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The Baldwin County Library Cooperative moved out of its former location in Loxley after the County Commission voted in July to cancel the lease. The city of Foley has offered the BCLC a new location in its municipal library building.
Foley offers new home for Baldwin County Library Cooperative
BAY MINETTE — The Baldwin County Library Cooperative could be moving to a new home in Foley after several months without one.A proposal is being worked out by the BCLC, county commission and … more
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The home of Nancy Lewis, a former enslaved woman who was an early resident of Fairhope, was demolished earlier this year for a development project that was later canceled. The destruction of that house and other structures have some Fairhope officials considering a historic preservation ordinance.
Fairhope debates historic rules preservation after home demolished
FAIRHOPE — The demolition of a century-old home owned by a former enslaved woman who was an early resident of Fairhope has some city officials considering regulations to protect other historic … more
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Wolf Creek is one of the streams in the Foley area that will be restored with a $2.8-million state grant. The money is part of $47 million in funding for environmental grants on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Baldwin County projects among work funded by $47 million state environmental grants
FOLEY — State environmental grants for the Alabama Gulf Coast will help improve waterways in several areas of Baldwin County, local officials said.In November, Gov. Kay Ivey announced the … more
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Donna Givens, who was recently elected to the Alabama House of Representatives, addresses members of the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce at the annual Elected Officials Luncheon in Fairhope.
Baldwin County elected officials looking forward to new year
FAIRHOPE — Baldwin County elected officials said they are looking forward to more growth and progress in the upcoming year as three newly elected legislators join the mix and work continues on … more
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Young camphor trees line a path at the Fairhope Triangle property. City officials are looking for ways to slow the spread of invasive plant species, such as the camphor.
Fairhope looks for solutions to invasive plant spread
FAIRHOPE — Volunteers could help Fairhope's effort to remove invasive plant species around the city and restore native flora.City Councilman Corey Martin said at a recent work session that … more
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Developers plan to build a 97-home subdivision on a 40-acre parcel next to the Walmart in Robertsdale. The city council voted Monday, Nov. 21, to annex the site and zone the property as a planned unit development.
Subdivision plans near Robertsdale Walmart worry residents
ROBERTSDALE — A proposal to build almost 100 homes west of the Robertsdale Walmart has some residents expressing concerns about drainage, sewer services and traffic.The Robertsdale City Council … more
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Work will start in January to add a third southbound lane on Alabama 59 from Coastal Gateway Boulevard over the Dr. W.C. Holmes Bridge to Fort Morgan Road. The project is scheduled to be finished by February 2025.
Work to widen Hwy. 59 in Gulf Shores starting in January
GULF SHORES — Work will start in January to add a third southbound lane to Alabama 59 from Coastal Gateway Boulevard south to Fort Morgan Road.Gulf Shores City Council was scheduled to vote … more
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Gov. Kay Ivey, Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship and other dignitaries officially opened the State Rep. Steve McMillan Fort Morgan Fishing Pier and Boat Ramp on Mobile Bay during a ribbon cutting ceremony earlier this month.
Pier and boat ramp named after late Baldwin state. Rep. McMillan opens at Fort Morgan
The ribbon-cuttings to provide access to Alabama's abundant natural resources continued last week as Gov. Kay Ivey, Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship and other dignitaries officially opened … more
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Floodwaters cover Booth Road in Fairfield Place subdivision after a heavy rain. Fairhope officials are studying drainage improvements to reduce flooding in the area.
Fairhope studies flooding problems on Cowpen Creek
FAIRHOPE — City officials are looking at ways to mitigate flooding that has affected some developments along Cowpen Creek for several decades.Eric Cortinas, city building official, said … more
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Baldwin's state legislators to move offices in Bay Minette
BAY MINETTE — The Baldwin County Legislative Delegation will move into a new Bay Minette office following an agreement Tuesday, Nov. 16, with the Baldwin County Commission.Commissioners voted … more
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Public electric vehicle charging stations, like this one in Fairhope, will be built in Robertsdale, Orange Beach and Fairhope. A $2.45-million state grant is paying for stations at 18 sites across Alabama.
Baldwin County getting three public EV charging stations with state grant
ROBERTSDALE — Three Baldwin County cities will receive new electric car charging stations thanks to a state grant program.Sites in Robertsdale, Fairhope and Orange Beach are among 18 across … more
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Aubury Fuller, Baldwin EMC District 3 Trustee
Baldwin EMC holds 2022 annual meeting
SUMMERDALE — Baldwin EMC held its 2022 Annual Meeting at its Summerdale headquarters on Friday, Nov. 4. The meeting included voting in elections for trustees and bylaw revisions.Chad Grace was … more
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The City of Daphne voted to buy the property on which the Infirmary Health System building is located. The property is next to Bayfront Park.
Daphne buys Infirmary Health site for recreation addition
DAPHNE — The City of Daphne is moving ahead with plans to buy the Thomas Medical Center building next to Bayfront Park to expand recreational opportunities in the area, Mayor Robin LeJeune … more
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Spanish Fort City Council members discuss eliminating the annual employee supplement during their work session Monday, Nov. 7. The move would save the city about $32,000, Mayor Mike McMillan said.
Spanish Fort considering cutting annual employee supplement
SPANISH FORT — With an increasing number of people working for the city and other growing costs, Spanish Fort City Council members are discussing ending the annual pay supplement for municipal … more
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Gulf Shores hurricane re-entry passes to expire
Current City of Gulf Shores hurricane re-entry decals will expire at the end of 2022.If your property is located outside the corporate limits of the City of Gulf Shores, you will need to obtain a … more
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Improvements on Waterway Boulevard East extension at a cost of $12.28 million are one of the major transportation projects planned in the Gulf Shores budget for the upcoming year.
Gulf Shores budget includes employee raises
The city of Gulf Shores was scheduled to approve a budget with more than $181.4 million in revenue and about $180.57 million in expenses that includes new transportation projects, a justice center … more
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Aircraft are parked at the Airbus assembly plant at the Mobile International Airport. The Mobile Airport Authority plans to start construction of a new terminal at the airport in 2023.
New Mobile Airport expected to be boost for Baldwin
DAPHNE — The planned Mobile International Airport will bring transportation options and services closer for much of Baldwin County when it opens in 2025, Chris Curry, Mobile Airport Authority … more
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Beads fly off a float during Daphne's 2022 Mardi Gras parade.
Daphne updates rules on Mardi Gras throws
DAPHNE Moon Pies no longer have to be made in America to be legally thrown at Daphne Mardi Gras parades, but float riders cannot toss wooden objects or anything weighing more than 2 pounds under an … more
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Staff members snapped this shot after a tornado packing winds of 110 mph skirted past the Swift-Coles Home in Bon Secour. The storm interrupted a wedding reception on the property and sent guests running for cover.
Tornado interrupts nuptials in Bon Secour
BON SECOUR — The toasts to the bride and groom had just begun when the sky cracked open, and sheets of rain dropped and drenched the guests.Within minutes, staff members at the Swift-Coles Home … more
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Truck weight proposal worries Baldwin County officials
DAPHNE — A proposed change in logging truck weight limits could increase demands on Baldwin County roads and bridges and create more safety problems, county officials said.Joey Nunnally, county … more
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