
Scott Johnson
Copywriter and Journalist at Lagniappe
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2 weeks ago |
lagniappemobile.com | Scott Johnson
A Mobile police sergeant and father of a 17-year-old who faces a murder charge in connection with a deadly 2024 traffic accident has been terminated, Lagniappe has learned. Miles Roderick, a spokesperson for the Mobile Police Department, confirmed Sgt. Charles Gary Rogers is no longer employed with the agency as of Friday, June 6. Rogers, a resident of Wilmer, served in the city’s Precinct 2. MPD declined to provide further comment, citing its policy not to comment on employment-related issues.
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2 weeks ago |
carrollspaper.com | Scott Johnson
The Carroll County Board of Supervisors had a short meeting on Monday, June 2. Supervisors held a public hearing for a petition to vacate Lot 1, SW1/4 NW1/4 Section 8-84-34. The board also approved Resolution 2025-015 (Vacation of Official Plat) and approved the Iowa State Association of Counties HIPPA service agreement for $1,750. The board also reviewed seven Manure Management updates:a. Jody Meiners, Section 3, Viola Township, Audubon County, no changes;b.
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lagniappemobile.com | Scott Johnson
A 2-year-old Prichard child shot in the face while asleep in bed with their parents early Wednesday is now believed to have been caught in the crossfire of a local gang battle, according to the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened at the St. Stephens Woods Apartments around 1 a.m. MCSO says new information indicates the shooting could be retaliation for an incident on June 1 at 3321 Vestavia Street, several blocks away.
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2 weeks ago |
lagniappemobile.com | Scott Johnson
How Mobile County doles out taxpayer incentives for private enterprise ventures will be under the microscope moving forward, officials signaled Thursday. Local economic development incentives came under fire as the Mobile County Commission reviewed a proposal to give $125,000 to AAA United States Inc. to help fund equipment purchases for the group’s 20,000-square-foot training facility on Demetroplis Road. Those funds are being matched dollar for dollar by the city of Mobile.
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lagniappemobile.com | Scott Johnson
On most mornings, a line of patients forms outside South Alabama Medical & Rehab on Old Shell Road. It’s become part of the routine for commuters and parents on their school run. What those motorists don’t realize is that — despite the clinic’s name and the spine logo prominent on the business’ sign — the patients shuffling inside will never see a medical doctor, chiropractor, or licensed physical therapist.
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Bradley Byrne has worn many political hats across coastal Alabama, but his current one — as both the head of the Mobile Chamber and an attorney for a powerhouse lobbying firm — is drawing a new level of scrutiny. https://t.co/eebLzunOVo

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