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While many will be in Mobile for President Donald Trump’s rally ahead of the midterms, the Democratic nominee for Alabama governor will be hosting his own town hall the same evening.
Doug …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/1/26 |
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As the air gets cooler, slightly, and the leaves start to turn, slightly, the Halloween season returns to frighten and delight both children and adults.
Halloween is among my favorite holidays, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — With the general election a little over a month away, candidates running in several races spoke to constituents at Fairhope United Methodist Church on Tuesday, Sept. 29.
The event …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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BJ's Wholesale Club had its grand opening in Foley the morning of Friday, Sept. 25. Ahead of the store's opening, its gas station offered regular gas for just $2 a gallon, resulting in a long line of …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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ORANGE BEACH — The island has a new Mexican restaurant with Pedro’s Tacos Fresh Mex.
The restaurant is located at 25775 Perdido Beach Blvd. within The Shoppes at Palm Pointe, where …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Baldwin County has a new dirty soda shop with Southern Sip opening inside Fairhope's Piggly Wiggly grocery store.
Madi Magallanes co-owns the establishment with April and Pail Kunz. …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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Six-time Grammy winner Jason Isbell and and his band, the 400 Unit, played a sold-out show at Halstead Amphitheater in Fairhope on Thursday, Sept. 24, to kick off the fall concert season for Live at …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/30/26 |
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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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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 |
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A German soccer fan who went viral this summer during the FIFA World Cup has returned to Fairhope.
During the FIFA World Cup held in the United States over the summer, a German superfan on the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |
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With the air getting colder soon and the spookiest season of the year upon us, OWA Parks & Resort in Foley is ready to host guests for the Halloween season.
On select nights from Sept. 25 …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |
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Champagne was flowing at Little Bird in downtown Fairhope Tuesday night with the establishment celebrating its achievement of making The New York Times ’ 2026 list of best restaurants in America.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Gulf Shores Fire Rescue has received a massive upgrade to its training with officials presenting the department's new training facility in a ribbon-cutting ceremony held the morning …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |
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The grand opening for the new Wendy's in Fairhope was held on Wednesday, Sept 16. Located at 22295 Bushel Drive, the new location replaces the Wendy's that was on Greeno and features a patio area, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/23/26 |
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FOLEY — Coastlands Coffee is a spot that provides fellowship and coffee near the heart of downtown Foley.
Joanna Mayes owns the business with her husband, Robert. Mayes said their family has …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/22/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Surfside Nutrition has recently opened in Gulf Shores, providing nutritious drinks for people heading down for a day on the beach. Located at 1404 W. 1st St., the business is owned by …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/21/26 |
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FOLEY — A new venture from a Robertsdale High School band member alumnus is bringing music lessons and a full recording studio South McKenzie Street.
Kevin Newsome is a Robertsdale native who …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/21/26 |
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Summerdale officials held a special called meeting on Saturday, Sept. 19, to discuss the future of the city's police chief.
On Wednesday, Sept. 16, Summerdale Mayor Randy Farris placed Police …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/21/26 |