Butting to establish first U.S. facility with $61M HQ, production site in Baldwin County

Marcel Bartels, global CEO for Butting, a German-based stainless-steel manufacturing company, speaks at Steelwood Resort during the announcement of a $61 million facility and U.S. headquarters in Loxley, the first U.S. production facility, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
LOXLEY — Global stainless steel pipe manufacturer Butting has announced plans to establish its North American headquarters and first U.S. production facility in Baldwin County. The project …
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MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2025: 109 candidates vying for 68 contested seats

After two weeks of a qualifying period for residents living within one of Baldwin County's 14 municipalities, at least 109 candidates will appear on ballots this August. Municipal elections …

Daphne to see most candidates run in municipal elections

Daphne residents will see at least three new representatives this fall on its governing body that makes local policy and tax spending decisions but will be lead by the same face as mayor. With …

Way Back When in Baldwin County with Harriet Outlaw: Summerdale was Sumatra Tobacco Company

Way Back When we were on a road trip through Virginia I saw my first tobacco fields. I just had to get out and pick a leaf to bring home to show my students. Ha, joke was on me. I knew so …
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Walter Richard “Screwball” Nelson, age 90, of Robertsdale, Alabama, passed away on Jul. 4, 2025.  A graveside service will be held at Old Cooper Cemetery on Jul. 9 th . Funeral …
Donald M. MacDonald, 85, of Fairhope, Alabama, formerly of Plainfield, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on Apr. 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Jan. 8, 1940, Don proudly …
WINFRED LEDALE “DALE” GOFORTH October 18, 1948 – June 20, 2025 Dale was born in Leeds, Alabama, and spent much of his childhood living abroad, as his father’s work …
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High civic engagement: Mayor, council all face opposition in Gulf Shores with 14 candidates

In 2012 and 2016, Gulf Shores' mayor and council faced little opposition in municipal elections, but that trend did not stick around for the 2020 election when all but one incumbent was challenged. …

Parrotheads to keep Jimmy Buffett’s legacy alive in Gulf Shores for annual Meeting of the Minds

Thousands of Jimmy Buffett fans are expected to flock to Gulf Shores this fall as Parrot Heads in Paradise brings its 33rd Annual Meeting of the Minds Convention back to Alabama’s beaches. …

Blue Marlin Grand Championship brings ‘Greatest Show in Sportfishing’ back to Orange Beach this weekend

The Wharf will roar to life this weekend as the Blue Marlin Grand Championship returns with what organizers bill as “The Greatest Show in Sportfishing.” Since its debut in 2012, the …

Volunteers invited to sign up for Orange Beach Perdido Island restoration July 31

ORANGE BEACH – The Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program (PPBEP), the City of Orange Beach and The Nature Conservancy in Alabama are inviting locals and visitors alike …

Little Lagoon Preservation Society to host Gulf Shores mayoral candidate forum during July meeting

Residents will have a chance to hear directly from Gulf Shores mayoral candidates this month as the Little Lagoon Preservation Society hosts its Campaign for Preservation meeting. The meeting is …
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MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2025: Important dates for voters to know ahead of municipal elections

With qualifying over and candidates past the deadline to file their economic interest statements with the state ethics commission, the next important dates are for voters to know. There are …
Construction of the upcoming Intracoastal Waterway Bridge set to be southbound only, alleviating any merging on the Foley Beach Express.

ALDOT: Use 'zipper merge' for Foley Beach Express Bridge

Have you recently driven down the Foley Beach Express and crossed the bridge to Orange Beach? How was the traffic? Before the toll booth was closed and torn down last May, Foley Beach Express …

Religion column by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey: A special word about your spiritual walk

Warren W. Wiersbe said, "People who walk by faith don't see obstacles, they see opportunities." Colossians 2:6 reads, "As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him." This …

Foley Main Street marks milestones in downtown growth, education and national recognition

Foley Main Street is celebrating a banner year of revitalization and growth downtown, fueled by new investments, innovative workshops and national recognition as one of the country's top Main Street …

Foley Library's history department expands, unveils new name and broader mission

Foley Public Library's department dedicated to preserving the city's earliest stories and family histories has a new name and an expanded mission to match. Formerly known as the History and …

Alabama updates saltwater fishing rules to protect resources, boost access

Alabama anglers will see new saltwater fishing rules this summer as the state works to protect coastal resources while maintaining broad public access to local waters. The Marine Resources …

Africanized honeybees confirmed in Alabama, local beekeepers urged to stay alert

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has confirmed Africanized honeybees, commonly known as AHBs or "killer bees," have been found in Barbour County for the first time. According …

12 things to do around Baldwin County this weekend, July 10-13

Over fireworks and hot dogs? How about Christmas — in July? Baldwin County is rolling right from Independence Day into more summer fun, with everything from a festive pool party to a …

Kiddie Compass: 6 family-friendly things to do in Baldwin County, July 10-16

Need fresh ways to keep the kids busy this summer? Baldwin County is brimming with family-friendly activities designed to spark curiosity, boost creativity and soak up every drop of sunshine. …

Gulf Shores High names Laura Davis head volleyball coach

Gulf Shores City Schools announced late last week the appointment of Laura Davis as the new head volleyball coach at Gulf Shores High School. Davis brings to the Dolphins a wealth of playing and …

Golfer makes hole-in-one on Par 4 at One Club Gulf Shores

Last week, Joel Dixon's "good friend and fellow Australian James Telfer did something incredibly rare in the world of golf — a hole-in-one on a par 4 at One Club in Gulf Shores." Telfer …

Czarkowska, Smeraglia named Players of the Year; Chamberlain, Havard earn top coaching honors on Coastal Alabama Soccer list

A record-tying performance and two deep playoff runs headlined this year's Coastal Alabama girls soccer honors, as standout athletes and coaches from across Baldwin County were recognized for their …

Orange Beach completes ‘Drive for Five’ to win softball state championship

OXFORD – Five years ago, Orange Beach student Ava Hoda – then a seventh-grader – hit a dramatic game-winning home run to give the upstart Makos a state softball championship in the …

Bayshore Christian wins 1st ever state golf title

Bayshore Christian took home a Blue Map trophy this week after the boys' golf team earned low-scoring honors in the 76th AHSAA State Golf Tournament at Oxmoor Valley RTJ Golf Course in Birmingham. …

Baseball playoffs: Elberta ends historic season

It didn't end how they wanted, but Elberta High School's baseball team made an historic run this postseason. Round three marked the farthest the Warriors had ever gone in the playoffs, where …