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Wendy Congiardo stands for a portrait at Honey Bee Park in Robertsdale
Gulf Shores' managing librarian, Wendy Congiardo, retires after 25 years in AL
GULF SHORES — After working as a librarian for 25 years, Wendy Congiardo retired from her position as managing librarian of the Thomas B. Norton Public Library, with her official last having … more
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Fairhope's library director to retire after decades of service
FAIRHOPE — Tamara Dean, the longtime library director in Fairhope, has announced her retirement, effective Dec. 31. With over two decades of service to the library, Dean leaves an … more
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After the new lane has been paved south of the bridge, there will still be two lanes of traffic while a median is installed to Hwy 59. The city is expecting the road on the south side of the bridge to be “completely done” in May 2025.
Gulf Shores agreement with ALDOT will speed up Hwy. 59 construction permit approvals
GULF SHORES — Gulf Shores City Council approved a cooperative maintenance agreement between the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the City of Gulf Shores that allows for a … more
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Shoppers flock to Foley Art Center’s Trim-A-Tree market for unique holiday finds
FOLEY — A steady hum of excitement filled Foley Art Center on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, as shoppers browsed the annual Trim-A-Tree holiday market. The event, which showcases … more
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Municipal meetings throughout Baldwin County for the week of Dec. 2
Curious about when your city council or local board is meeting next? Whether you attend in person or follow along online, staying connected with your community starts here. This guide … more
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Fairhope house from 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' to be moved
FAIRHOPE — The house featured in the iconic sci-fi film "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" will be moving from its original site. During a Fairhope city council meeting on Thursday, … more
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Gulf Shores Police Department awarded national accreditation by CALEA
The Gulf Shores Police Department was awarded national accreditation on Nov. 16 by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies Inc. (CALEA) in the Law Enforcement program. "Two … more
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Foley will build a new public library on a site south of U.S. 98 near the city’s Dog Park. The City Council accepted a bid on the project Monday, Nov. 18.
Foley moving forward on new library
FOLEY — Construction of the new Foley Public Library building and community center will begin soon. Foley City Council voted Monday, Nov. 18, to accept a nearly $18 million bid from … more
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Decision on demolishing old Fairhope Hardware building delayed
FAIRHOPE — The old Fairhope Hardware Building in downtown Fairhope looks to survive at least a little longer. The city's Board of Adjustments and Appeals pushed back its impending decision on … more
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Fairhope pedestrian tunnel construction ongoing amid Flying Creek renovations
FAIRHOPE — Fairhope is getting a boost to its recreation in the near future. For starters, progress on a new pedestrian tunnel, which will be located below Veterans Drive, has gone … more
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Alabama State Representative Donna Givens presents a donation to Dream Center of Baldwin County Board President Steve Bailey. The funds will support programs for underprivileged youth in Baldwin County.
Dream Center of Baldwin County receives funding to expand counseling, mentoring, prevention programs
The Dream Center of Baldwin County received a donation from District 64 state Rep. Donna Givens (R-Loxley). The donation will benefit the center's mission to support underprivileged youth in … more
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Part of Foley's ongoing efforts to improve pedestrian connectivity and safety include paving sidewalks along Alabama 59.
Foley secures $800,000 TAP grant to expand sidewalk connectivity along Alabama 59
Foley is advancing its efforts to enhance pedestrian connectivity with plans to build additional sidewalks along Alabama 59, linking East Pride Drive and Azalea Avenue. Foley City Council … more
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Greenbelt zones will include trees, landscaping and other buffers between new subdivisions and major roads in Foley.
Foley adopts greenbelt zones to enhance community aesthetics and shield neighborhoods
New developments that build in Foley will appear more outwardly green. Foley City Council approved a zoning ordinance amendment to establish greenbelt zones, a move aimed at creating visually … more
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Municipal meetings throughout Baldwin County for the week of Nov. 25
Just because Thanksgiving is coming up next week doesn't mean that Baldwin County's cities and towns aren't busy. While many cities and towns moved their municipal meetings to earlier dates, … more
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Featured above is a map of the lot and the specifics of the rezoning request.
Orange Beach townhouse subdivision gets rezoning approval on Roscoe Road near Foley Beach Express
ORANGE BEACH — Roscoe Road may see the addition of a 60-unit townhouse subdivision. The Orange Beach Planning Commission recommended the approval of rezoning a property on Roscoe Road from a … more
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Municipal meetings throughout Baldwin County for the week of Nov. 18
Ever wondered when a local municipal meeting is taking place or need a reminder to stay involved? We've got you covered. Here are essential details about meeting times, locations and how to … more
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Gov. Ivey awards $500K to Robertsdale for sewer improvements
Robertsdale recently received a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to fund public sewer upgrades, a project aimed to enhance infrastructure in the city's southeast section. … more
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The former Fairhope Hardware Building, located at 301 Fairhope Ave., was built in 1922.
Board to decide fate of Fairhope Hardware Building, applicant wants to demolish for hotel, restaurant
One of Fairhope’s oldest and historic buildings may be on the chopping block soon. This month, the city’s Board of Adjustments and Appeals will meet to decide on the future of the … more
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Baldwin County's October 2024 housing report
While the pace of Baldwin County's housing market decelerated this past month, home prices and sales continued to climb throughout the county. According to Baldwin REALTORS Multiple Listing … more
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Sen. Elliott: ALDOT to allow Cove traffic under new Gulf Shores Canal bridge
GULF SHORES — A tentative alternative may be in the offing to route traffic to a new development on the Intracoastal Waterway by using what was once deemed "denied access" under the state's new … more
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