Gulf Shores – The city of Gulf Shores will host its annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo Wednesday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, at 1930 W. 2nd St. in Gulf …
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GCM Staff Report
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3/24/23
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Loxley and Baldwin County police have been working to combat illegal drug sales and overall crime in the Loxley Heights community and recently seized methamphetamine and other substances amid an …
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GCM Staff Report
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3/24/23
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When European explorers stumbled upon Perdido Bay, it was an enigma.As the winds changed and storms came and went, the sands at the bay's entrance moved making it difficult, sometimes impossible, for …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/24/23 |
Baldwin County's only democratic representative has filed two bills to fight against the state's recent abortion ban, but supporters say the legislation faces an uphill battle.Sen. Vivian Davis …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/23/23 |
The Baldwin County Sherriff’s Office arrested Trinell Brown in connection with the shooting death of his parents.
According to a news release from BCSO, the agency responded to a report of a …
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GCM Staff Report
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3/19/23
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Filing taxes for the first time can be daunting. Whether individuals plan to file taxes through a service or on their own, there are important things to remember before filing a tax return. Portia …
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GCM Staff Report
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3/8/23
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The Alabama Legislature opened its 2023 session this week, and there's money to be spent.Political watchers widely believe Gov. Kay Ivey will quickly call a special session to determine how to spend …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/7/23 |
Millennials are moving to Alabama.An analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau's 1-year American Community Survey by Today's Homeowner shows that 44,673 people moved to Alabama in 2021, including 31,320 …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/7/23 |
FOLEY — A new kids park should be open in Foley by summer to replace the playground that has served a generation of children.The original park at Max Griffith Park closed Monday, Feb. 27, to …
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3/7/23
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FORT MORGAN — On Little Lagoon, gardening takes place by the sea.This summer, more than 50 residents will head out each week to monitor their oyster gardens, copper-colored cages suspended from …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/2/23 |
DAPHNE — City property owners wanting to rent out houses or rooms using services such as Airbnb or Vrbo must now have a Daphne business license under new municipal regulations.
Daphne City …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/1/23 |
GULF SHORES — Organizers are preparing for the start of the 2023 Hangout Music Festival set for May on the Gulf Shores boardwalk.The Gulf Shores City Council was scheduled to vote Monday, Feb. …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/28/23 |
GULF SHORES — A state grant being considered for Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley could help build a new recycling center for all of Baldwin County, Gulf Shores officials said.The three …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/28/23 |
FOLEY — Work has begun to extend a section of the Wilbourne Antique Rose Trail, a popular walking trail in the city's downtown.
An orange construction fence has been installed west of the …
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2/21/23
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Rep. Jennifer Fidler (R – Silverhill) has scheduled three town hall meetings for constituents, beginning Thursday evening.Fidler represents District 94 which stretches from the Eastern Shore …
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By Allison Marlow
Managing Editor allisonm@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/21/23 |
FAIRHOPE — A new eight-lane track at Founders Park will allow schools to hold meets at the site, but the cost of almost $2.5 million is more than officials expected.The Fairhope City Council …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/21/23 |
FAIRHOPE — Fairhope is drawing up plans to renovate the historic K-1 Center site after approving almost $445,000 in engineering and design work.
The Fairhope City Council voted Monday, Feb, …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/21/23 |
GULF SHORES — After a successful debut in 2022, the Alabama Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival will return to Gulf Shores in November, but organizers are still working on the exact date, city …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/21/23 |
GULF SHORES — Gulf Coast officials could be ready to start beach renourishment work by summer, but a final decision on when to start pumping sand onto eroded beaches will have to wait on …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/21/23 |
FOLEY — Trucks can no longer use Clarke Ridge Road as a shortcut in Foley after officials and residents reported that the heavy vehicles are damaging the roadway.The Baldwin County Commission …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/16/23 |