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Magnolia Springs may be small, but its plans for the future are anything but. With deep roots in its community and a vision for what comes next, the town is branching out — and earning statewide …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/2/26 |
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American Legion Eastern Shore Post 199 is bringing local golfers together for its first annual golf tournament Oct. 15 at Quail Creek Golf Course, with a day of competition and fellowship planned to …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/2/26 |
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Baldwin County Education Coalition’s annual Golf Classic hit the links Sept. 10 at Rock Creek Golf Club, bringing together 120 golfers and raising $56,718 to support public education across Baldwin …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/1/26 |
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Gov. Kay Ivey announced Sept. 28 the creation of the Alabama STEM Council Seal of Approval, a new initiative designed to recognize high-quality STEM programs and events across the state. Ivey made …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@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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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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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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Elberta residents will have an opportunity to meet the town’s new police chief and members of the police department during a Coffee with a Cop event Monday, Oct. 5, at the Elberta Public Library.
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 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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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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From Jeeps and heavy equipment rodeos to plants, Dolly Parton and some seriously odd art, this week’s event lineup proves there’s no such thing as a boring weekend on the Gulf Coast. Whether …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/22/26 |
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Little feet, big imaginations and a week full of reasons to get out and play. Young adventurers can explore the Gulf Coast from the pier, build something brick by brick, tumble and play at open gym …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/22/26 |
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Trees can make a neighborhood more attractive, but their benefits may go much deeper than appearance.
From helping people manage stress to encouraging physical activity and improving air …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/21/26 |
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Baldwin County's coastal landscape is closely tied to its waterways, wetlands and watersheds, with rivers, bays, streams and coastal habitats shaping communities and supporting recreation, wildlife …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/17/26 |
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A little taste of Greece is coming back to Mobile as the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church welcomes the community to Greek Fest 2026, Oct. 15-17. The three-day festival will run from 11 a.m. to 9 …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/15/26 |
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There are a lot of ways to spend a day in Baldwin County. Watch the sunrise over the Gulf. Launch a boat and spend the morning on the water. Grab a cup of coffee before work or linger over a long …
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GCM Staff Report
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9/14/26
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If the kids are already asking, “What are we doing today?” this week’s calendar has plenty of answers — and maybe even a few ways to keep the “I’m bored” blues at bay. Young adventurers …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/14/26 |
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Ready to trade the couch for a little community fun? This weekend’s lineup has plenty of reasons to get out and about, whether that means playing “recess” as a grown-up in downtown Foley, …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/14/26 |
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Runners, families and supporters will gather Sept. 26 for the 19th annual GO Run, an event that raises money for gynecologic cancer research at the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute. Presented by …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/11/26 |