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Semmes explores possibility of forming its own school system
SEMMES, Ala. (WPMI) — The city of Semmes is exploring the possibility of forming its own school system. Earlier this month, the city council authorized a contract with an educational consultant to conduct a study to determine what costs the city could face if it decides to split from the Mobile County Public School System.
Washington and Mobile counties under a heat advisory Friday
On Thursday at 2:15 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a heat advisory valid for Friday between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. for Washington and Mobile counties. Weather service Heat safety: Protecting yourself in hot conditions. Stay hydrated: Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Seek cool shelter: Stay...
Semmes examining possibility of creating own school system
The education landscape in Mobile County could look a bit different in the next few years, as Semmes city officials are examining the possibility of creating the municipality's own school system. On Tuesday, Aug. 13, Semmes City Council members approved a resolution for a contract with RNC Educational Consultants and...
Judge dismisses murder charge after Prichard Police detective fails to show up to court
PRICHARD, Ala. (WPMI) — A Mobile County judge tossed out the murder charge against Kendarius Welch after a Prichard Police detective was a no-show in court Tuesday. Welch was accused of shooting and killing Dontavious Williams on Reynolds Avenue April 2nd. Judge Spiro Cheriogotis dismissed the case after Detective Jason Hadaway didn't show up to testify for a preliminary hearing.
Mobile County provides funding for new science building at Spring Hill College
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Commission voted Monday morning to approve partial funding for a new Health and Science Innovation Center at Spring Hill College. $750,000 will be put up for the center from Mobile County, and Spring Hill College is hoping the City of Mobile will provide an additional $1.5 million. […]
Update: Severe thunderstorm warning previously issued will expire at 4:45 p.m.
The warning was for Mobile County. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire," states the National Weather Service. When lightning looms: Expert safety tips for thunderstorms. Each...
Grand jury to consider arson case against Wilmer man
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A grand jury will consider an arson charge against a Wilmer man accused of setting fire to his home while his wife was inside. After hearing testimony at a preliminary hearing, Mobile County District Judge Jennifer Wright determined that prosecutors have sufficient evidence against Terry Wayne Clark.
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