BAY MINETTE — County officials hope to use a survey now being conducted to improve internet access to growing areas of the county that do not have sufficient service.The Baldwin County …
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By Guy Busby
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/8/22 |
GULF SHORES — State highway officials plan to open bids on a new bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway on Sept. 30, according to a statement from the Alabama Department of Transportation.Gulf …
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By Guy Busby
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/8/22 |
GULF SHORES — As Gulf Shores develops, protecting the trees and other aspects of the environment that attract people to the resort community is a priority, the city's new arborist said.Joel …
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By GUY BUSBY
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FOLEY — Baldwin County has managed to deal with changes in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States, but officials are still working on some issues, County Commission Chairman …
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By Guy Busby
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/6/22 |
FAIRHOPE — Some Fairhope residents with limited incomes could be eligible for reduced garbage collection rates starting Oct. 1 under a plan approved Monday, Aug. 22, by the city council.The …
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By Guy Busby
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/6/22 |
GULF SHORES — A third southbound lane on Alabama 59 between Foley and Gulf Shores will be open by 2024 and a pedestrian bridge built over the Intracoastal Waterway under plans approved by the …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/30/22 |
FAIRHOPE — A walking trail for disabled visitors is among the plans for Fairhope's Triangle property when the parcel becomes a municipal nature park.The Fairhope City Council voted Monday, Aug. …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/30/22 |
GULF SHORES — A six-month moratorium on accepting plan applications for multifamily and townhouse site plans could come to an end with new development regulations, city officials said.The Gulf …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/22 |
DAPHNE — People renting rooms in Daphne will pay an additional $2 a night under a plan to raise funds for the city.The Daphne City Council voted Monday, Aug. 15, to approve the change in the …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/22 |
SPANISH FORT — Food trucks could be allowed on the streets of Spanish Fort under a proposed ordinance being considered by city officials.The Spanish Fort City Council will consider the …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/22 |
SPANISH FORT — Plans for the Spanish Fort Fire Rescue Department include a new station next to city hall and pay increases for firefighters now that they are city employees, Spanish Fort …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/22 |
FOLEY — City officials will hold a public hearing Tuesday, Sept. 6, on an ordinance against camping in public places intended to deal with an increasing number of people sleeping on streets and …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/23/22 |
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS — A countywide recycling facility could be in operation by the end of next year, saving thousands of tons of waste from landfills and relieving local agencies from having to …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/18/22 |
FAIRHOPE — After a debate that lasted for almost half of their one-hour work session Monday, Aug. 15, the Baldwin County Commission voted 3-1 the following day to rescind a $23-million 30-month …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/18/22 |
FAIRHOPE — A replacement for the Fairhope Civic Center and City Hall complex is planned for the next five to 10 years, but repairs for the current building's roof, estimated at $1 million, will …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/16/22 |
Leslie Gahagan's office at the rear of the Graham Creek Nature Preserve Interpretive Center is slightly terrifying and may make you question what she does for a living.Halloween masks circle the …
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Melanie LeCroy
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/16/22 |
FOLEY — Crews are working to clear debris and silt that has caused flooding along Baldwin County 12 since Hurricane Sally struck the area in 2020, Foley officials said.The Foley City Council …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/16/22 |
FAIRHOPE — A set of booms to be installed on the detention pond near the Fairhope Winn Dixie shopping center should prevent litter and other debris from flowing into Mobile Bay, city officials …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/16/22 |
FAIRHOPE — Plans are moving forward to create a public space at the Fairhope clock corner at the intersection of Fairhope Avenue and Section Street.The city council voted Monday, Aug. 8, to …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/16/22 |
FAIRHOPE — Baldwin County communities need to update their disaster plans to take in lessons learned from recent hurricanes and the need to accommodate continued growth, planners and officials …
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By GUY BUSBY
Government Editor guy@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/11/22 |