Need a new hairdo? Baldwin Prep students have you covered with Trendsetter now open to the public

At the student-run Trendsetter Salon inside Baldwin Prep Academy on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
LOXLEY — High school students in the cosmetology program at Baldwin Preparatory Academy are now taking clients from the general public as the Trendsetter Hair Salon opened Nov. 4. Services …
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Spanish Fort Mayor Brad Bass is sworn in at the official swearing ceremony during a council meeting at City Hall on Monday, Nov. 3.

New Spanish Fort Mayor Bass honors veterans advocate Barry Booth

One of the first actions newly sworn in City of Spanish Fort Mayor Brad Bass took on Monday night was to give the inaugural Spirit of Spanish Fort Award to Dr. Barry Booth and proclaim Nov. 3, 2025, …

Marlow community to be relocated from Summerdale School feeder pattern in Baldwin County schools

SUMMERDALE — The Baldwin County Board of Education held the first of its three redistricting meetings Nov. 4, where Assistant Superintendent Joe Sharp reviewed proposed changes and guidelines …

Joshua Brown sworn in as Bay Minette's first Black mayor

A new era has arrived in Bay Minette with Joshua Brown now taking the reins as the city's mayor. Brown, 32, officially became the city's mayor during a packed meeting held at Bay Minette City …

14 things to do around the Gulf Coast this weekend, Nov. 6-9

From community fundraisers and outdoor markets to live theater and food festivals, Baldwin County and the surrounding Gulf Coast are buzzing with events this weekend. Locals and visitors alike …
Obituaries
Arthur W. "Rick" Zeeck, of Robertsdale, Alabama, passed away on Oct. 28, 2025, at the age of 84. Funeral arrangements by Mack Funeral Home & Crematory, Hwy. 59 Robertsdale, Alabama. 251-947-7781. …
Kenneth Stephen Zadnichek, Sr., known to many as “Senior,” age 76, passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2025, at his home in Silverhill, Alabama, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on Jan. …
Sheryl Lynn Nichols, age 70, passed away on Oct. 23, 2025. Memorial service will be held at Ascension Lutheran Church, Daphne, AL on Nov. 1st at 4 p.m. Funeral arrangements by Mack Funeral Home & …
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Students got to try their hand at kickboxing on the Auburn Extension Nutrition Bus.

Auburn Extension Nutrition Bus visits Gulf Shores Elementary School for Eat the Harvest Week

GULF SHORES — This week, Gulf Shores City Schools (GSCS) celebrated "Eat the Harvest" where students were encouraged to taste nutritious foods from every color of the rainbow every day at …

Orange Beach council sees majority turnover

Orange Beach's elected officials are now officially in their seats, with half of them being new. Jack Robertson, Ginger Harrelson and Robert Stuart II join returning council members Jerry Johnson and …

Guthrie joins otherwise returning Gulf Shores council

With the addition of Jennifer Guthrie, the new Gulf Shores City Council was made official after a swearing in ceremony Monday evening. Others sworn in included returning councilmen Joe Garris, Philip …

Fort Morgan to host inaugural Seafood Festival Nov. 15-16

Fresh catches, live music and coastal charm will take center stage at the first-ever Fort Morgan Seafood Festival, set for Nov. 15-16 at Fort Morgan Marina. The festival, running from 10 a.m. to …

Coastal Alabama Community College to stage plane crash drill in Gulf Shores

Coastal Alabama Community College will simulate a plane crash on its Gulf Shores Campus on Monday, Nov. 10, giving emergency personnel and health programs a high-intensity training scenario designed …
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RECIPE: Spinach all rolled up with flavor

Including more spinach in one's diet can be a healthy decision. Spinach is rich in iron, potassium, magnesium, folate, and vitamins C, E and K. With that strong profile, spinach supports the heart, …

YMCA of South Alabama offering free November memberships to SNAP recipients and federal employees

The YMCA of South Alabama is launching a new initiative to expand access to health and wellness for the community. During November, eligible SNAP recipients and federal employees can receive …
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COLUMN - Walk with me: Remembering a friend - by Gulf Shores' Wayne Smith

