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This week, Governor Kay Ivey announced an $875,000 grant to bolster efforts in providing care for rape victims throughout the state.
The Alabama Coalition Against Rape (ACAR) will utilize the …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/29/24
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Sometimes, an extra five minutes of sleep isn't a bad thing.
Sleep is a cornerstone of health, essential for both physical and emotional well-being. Yet, despite sleep being just as vital to our …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/29/24 |
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With the frequency of natural disasters on the rise, it's a good idea to think about the components of your house and whether they are built to withstand wicked weather.
Fortunately, …
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By StatePoint
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8/28/24
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There is a difference between a wise man and a wiseacre. A wiseacre is "one who pretends knowledge or cleverness, a smart aleck" and this type of person is also known for being arrogant and …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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8/28/24
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The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has announced a statewide suspension of temporary lane closures on interstate routes during the upcoming Labor Day weekend, aiming to facilitate …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/28/24
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), America's Poison Centers as well as state and local agencies are investigating reports of severe …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/28/24 |
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Aspiring politicians and seasoned officeholders alike will have the opportunity to sharpen their campaign skills at a bipartisan campaign school hosted by the Alabama Farmers Federation on Oct. 1. …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/28/24
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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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GCM Staff Report
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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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GCM Staff Report
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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 |
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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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GCM Staff Report
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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GCM Staff Report
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8/24/24
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