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Baldwin County Sheriff Huey "Hoss" Mack takes the oath of office to start his fifth term as sheriff. Mack, Coroner Brian Pierce and Circuit Judge Scott Taylor were sworn in for new terms during a Jan. 17 county commission meeting.
3 returning Baldwin County officials begin new terms
FAIRHOPE — Three Baldwin County officials who recently began new terms praised their staff and supporters and said they are looking forward to continued progress in the next four years.Baldwin … more
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The intersection of Interstate 10 marks the northern end of the Beach Express. County officials have placed plans to extend the highway north to Interstate 65 on the inactive list of road projects saying the county does not have the money for the project.
Lack of funding leaves Baldwin Beach Express extension in limbo
FAIRHOPE — Baldwin County officials said there is no money to extend Baldwin Beach Express north to Interstate 65. The project is officially on hold.At a county work session on long-range … more
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Nancy Dean stands with the bench she painted outside of Bay Minette Public Library.
Benches become books in Bay Minette
The Bay Minette Public Library unveiled two additions to its courtyard: fiberglass book benches painted by local artists.Nancy Self used the work of Shel Silverstein as an inspiration for one bench, … more
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The alley between West Laurel Avenue and Jessamine Street will become a public arts and park area as part of a project by Foley Main Street and the city of Foley. Murals and other arts projects are planned at the site west of Alabama 59.
Foley starting downtown alley art project
FOLEY — A public art and park project in an alley off Alabama 59 and U.S. 98 is the first step in plans to make downtown Foley more of a center for visitors and activities, project supporters … more
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Construction crews work on construction at Bayfront Park in Daphne. The project is one of the improvements discussed during the "State of the Cities" program conducted by the Eastern Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 18.
Eastern Shore cities making improvements
DAPHNE — More recreation activities, major water and sewer upgrades and road projects are among the improvements planned in Eastern Shore cities in upcoming months, local mayors said.Daphne … more
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A $2.5 million state grant will provide funding to extend utility services to the site in Bay Minette where the Novelis aluminum plant is under construction. The $2.4 billion plant is expected to employ up to 1,000 workers when opened.
Alabama awards $2.5 million grant for upgrades at Novelis site in Bay Minette
BAY MINETTE — A $2.5-million state grant will help Bay Minette and Baldwin County prepare for the construction of a new aluminum manufacturing plant.Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced the … more
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Baldwin County Sheriff's Capt. Andre Reid speaks with audience members during a discussion of the new state law removing some requirements for pistol permits. Under the law, residents do not need a permit to carry a concealed pistol or to have a handgun in their car.
Baldwin County Officials answer questions about gun law changes
FAIRHOPE — A state law that went into effect Jan. 1 allows residents to carry concealed pistols without a permit, but some restrictions remain for Alabama gun owners, local law enforcement … more
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Visitors walk and sit on the public beach in Gulf Shores. Gulf Shores City Council plans to ban alcohol on city beaches during the 2023 spring break in March and April.
Gulf Shores plans spring break beach alcohol ban
GULF SHORES — Alcohol will be prohibited again on public beaches in Gulf Shores during spring break in an effort to discourage rowdy behavior by visiting students.Gulf Shores City Council was … more
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Children play on xylophones placed at the new Foley Pine Street Park. The park, next to Foley Middle School, was dedicated Wednesday, Jan. 11.
Foley dedicates first 'pocket park'
FOLEY — What had been a vacant lot on U.S. 98 is now the first in a planned series of small parks that will be recreation sites, music venues and playgrounds.The city and the South Baldwin … more
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Crews work to add turn lanes on Gayfer Avenue and U.S. 98 in Fairhope. The Fairhope City Council voted Monday, Jan. 9 to approve a change order to repair the roadbed at the site.
Fairhope approves more work for Gayfer turn lanes
FAIRHOPE — Roadbed deterioration at the intersection of Gayfer Avenue and U.S. 98 will add to costs and the timetable to add turn lanes at the site, city officials said.Fairhope City Council … more
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Erosion on Fly Creek in Fairhope is one of the issues being examined in a watershed study by the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program. A draft of the study is expected to be ready for public comment by March.
Mobile Bay National Estuary Program completing Eastern Shore watershed study
FAIRHOPE — Growth along the Eastern Shore is creating environmental challenges, such as sedimentation created from construction sites, a two-year study of the Mobile Bay watershed … more
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Traffic cones mark road hazards in the Eastern Shore Center in Spanish Fort before the start of repairs. Work to repair and repave roads at the site is scheduled to be completed in February.
Eastern Shore Boulevard completion set for February
SPANISH FORT — After several months of construction and efforts going back more than a year, work to complete repairs on Eastern Shore Boulevard should be completed next month.Spanish Fort … more
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Crews work to pave what will be the southbound lanes of Alabama 181 near Fairhope. The project had been scheduled to be completed by December, but officials said the highway may not be open until March.
Weather woes wrench widening of 181 between Daphne and Fairhope
DAPHNE — Weather could delay the widening of Alabama 181 between Daphne and Fairhope could be delayed another two months, state highway officials said.The project to expand the highway from two … more
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The area north of the intersection of Alabama 181 and U.S. 31 is developing as a residential and commercial region. Under the current county land-use plan, however, the area is listed as agricultural. County officials are working to update the 2013 plan.
Baldwin County to update its land-use plan
ROBERTSDALE — Baldwin County is working to update a land-use plan officials said is a decade out of date in the state's fastest growing region.A draft of the plan should be ready for … more
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Sen. Chris Elliott
Elliott to chair new senate committee
Sen. Chris Elliott, R-Daphne, will serve as chairman of the newly created County and Municipal Government committee in Alabama's Senate.Elliott, who represents District 32, which covers much of … more
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ALDOT to resurface portion of US-98
The Alabama Department of Transportation will soon begin a project to resurface a portion of the US-98 (SR-42) from west of Elberta city limits to the Perdido Bay Bridge.The scope of the project … more
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A truck drives down West Lagoon Ave on Monday, January 9, 2023.
Gulf Shores questions allowing golf carts on West Lagoon
GULF SHORES — Some residents along West Lagoon Avenue would like golf carts allowed on their street, but city officials said the proposal would create traffic problems, particularly in the … more
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The city of Daphne is moving ahead with plans to build a new Justice Center on U.S. 98 to replace the current facility that is almost 30 years old. Some police units now have to work out of other facilities due to a lack of space in the center, officials said.
Daphne moves ahead with plans for new Justice Center
DAPHNE — Plans are moving forward for a new Daphne Justice Center that will allow some officers now stationed in precincts return to a central location.The city council voted Tuesday, Jan. 3, … more
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Workers climb up a house under construction in a new residential development in Foley in December 2022.
Baldwin housing market slowed in December
ROBERTSDALE — The Baldwin County housing market operated at a slower pace in December 2022, according to statistics reported by Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service.Both new inventory … more
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Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune, right, and city officials recognize new Police Chief Brian Gulsby, left, and retiring Chief David Carpenter, center, at the city council meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 3.
Gulsby named new Daphne police chief
DAPHNE — Daphne has a new police chief for the first time in 19 years, but he is not be new to Daphne law enforcement.Brian Gulsby was sworn in as chief Tuesday, Jan. 3, replacing David … more
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