"Learning to walk again. I believe I've waited long enough, where do I begin?" — Foo Fighters, "Walk" I'm gradually losing my ability to walk. Or at least the ability to do so without some …

Veterans Day observances planned across Gulf Coast

Communities across the Gulf Coast will honor the nation's servicemembers with parades, ceremonies, concerts and special tributes in the days surrounding Veterans Day. From solemn prayer services …

Local firefighter, Army National Guard captain to debut WWII novel honoring veterans

Mobile firefighter and U.S. Army National Guard Capt. James McDevitt will release his debut historical novel, "A Walk Among Heroes," on Nov. 11. The World War II story was inspired by real veterans …

Baldwin Bookworms: November picks include talking cats, Christmas romance, power of art in the end of the world

Here are November's picks for Baldwin Bookworms, a book club partnership between GCM and the Foley Public Library. Each month, three library staff members choose something they're loving or …

Baldwin Bone & Joint's Spain named official physician for Sun Belt Championships in Foley

Baldwin Bone & Joint's Dr. Keith Spain will serve as the official physician for the Sun Belt Conference championships as collegiate athletes from across the region return to Foley this fall. …

COMMENTARY - Strained during SNAP? Try my tricks for groceries on a budget - by Gulf Coast Media's Whisper Edwards

Money a little tighter than usual? I’ve been there. It’s hard, but over the years, I’ve learned a few strategies that really help. REMEMBER, THIS IS TEMPORARY If you find …
This blue catfish was one of three catfish species caught recently in the Wheeler Lake tailrace.

David Rainer on Outdoor Alabama: When crappie won't bite, Tennessee River has great alternatives

What do you do after you plan a trip to north Alabama to get in the fall crappie bite and you’re greeted with bluebird skies the day after a cold front? You make lemonade, and the Tennessee …
Arkansas State's Carlo Martinez-Jaramillo celebrating as he crosses the finish line to win the 2025 Sun Belt individual men's title.

App State repeats sweep at Sun Belt Cross Country Championships

FOLEY — Appalachian State left no doubt about its cross country dominance Friday morning, sweeping the men's and women's team titles for the second-consecutive year at the Sun Belt Conference Championships at Graham Creek Nature Preserve.
Members of the Spanish Fort volleyball team putting the 2025 Blue Map trophy in the trophy case on campus.

Spanish Fort volleyball repeats as 6A champs with another dominant postseason run

Spanish Fort volleyball added another puzzle piece to its dynasty last week by capturing its second-straight Class 6A state championship with a sweep of Hazel Green at the Birmingham CrossPlex.
Bayside captains (left-to-right) Noah Cain, Bo Hammock, Billy Neill and Will Allen walking out to the coin toss before facing Tuscaloosa Academy.

Bayside finishes historic season with 50-0 win over Tuscaloosa 

The Bayside Admirals dominated all three phases in a 50-0 win over the Tuscaloosa Knights — a feat made sweeter by clinching a home playoff spot for most of the postseason.

OPINION: Why the AHSAA should adopt a running clock mercy rule for prep football

When Williamson led Murphy 71-0 at halftime earlier this year — en route to a 100-0 final in Class 5A — the scoreboard said everything the clock didn’t: games like that don’t build character; they expose how badly Alabama needs a permanent mercy rule.
St. Michael running back Nygel Mitchell in the middle of all his teammates before the game against

GCM GAME OF THE WEEK: St. Michael stuns UMS-Wright in final seconds to cap first-ever perfect season

FAIRHOPE — In one of the most dramatic finishes of the 2025 season, St. Michael outlasted UMS-Wright 25-20 on Thursday night after junior quarterback Gunner Rivers led the Cardinals on a game-winning drive capped by a touchdown pass with seven seconds left.

Phillip Rivers among 52 Modern-Era nominees still in running for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Former NFL quarterback and current St. Michael Catholic head football coach Phillip Rivers has advanced to the next round of consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2026 class, making the cut from 128 Modern-Era nominees to 52 semifinalists.