🌱 Pay Raise For Mobile City Employees + South Bayou St. Sinkhole

Morning, Mobile! Let's get you started this Wednesday with everything you need to know going on in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and breezy. High: 80 Low: 66.

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Here are the top three stories in Mobile today:

1. Employees of the City of Mobile are receiving a raise this year. City workers will receive a 5 percent cost of living raise at the start of the 2022 fiscal year, along with another 2.5 percent increase that will take effect on Apr. 9. In addition, starting pay has increased from $11.89 per hour to $15.22 per hour. (WKRG News 5)
2. A large sinkhole on South Bayou Street is causing problems for local residents. Workers have attempted to repair the 3 to 4-foot long sinkhole, but it keeps coming back. Residents are reportedly asking for a better, more permanent solution.(NBC 15 WPMI)
3. A Moss Point PD K9 was shot by a suspect early Tuesday morning after police responded to a burglary alarm at a gas station. The K9 was immediately transported to Mobile for veterinary treatment. He is in serious condition after undergoing surgery. (WKRG News 5)

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Today in Mobile:

• Good Listener Storytime At Monte L. Moorer/Spring Hill Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• Women's History Month Children's Challenge At Toulminville Library Branch (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Mobile County Commissioners appreciate their retiring employees who have put in years of service. On Mar. 28 they honored five employees who are retiring. (Facebook)
• The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is celebrating Women's History Month. They have enjoyed recognizing amazing women who are part of the ALEA. (Nextdoor)
• The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Alabama Department of Transportation want to keep drivers safe. They have launched an Interstate Safety Campaign to help improve the highways. (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.