In 2020, Baldwin County became the fourth-largest county in Alabama by population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, it has been the fastest-growing county in Alabama since 2010.
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/29/24 |
City planners are set to engage with residents and officials in Foley during the month of February, marking a significant step in the formulation of a strategic plan aimed at steering the community's …
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1/26/24
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FAIRHOPE — Alabama Arise arranged a community gathering in Fairhope to address issues impacting people across the state and in Baldwin County while also expressing their expectations for this …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/23/24 |
Have you noticed those orange cones lining Highway 59 north of the bridge? Construction officially began last week for the city of Gulf Shores' project to add a third southbound lane heading onto the …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/23/24 |
Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan is set to present her annual State of the City address at the Fairhope Civic Center on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The event promises to be …
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1/22/24
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In a move aimed at safeguarding services during storms and optimizing rights-of-way, the Foley City Council has voted to implement a one-year moratorium on the installation of new overhead utility …
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1/22/24
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The city of Foley recognized the exemplary achievements of two firefighters, David Snyder and Lee Taylor, during the City Council meeting on Jan. 16. The commendation came after the first responders …
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1/19/24
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A historic collaboration between Foley and the U.S. Navy, spanning over 80 years, is set to expand with a recent agreement for the city to provide services at Barin Field.
The Foley City Council …
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1/19/24
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In an investigation spanning the past two weeks, the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office has been involved in a case that originated as a financial crime but ultimately led to charges related to elder …
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1/18/24
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Is there a vehicle you don't recognize hanging out on your street or even pulling into your driveway?
It might be there to make sure your address is correct and available for emergency …
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By Allison Marlow
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 1/18/24 |
Retraining a reliable and large enough workforce in Baldwin County is not a new story, but a local organization is taking new steps to recruit and keep top talent. The Baldwin County Economic …
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By KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/18/24 |
State Representative Jennifer Fidler (R-Silverhill) is set to engage with constituents through a series of town hall events this month, offering updates on forthcoming legislation ahead of the …
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1/17/24
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In response to the rapid expansion of Foley, one of the area's fastest-growing cities, Mayor Ralph Hellmich took the opportunity to update residents on infrastructure and upcoming projects during a …
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1/17/24
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Residents and visitors in Foley are invited to actively participate in shaping the future trajectory of Baldwin County's fastest-growing city through a series of public meetings scheduled for Feb. 7 …
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1/16/24
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Foley's plans for the recently annexed Mills community are set to include new sidewalks, following the approval of a resolution by the City Council.
The council voted to greenlight the …
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1/16/24
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Fairhope has finally given the Triangle property a name, and work is set to begin on phase one soon.
Fairhope City Council approved changing the name of the property to Flying Creek Nature …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/15/24 |
The City of Gulf Shores announced the lowest bidder of a contract for the construction of a detour needed in conjunction with the anticipated pedestrian bridge being built across the intracoastal. …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/12/24 |
Alabamians working extra hours can now enjoy a boost in their take-home pay thanks to a new bill that eliminated state income tax on overtime pay for hourly workers.
This bill went into effect …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/11/24 |
Mere weeks after the city of Gulf Shores wrapped up phase one of the island's $17 million beach renourishment project, severe storms greeted the Gulf Coast with heavy rain and winds of up to 73 miles …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/11/24 |
Foley city offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The Holmes Medical Museum and Foley Depot Railroad Museum will, however, remain open …
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1/10/24
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