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An old T-shirt can have a new purpose — and for two Orange Beach High School juniors, that purpose is helping a rescue dog.
Brylee Thompson and Lyllian Williams are launching Tees to Tugs, a …
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9/29/26
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While many are turning their attention to Halloween, supporters of Mary’s Haven are already looking ahead to Valentine’s Day and the organization’s annual Be My Valentine fundraiser. The event …
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9/29/26
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Two years ago, I packed my bags and officially began work as a journalist at Gulf Coast Media, a journey that has been incredible.
Just for some quick backstory, other than spending a summer …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/28/26 |
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Candidates for local, state and federal elections to participate in "candi-dating" forum in Fairhope
Ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, candidates running for local, state and federal seats will be attending a round table discussion in Fairhope tomorrow evening.
The event will be held in …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/28/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Big Beach Brewing in Gulf Shores is bringing back its collaboration with Gulf State Park with a new brew, the Rain Check Festbier, which turns rainwater into a refreshing beer for …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/28/26 |
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Fall is bringing a full slate of activities to the local calendar, with everything from coastal conservation and angel investing to golf, live music, fundraisers and good old-fashioned county …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/28/26 |
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Ready, set, play! This week’s kid-friendly lineup has plenty to keep young minds busy, from Pokémon and robotics to building with LEGOs and blocks. There’s also a steam train ride to a pumpkin …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/28/26 |
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Volunteers are a key part of the Annual National Shrimp Festival, helping the four-day event welcome more than 300,000 attendees while also raising money for local nonprofit organizations.
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9/28/26
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Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $262,770 grant to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences to upgrade equipment used in investigations involving opioids and other synthetic drugs.
A Sept. …
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9/26/26
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Boo Bash by the Bay will bring a day of Halloween-themed family entertainment, music, contests and activities to the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park on Saturday, Oct. 24. Presented by Cumulus …
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9/26/26
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Baldwin County Master Gardeners will host their 2026 Fall Plant Sale Oct. 16-18 across from Weeks Bay Reserve in Fairhope, offering hundreds of plants for landscaping and gardening projects while …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/25/26 |
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For those who wish to pursue a law enforcement career in Alabama’s great outdoors, an opportunity will soon be available at the University of South Alabama (USA), where the Blankenship Scholars …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 9/25/26 |
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is making up to $50 million available to help states launch or expand their own meat inspection programs, with the goal of increasing processing capacity and …
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9/25/26
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Students, families, school staff and community members across Baldwin County will step outside the classroom Oct. 7 for National Walk and Roll to School Day, an annual event focused on healthy …
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9/25/26
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The Gulf Coast is getting a night of its own. Toast for the Coast will bring together community leaders, conservation advocates, local businesses and coastal supporters Saturday, Nov. 21, for an …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/25/26 |
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Author's note: This column is intended for educational purposes only. It aims to highlight gaps in health knowledge, provide support and empower organizations to guide their members in creating …
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By Dr. Cheryl Christy, DNP, RN
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 9/25/26 |
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Comfort food may not have an official definition, but people tend to know which foods can hit the spot when they're seeking to get a little homemade reassurance at mealtime. Meatloaf certainly fits …
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9/25/26
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Families can celebrate the fall season at the American Autism & Rehabilitation Center’s Community Special Needs Fall Festival, set for Oct. 9 in Daphne.
The family-friendly event will take …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/24/26 |
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Home gardeners, backyard poultry enthusiasts, home cooks and pumpkin lovers can learn more about growing, preparing and feeding pumpkins at an upcoming Alabama Cooperative Extension System workshop. …
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9/24/26
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With the North Baldwin community continuing to grow, Cobblestone Hotels has announced the opening of the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites in Bay Minette.
The new hotel is located at 212 W. 1st St. …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |