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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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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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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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Tacky Jacks is bringing back its Wine Tastings with Winston series this fall, giving wine enthusiasts and curious newcomers an opportunity to sample wines from around the world while enjoying …
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9/26/26
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Comfort food may not have an official definition, but people tend to know which foods can hit the spot when they're seeking to get a little homemade reassurance at mealtime. Meatloaf certainly fits …
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9/25/26
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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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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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Chef Bill Briand of little bird in Fairhope will bring back his Southern Grace Dinner series this November, welcoming two other acclaimed Southern chefs for a one-night-only, five-course dining …
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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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Pizza is one of the most widely enjoyed and consumed comfort foods around the world. Although it is believed to have originated in Italy, pizza can now be found in many countries across the globe. …
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9/18/26
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PHOTOS BY MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA
Original Oyster House honored first responders, law enforcement for 19th-annual Never Forget Lunch.
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BY MICAH GREEN
Chief Digital Officer/Photojournalist micah@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/15/26 |
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The Fairhope Farmer's Market made its return on Thursday, Sept. 10, to kick off the fall season in downtown Fairhope.
The market is held behind the Fairhope Public Library every Thursday …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/14/26 |
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FAIRHOPE - Bartenders from around the Eastern Shore competed in the inaugural Eastern Shore Bartender's Championship, hosted by The Hope Farm in Fairhope on Thursday, Sept. 10.
During the event, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/14/26 |
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Honey has been enjoyed for centuries. Ancient peoples ate honey, and historians believe humans have been harvesting wild honey since the Stone Age. Honey has been widely consumed, used in medicinal …
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9/11/26
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Culver's has expanded their reach across Baldwin County by opening a new location in Fairhope, having their grand opening on Labor Day morning on Monday, Sept. 7. Known for their butter burgers, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/9/26 |
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“Let the food be your medicine and the medicine be your food.”
That is the motto hanging above The International Goat, a booth inside the Piggly Wiggly store at 100 Plantation Pointe in …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/9/26 |
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ROBERTSDALE — Many children grow up working for their parents' business, spending summers in their teen years earning their keep and gaining real-world experience.
Not everyone's summer jobs …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/8/26 |