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After an hour of discussion on Thursday, the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) voted to not restore state funding to the Fairhope Public Library.
The Eastern Shore library has not received …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/15/26 |
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Alabama will soon restrict the use of Electronic Benefit Transfer cards for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits outside the state and for online purchases as part of a security upgrade …
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1/15/26
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Though the weather forecast confidence for this weekend remains low a few days out to determine specific local impacts, a warming shelter will open in Foley on Saturday for people to use through …
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1/15/26
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All students on the Gulf Shores High School robotics competition team agreed: the McClungs have greatly increased student interest and opportunity in the world of technology.
Jamie McClung …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/15/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Gulf Shores High School's new robotics team officially announced its launch to the school on Jan. 10 and now has two months to build, code and prepare for its first competition.
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/15/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — State lawmakers announced legislation Monday, Jan. 12, at the Fairhope Municipal Pier aimed at ending the practice of disposing dredged material directly into Mobile Bay, a method …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/14/26 |
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Developer 68 Ventures got a green light to bring a $30 million luxury hotel to Old Towne Daphne.
The hotel, named the Fortuna Hotel, will be located on Daphne Avenue across from the U.S. Post …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/14/26 |
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GULF SHORES — If you search them on social media, or are already one of their 11,500 followers on Instagram, you've probably heard the phrase, "Hi, my name is Emily, and my husband and I are …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/14/26 |
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Residents have plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the community this week. From live music and art markets to fundraisers, mixers and special dinners, local groups and businesses are …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/14/26 |
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It is just a number.
Only 3.
But that small number puts Baldwin County among the highest in Alabama for noncitizen ballots cast, even though the county is smaller than Jefferson, Madison …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/14/26 |
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The 66th Annual Dogwood Trail Pageant and Scholarship Program will take the stage at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the Fairhope Civic Center, where 43 participants will compete for eight …
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1/14/26
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Vance Havner explains, “Jesus Christ is perennial and, he who makes his boast in Him stays fresh forever.” David declares, “My soul shall make its boast in the Lord” (Psalm 34:2a). Someone …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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1/14/26
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One of the aspects of hunting that intrigues people who have little or no experience in the field is the ability to harvest their own organic protein, especially white-tailed deer.
One of Justin …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 1/14/26 |
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A coastal artist whose work celebrates the Gulf Coast has been selected to create the official image for one of south Alabama’s best-known spring events.
Nicole Goodbar of Gulf Shores was …
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1/13/26
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SILVERHILL — Scott Griffin was in his backyard when he got a lucrative surprise visit.
Griffin and his family, consisting of his wife, Jenni, son, David, and mother, Judy, were presented with …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/13/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Two candidates in Alabama's race for Tommy Tuberville's U.S. Senate seat spoke at a forum in Fairhope last Thursday, hosted by the Eastern Shore Republican Women.
Jared Hudson and …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/13/26 |
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Well owners in Magnolia Springs and nearby communities will have a chance this month to learn more about the water they use every day during a free workshop on private well quality.
The meeting …
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1/13/26
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Families will find several activities designed especially for children and young learners this week.
From hands-on nature programs to robotics classes and supervised evening play, these events …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/12/26 |
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Allegiant Airlines announced a proposed merger with Sun Country Airlines that would expand service to more vacation destinations, even to international locations.
Allegiant, currently the sole …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/12/26 |
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As Baldwin County continues to swell, local and state transportation leaders say that growth — paired with long-term planning and collaboration — is helping keep road quality among the best in …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/12/26 |