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The Rowan Oak development's request for rezoning of the 134.41 acres and annexation into the city of Daphne will come up for its second reading April 1.
Daphne's Rowan Oak development seeks zoning changes, annexation
A large parcel of undeveloped property between County Road 13 and Friendship Road could soon see major development. The Rowan Oak development is a partnership with landowners Sharon, John, Thomas, … more
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Work continues to extend East Jessamine Avenue between North Chicago Street and North Cypress Street.
Foley to extend Jessamine Avenue
Efforts are underway to extend East Jessamine Avenue in Foley, aiming to improve vehicle and pedestrian access from the City Hall complex to Heritage Park and beyond. City crews are  … more
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Gulf Shores shooting update: Police identify teen arrested for fleeing scene
GULF SHORES (2:30 p.m., March 29) - Gulf Shores Police have released the identity of the man arrested shortly after the March 27 altercation that led to one person being shot in the leg. Jaytwon … more
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Members of the Magnolia Springs Town Council, and Mayor Ross Houser in the middle, meet on March 26, where they voted to table a decision on the Magnolia Springs Public Library. Currently, the library is temporarily closed. The decision on if the library is to remain closed is now scheduled to be decided at the April 23 town council meeting.
Magnolia Springs Public Library closure vote delayed
The fate of the Magnolia Spring Public Library still hangs in the balance as a vote on the resolution to dissolve its board and close the library has been tabled until April. Originally … more
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Philomene Holmes Boulevard will be improved to provide better access through the Graham Creek Nature Preserve in Foley. The road is about 1.4 miles long.
Foley approves project to enhance Philomene Holmes Boulevard, improve access to Graham Creek Nature Preserve
At its recent meeting, the Foley City Council approved a project aimed at enhancing Philomene Holmes Boulevard, with a focus on improving access to the Graham Creek Nature Preserve. The initiative … more
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Gulf Shores Police seek witnesses to suspect attempting to flee scene of Gulf Shores shooting
GULF SHORES (3:30 p.m.) - The Gulf Shores Police Department released more information regarding last night’s alterations that led to one person being shot in the leg. Before being taken … more
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Vehicles move through the intersection of Orange Avenue and Alabama 59 in Foley. The city is working to develop a Safety Action Plan to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow in Foley.
Foley to host public meeting on safety plan on April 1
Foley residents are invited to a Safety Action Plan meeting on Monday, April 1. The meeting is to discuss addressing road safety concerns within the community. The meeting is  scheduled to take … more
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Update: Gulf Shores Police investigating into shooter identity in Wednesday night incident
The City of Gulf Shores released more details about last night’s alterations that led to one person being shot in the leg. Gulf Shores Public Information Officer Grant Brown said his … more
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Gulf Shores shooting leaves one injured
Gulf Shores Police are investigating after an altercation led to one person being shot in the leg at Gulf Place in Gulf Shores last night. A suspect was taken into custody at the Gulf Shores … more
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Many Alabamians could lose internet discounts in April, including Baldwin County residents
Hundreds of thousands of Alabamians could lose their ability to afford internet if the Federal Communication Commission does not renew the Affordable Connectivity Program. The ACP is an FCC … more
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Longtime Foley mayor Koniar dies
John Koniar, a longtime community leader who served as Foley mayor and a city council member for 40 years, died Saturday, March 22, at his home in Foley. Koniar was elected to Foley City Council … more
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The city of Foley will start work to widen and repave the Foley Beach Express between Baldwin County 12 and the highway’s intersection with Alabama 59. The project is expected to take 250 days.
Foley set to begin Beach Express repaving, widening
Plans on the long-awaited project to widen and repave the Foley Beach Express are set to begin in Foley. Mobile Asphalt Company secured the lowest bid for the significant infrastructure … more
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New Alabama bill sentences life in prison for trafficking minors
Alabama is looking to become the first state to automatically sentence those who are guilty of human trafficking of a minor to life in prison. Sponsored by state Rep. Donna Givens (R-Loxley), … more
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Alabama passes school choice expansion; new law gives $7K credit to eligible families
Gov. Kay Ivey has long been a proponent for expanding school choice and creating education savings accounts (ESA), and she said her signing of the CHOOSE Act into law will provide families with … more
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In a bid to address the aftermath of the impacts of Hurricanes Sally and Zeta, which caused widespread power outages and damage across Baldwin County, the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act was passed by the U.S. Congress in 2021. This Act allocated $27 billion in emergency funds to address the aftermath of recent natural disasters and extreme weather events.
Baldwin County signs contract with vendor for hurricane recovery efforts
Grants spending on community improvement projects in response to hurricanes is one step closer after Baldwin County Commission executed a contract with MB3 Inc., doing business as Civix, for the … more
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A stormwater management plan would allow Foley to improve drainage and reduce flooding on the Bon Secour River. The city is applying for a state grant to develop the plan.
Foley developing stormwater management plan for Bon Secour River
The city of Foley is taking proactive measures to bolster its stormwater management program, unveiling a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing drainage and curbing storm-related damages along the Bon … more
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The city of Foley will receive additional state funding to improve the intersection at Alabama 59 and Baldwin County 12. The Alabama Department of Transportation increased the amount of grant funding to $2 million.
Foley secures additional funding to enhance Alabama 59, Baldwin County 12 intersection
The city of Foley is set to receive a substantial boost in funding aimed at enhancing the critical intersection of Alabama 59 and Baldwin County 12. Recently, the Foley City Council unanimously … more
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City officials gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 15 marking the official opening of the new Bay Minette Justice Center.
Bay Minette unveils new Justice Center to centralize police and municipal court operations
City officials gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 15 marking the official opening of the new Bay Minette Justice Center. Nestled at 403 D’Olive Street, this state-of-the-art … more
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Paving work on the parking lot of the Foley Event Center is one of the upcoming projects planned to improve parking at city events. The City Council approved design work for the improvements at the site.
Foley set to enhance parking facilities at Event Center, Sports Tourism Complex
Visitors to the Foley Event Center and the Sports Tourism Complex are set to experience enhanced parking facilities following the approval of plans by Foley City Council. The approved projects … more
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Baldwin County implements immediate weight restriction on Scenic 98 bridge
The Baldwin County Highway Department has announced immediate restrictions on the weight limit for the Scenic 98 bridge adjacent to the Grand Hotel Resort & Spa, limiting it to 20 tons. This … more
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