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Registered voters in Baldwin County, particularly those in Summerdale and communities to the south, are being encouraged to consider serving as poll workers ahead of upcoming elections.
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4/22/26
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Fairhope officials further discussed a series of proposed amendments to the city’s zoning ordinances with the public.
City council has been looking at proposed changes to their zoning …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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The Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department held its annual open house on Saturday, April 18, giving guests an opportunity to tour the grounds and to participate in hands-on activities.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/21/26 |
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City officials are moving forward with plans to ease congestion along one of Foley’s busiest corridors, approving a project to add turn lanes on South Juniper Street near Iberville Square.
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4/20/26
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Foley city officials have released a new, streamlined look at municipal finances, offering residents a clearer picture of how public funds are collected and spent.
The 2026 edition of Foley’s …
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4/18/26
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The Alabama Legislature has given final approval to a bill aimed at protecting voter privacy while maintaining access to election data, according to a news release from the Secretary of State’s …
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4/17/26
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The Alabama Legislature adjourned April 9 from this year's session, the last in this quadrennium that marks the final round of lawmaking before senators and representatives are up for election. In …
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By KAYLA GREEN AND WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/17/26 |
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State Rep. Jennifer Fidler will host a series of town hall meetings in Baldwin County following the conclusion of the 2026 Legislative Session on April 9, offering residents an opportunity to hear …
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4/16/26
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Unlike other parts of the year when Fairhope's council chamber draws smaller crowds, the sunny afternoon of Wednesday, April 15, was far different.
Before the trial began, a crowd of around 30 …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/16/26 |
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Nearly two decades after a young man was pulled from the Gulf waters during the chaos of Hurricane Rita, investigators are again asking for the public’s help to restore his identity.
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4/16/26
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City of Fairhope is considering an ordinance that would create a new framework to identify and designate historic properties and historic districts within city limits.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/15/26 |
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Fairhope City Council is considering a new ordinance that would impose tighter regulations on electric mobility vehicles within city limits, such as e-bikes and electric scooters.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/15/26 |
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ROBERTSDALE — As this year's primary election looms, the Baldwin County Farmers Federation held a meet and greet on Monday, April 13, featuring both statewide and local candidates whom the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/15/26 |
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It's just two 1.37-acre parcels being swapped to create a new entry into the expanding terminal at Gulf Shores International Airport.
But it's execution involves a few hoops to jump through …
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By John Mullen
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 4/15/26 |
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The City of Gulf Shores has awarded three local organizations funding through its Spring 2026 Nonprofit Grant Program, directing support toward environmental conservation, arts access and youth …
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4/15/26
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The Baldwin County Commission announced in a news release that it will reopen the Robertsdale Central Annex on April 20 following nearly a year of renovations aimed at improving efficiency and …
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4/14/26
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A statewide Fire Alert is in effect across Alabama as worsening drought conditions and low relative humidity continue to elevate wildfire risk, State Forester Rick Oates announced in a release from …
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4/14/26
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Work on a new recreation center in Daphne took a big step forward recently.
On Monday, April 6, Daphne City Council authorized Mayor Robin LeJeune to utilize a GoMESA grant agreement to be used …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/13/26 |
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On Monday, April 6, Daphne City Council approved ordinances for a new development, Italian Village, including pre-zoning and annexation of the property.
As previously reported by GCM, the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/13/26 |
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As Alabama ramps up efforts to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary, Baldwin County is positioning itself to take part in several statewide initiatives led by the Alabama USA …
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4/11/26
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