Southern Gothic fans and horror enthusiasts have a treat in store. Alabama author and University of Montevallo professor Lee Rozelle is set to appear at Page & Palette Bookstore in Fairhope this …
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8/28/24
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The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) has identified almost 5,000 Southern pine beetle (SPB) spots across the state, as of Aug. 22, with an average mortality of 191 pine trees per spot.
For the …
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8/28/24
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Get ready for a night where fashion meets philanthropy with a dash of outrageous fun. The 9th Annual Bras for a Cause Gulf Coast Gala is gearing up, and this year, Magnolia Soap and Bath Co. is …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/27/24 |
Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced she is tapping Col. Anthony Lowery to serve as Baldwin County's next sheriff.
The current Baldwin County sheriff, Huey "Hoss" Mack, will soon be leaving the …
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8/27/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Fall armyworms are plaguing pastures and hayfields in many areas of Alabama. These pests can quickly invade and destroy a stand of healthy forages in a manner of hours. This …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 8/27/24 |
According to the Baldwin County Drug Court Foundation, 90% of crimes in Baldwin County are linked to drugs or alcohol.
Drug overdoses are the leading cause of unnatural death in the county, …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/27/24 |
All three school districts in Baldwin County recorded improvement in ACAP test scores, with the countywide district and Orange Beach seeing increases in all three subject areas.
The scores, …
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By KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/26/24 |
While the phrase "diamonds are a girl's best friend," made famous by Carol Channing in the Broadway hit "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" and immortalized by Marilyn Monroe in the film adaptation, has …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/26/24 |
The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) announced registration is open for its 2024 Citizens Academy, an opportunity for residents to gain an in-depth understanding of law enforcement operations.
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/26/24 |
As the Dog Days of August dissipate, it's clear that Alabamians have a paw-some preference when it comes to their four-legged friends. According to a recent survey by Forbes Advisor, the Australian …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/26/24 |
Celebrate the long Labor Day weekend outside.
This weekend, there are a handful of things to do, from learning about our beaches and shores for National Beach Day or playing golf to support …
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By KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/26/24 |
If you have been thinking of having a pear tree in your yard, then you're heading down the right path toward raising some seriously "pear-fect" fruit.
Let me walk you through the ups and downs …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 8/26/24 |
Love being outside? Love photography? Why don't you try your hand at winning an award for combining those loves?
The 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest will begin accepting entries at 9 a.m. on …
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8/24/24
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Flora-Bama's 11th-annual Bulls on the Beach is set to electrify the Gulf Coast Sept. 5-7.
This three-day rodeo extravaganza promises heart-pounding excitement with Professional Bull Riders (PBR) …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/24 |
The National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) has issued a stark warning about the financial health of American households, revealing a sharp increase in consumer financial distress in its …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/23/24
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Baldwin EMC Board Chairman Peggy Vanover Barnes recently announced that Hunter Robinson has been selected to be the next CEO of Baldwin EMC.
"The Board of Trustees conducted a thorough and …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/23/24
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The "Hateful Eight" may sound like an old-time Western movie, but this showdown doesn't involve cowboys or horses or even guns. It's a battle over the supposed dangers posed by eight seed oils …
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By American Heart Association News
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8/22/24
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Poll workers in Alabama this year will be paid more than last election cycle.
A law passed during the 2023 legislative session increased the minimum wage for poll workers statewide, according to …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/22/24
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In an era where sustainability has become more than just a buzzword, the trend of recycling clothing has taken center stage in the fashion industry. As consumers increasingly seek eco-friendly …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/22/24
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Tanger Outlets Foley has announced the opening of applications for its 2024 TangerKids Grants Program, continuing a nearly 30-year tradition of investing in local education.
Educators in Baldwin …
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8/22/24
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