This vote was the most recent of the three main … Continue reading Two More Areas Annexed into City of Mobile Alabama

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Tips for Keeping Your Home Energy Bills Down

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 3, 2008

In a recent article from WKRG.com, a local Mobile Alabama woman tells her tale of a gas bill to the amount of nearly a thousand dollars; the woman’s dismay at this bill would me much like our own when faced with an energy bill so outrageous.  But even with the rising energy costs, there are … Continue reading Tips for Keeping Your Home Energy Bills Down

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What’s Keeping Alabama Coastal Living Beautiful?

By Barbara Reeves | Published: September 19, 2008

This September 20th marks the 21st annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup where volunteers will work to clean up the Mobile-Tensaw Delta.  The cleanup will take place at various locations along the Alabama Gulf Coast, specifically on the water with kayaks and canoes.   The reported tally of garbage removed since the annual event started is 951, … Continue reading What’s Keeping Alabama Coastal Living Beautiful?

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How well is the Gulf Coast’s economy doing?

By Barbara Reeves | Published: September 15, 2008

On Tuesday, September 30th, the Outlaw Convention Center in Mobile Alabama will be holding an event to discuss local economic growth.  The event, entitled Coastal Economic Outlook, will have five speakers presenting their findings from their analysis of facts on the Gulf Coast’s local economy.   The purpose of this public event is to take … Continue reading How well is the Gulf Coast’s economy doing?

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Mobile Alabama Hurricane Response Conference Wednesday

By Barbara Reeves | Published: September 8, 2008

This Wednesday in Mobile Alabama, the Center for International Policy combined with the Ford Foundation will be hosting a conference about hurricane response on the Gulf Coast. This conference will be held at The Cove located in the Radisson Admiral Semmes Hotel in downtown Mobile Alabama. Beginning at 4 p.m., the conference will involve a panel discussion … Continue reading Mobile Alabama Hurricane Response Conference Wednesday

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August Data For Mobile AL Real Estate

By Barbara Reeves | Published: September 6, 2008

In August, 30 homes have sold in the Downtown/ Midtown area of Mobile with an average sales price of $137,877, up 5.5%. The median sales price was $126,000. These homes were on the market an average of 79 days. 18 homes have sold in the Municipal Park area of Mobile with an average sales price … Continue reading August Data For Mobile AL Real Estate

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