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Richard Cox enters 2026 race for Baldwin County Commission District 1
Richard Cox, a lifelong Baldwin County resident with deep family roots stretching back to the 1700s, has launched his campaign for Baldwin County Commission District 1, according to a news release. … more
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Foley Municipal Airport renamed to honor former Mayor Arthur Holk
Foley’s municipal airport will soon carry the name of one of the city’s most influential leaders after the City Council approved renaming the facility Holk Field at Foley Municipal … more
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Foley Marketing Director LaDonna Hinesley passes away at 61
The City of Foley announced on its website Tuesday, Dec. 3, that LaDonna Griffin Hinesley, the city’s marketing director for more than a decade, died peacefully over the weekend at her family … more
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Foley is adding a four-way stop sign at the intersection of North Alston Street and West Peachtree Avenue. The sign is intended to improve traffic flow near Baldwin Health hospital and other medical facilities.
Foley adding four-way stop near Baldwin Health amid Hospital Expansion
As Baldwin Health expands its services, the city is taking steps to manage increased traffic near the hospital. The Foley City Council approved a four-way stop at the intersection of North … more
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Baldwin County municipal meetings for the week of Dec. 8
Time to make your voice heard. Want to know when your city council or local board is meeting next? Whether you attend in person or follow along online, staying connected with your community … more
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C.C. Dixon-Moreno approached the stand during the public comment period.
Orange Beach approves $15K to join other municipalities in support of state law prohibiting begging
ORANGE BEACH — The City of Orange Beach is joining as a signatory in support of maintaining state statutes surrounding panhandling and begging. Through a unanimous vote by Orange Beach … more
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Work is starting on improvements on South Chicago Street between U.S. 98 and East Orange Avenue.
Work to begin on South Chicago Street ahead of Foley's new library
Foley is preparing its downtown corridor for a major transformation as crews begin work on South Chicago Street, a project tied to the opening of the city's new library and community center in 2026. … more
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Gulf Shores pedestrian bridge project at 40% completion
After about nine months of construction, the Gulf Shores pedestrian bridge project is approximately 40% complete and slightly ahead of schedule. Clint Colvin, Gulf Shores capital projects … more
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Ivey awards $2.7 million to fight homelessness statewide with funds headed to Baldwin County
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $2.7 million in state and federal funding to expand homelessness services across Alabama, including $230,000 designated for Baldwin County through Family Promise of Baldwin … more
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The Haven for Animals in Fairhope earns national honor for no-kill achievement
The Haven for Animals has been recognized with the 2024 No Kill Award from Best Friends Animal Society, marking another major achievement for Baldwin County’s first no-kill shelter. The … more
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Orange Beach settles five-year lawsuit with land swap, $500,000
ORANGE BEACH — Five years after Larry Wireman with Turquoise Properties sued the City of Orange Beach relating to certain properties previously transferred to the city, a settlement has been … more
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Food boxes were distributed at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market on Tuesday, Nov. 25. The market also opened for a Special PreThanksgiving Market on Tuesday.
Foley's CAFFM blends holiday shopping and service in PreThanksgiving Market
Foley’s Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermens Market opened Thanksgiving week with a full day of holiday shopping and community service that drew steady crowds and put more than 100 food … more
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Workers place plants at the Foley Welcome Center at the intersection of Laurel Avenue and McKenzie Street. The city is installing new plants for the winter season at locations around Foley.
Seasonal plant swap brightens Foley gateways before holidays
Foley crews were out this week swapping decorative plants along major roads as the city prepared for the holiday season. The Foley Horticulture Department, working with Landscape Workshop, … more
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Community leaders, business owners convene for Foley Main Street Idea Exchange
More than 60 community members, business owners and local leaders gathered recently for the Foley Main Street Bi-annual Idea Exchange, a forum designed to review downtown progress, discuss future … more
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Baldwin County begins Phase II of CR 65 and CR 12 intersection upgrades
The Baldwin County Highway Department will begin Phase II of improvements at the CR 65 and CR 12 intersection on Dec. 1, according to a news release. The work will add new left-turn lanes on CR … more
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The boundaries of the Foley Arts and Entertainment District are marked with blue sidewalk paintings.
Ivey eyes statewide safety changes after Montgomery mass shooting; Could Baldwin County districts see impact?
Gov. Kay Ivey is weighing new restrictions on alcohol sales in entertainment districts after a mass shooting in downtown Montgomery on Oct. 4 left two people dead and 12 injured. The changes, … more
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State library board punts decision on Fairhope Public Library again, approves code change on transgender material
After a contentious discussion, the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has once again decided to punt a decision on restoring state funding for the Fairhope Public Library over alleged violations … more
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A screenshot of the body cam footage depicting Fairhope police Col. Andrew Babb and his encounter with Jeana Renea Gamble, a 61-year-old Fairhope resident who was arrested while participating in a "No Kings" protest along Greeno Road in Fairhope last month while wearing a phallic costume.
'This is a family town': Body cam footage shows Fairhope woman in phallic inflatable costume's arrest
Body cam footage of Fairhope police arresting a woman wearing a phallic costume during a No Kings protest last month has been released. On Oct. 18, a protester, later identified as Jeana Renea … more
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Ivey awards trio of grants to bolster domestic violence services in south Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $415,000 to three organizations that support domestic violence victims across south Alabama, with a significant share directed to The Lighthouse, which serves Baldwin and … more
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Featured above is the projected plan for the County Road 4 intersection signal.
Gulf Shores approves new traffic lights on County Road 4, 8
Gulf Shores approved the addition of two new traffic signals to help with traffic safety at certain intersections. The lowest — and only — bidder for both signals was Bagby … more
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