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Baldwin County Commission conducts resident survey on internet service
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 … more
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The Dr. W.C. Holmes Bridge carries more than 10 million vehicles a year over the Intracoastal Waterway in Gulf Shores. State highway officials plan to open bids on a third bridge over the canal Sept. 30.
Alabama officials to open bids on new bridge to Orange Beach, Gulf Shores
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 … more
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Joel Potter is the new Gulf Shores city arborist.
New Gulf Shores arborist working to protect and study city's trees
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 … more
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Baldwin County Commission Chairman Jeb Ball addresses the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Sept. 1. Ball said affordable housing and keeping up with growth are among the challenges facing the county.
Housing, growth among Baldwin's challenges
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 … more
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Some Fairhope residents with limited incomes could be eligible for reduced garbage collection rates under a plan approved by the city council. Some commercial collection rates will increase under the new plan.
Fairhope changing some garbage fees
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 … more
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Gulf Shores plans to build a pedestrian bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway east of the Dr. W.C. Holmes Bridge. The lane now used by pedestrians and bicyclists on the Holmes bridge will be used for a third southbound vehicle lane on Alabama 59.
Gulf Shores approves 2023 transportation plan
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 … more
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The city of Fairhope plans to create a municipal nature park on the 108-acre Triangle property at the intersection of U.S. 98, Alabama 104 and Section Street.
Fairhope preparing plans for Triangle
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. … more
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Regulation changes could end Gulf Shores multifamily development moratorium
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 … more
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A new Daphne animal shelter is one of the projects officials said are needed in the city. The city council approved a $2 per night lodging fee to raise money for city projects.
Daphne adds $2 lodging tax fee
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 … more
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Spanish Fort considers allowing food trucks
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 … more
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The city of Spanish Fort plans to build a new fire station at the corner of Wayside Drive and U.S. 31 next to City Hall. The Fire Rescue Department, which has operated as a volunteer group since 1962, became a city agency Aug. 1.
New station, raises in plans for Spanish Fort fire as city department
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 … more
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Foley sets hearing on sleeping in public sites law
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 … more
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Baldwin County plans recycling facility by end of 2023
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 … more
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Members of the Baldwin County Commission met earlier this week and voted on rescinding extra pay for employees that was authorized during the pandemic
Baldwin County Commission to stop COVID-19 supplement pay
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 … more
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Repairs needed to fix the roof of the Fairhope Civic Center and City Hall complex could cost $1 million. City officials are considering replacing the structure, but a study found that immediate work is needed to repair the building.
Fairhope Civic Center roof needs $1 million fix
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 … more
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Presenting the award was Horace Horn with PowerSouth Energy; Susan Comensky with Alabama Power Company; and Jesse Vogtle, AWF President.
Leslie Gahagan awarded 2022 Water Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation
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 … more
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Work begins to stop flooding on County Road 12 in Foley
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 … more
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The company that produces the "Litter Gitter" cleaning system used on area waterways will be cleaning the pond near the Winn Dixie shopping center in Fairhope under a contract approved by the Fairhope City Council.
Litter cleanup plan to include environmental education at Fairhope detention pond
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 … more
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Fairhope officials are developing plans to create a public space at the clock corner at the intersection of Fairhope Avenue and Section Street. The city council hired the Christian Preus Landscape Architecture firm to design the project.
Plans move forward for Fairhope clock corner
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 … more
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Bayfront Park in Daphne is flooded during Hurricane Ida in 2021. Baldwin County is working with state and federal officials to prepare an updated hurricane evacuation plan.
Baldwin County communities are urged to update their hurricane plans
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 … more
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