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Daphne development proposal worries neighboring residents
DAPHNE – A plan to develop more than 440 acres worries some nearby residents, but developers said plans have been cut back to accommodate concerns. more
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The city of Foley is working on a development plan for the city's downtown area. The City Council approved $20,000 for the project.
Foley moving ahead with downtown strategy plan
FOLEY – Foley’s Main Street program to develop a strategic plan for the future of the city’s downtown area received a vote of support by the City Council. more
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Foley added 82 acres to the Graham Creek Nature Preserve using funds from the federal Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act. The park now has more about 560 acres of property and the city plans to add more land using additional GOMESA funds.
Graham Creek preserve expanding again
FOLEY – With the addition of more than 80 acres to Foley’s Graham Creek Nature Preserve and plans to add more property, the facility has become one of the largest municipal nature preserves in Alabama, city officials said. more
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The city of Foley plans to widen the Beach Express through the city. The project calls for shoulders to be added to the highway at a cost of about $1.39 million
Foley to widen Beach Express
FOLEY – A project to widen the shoulders of the Beach Express through Foley should improve safety and make the highway more consistent with the roadway in other areas of Baldwin County, Mayor Ralph Hellmich said. more
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Fairhope residents talk to city employees and officials during the annual “State of the City,” event held Thursday, Feb. 10 at the Fairhope Civic Center.
Fairhope looks forward to progress in 2022
FAIRHOPE – The upcoming year should bring a number of improvements in Fairhope, including road and park projects and utility upgrades, Mayor Sherry Sullivan said Thursday, Feb. 10. more
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The North Baldwin Health & Wellness LLC received the Business of the Month Award.
Bay Minette recognizes beautiful spaces
The Bay Minette Beautification Committee recently recognized a local residence and a downtown business with beautification awards.The North Baldwin Health & Wellness LLC received the Business of … more
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An old iron cannon found in Spanish Fort will be put on display at City Hall after being restored and preserved for four years by the Florida Bureau of Archaeological Resources.
Old cannon returning to Spanish Fort
SPANISH FORT – With several years of preservation and restoration complete, Spanish Fort officials plan to soon put an old cannon found in the city on permanent display outside City Hall. more
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Sen. Elliott will tackle GOMESA money, tolls and flag displays
When the Alabama Legislature returns to its regular session after pausing to address the spending of federal funds set aside for COVID-19 relief, Sen. Chris Elliott is poised to fight for less tolls, … more
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County agrees to state opioid settlement
FAIRHOPE – A settlement with one of the parties involved in a state lawsuit over opioid abuse will provide about $220,000 for Baldwin County and additional money for local municipalities. more
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Floats will be staged along West Beach Boulevard near the Gulf Place Public Beach area and the starting point of the parade will be the intersection of Highway 59 and East Beach Boulevard. The parade will move east down Beach Boulevard and end at the Gulf State Park Pier Road.
Gulf Shores approves new Mardi Gras parade route
The Gulf Shores Mardi Gras parade has a new route through town and city officials hope it will have less impact on residents.Gulf Shores Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director Grant Brown presented … more
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The possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be banned from Gulf Shores' beaches from Feb. 28 through April 18, 2022. Violators are subject to fines of up to $500 and six months in jail.
Spring break alcohol ban in Gulf Shores takes effect Feb. 28
Gulf Shores' beaches will be alcohol free during the spring break season from Feb. 28 through April 18, 2022.The spring break alcohol ban is not new. On March 18, 2016, the Gulf Shores City Council … more
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Orange Beach Police inspected over 150 golf carts on the first day of inspections.
Orange Beach sees big turnout for first day of golf cart inspections
The Orange Beach Police Department held the first of many golf cart inspection days Jan. 8 at the Bear Point Civic Association Center parking lot. The turnout saw more than 150 carts inspected and … more
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City crews and contractors have made progress on an ongoing ditch improvement project on the west and east side of town around the Intracoastal Waterway.
Gulf Shores makes progress on ongoing projects
City crews and contractors have made progress on an ongoing ditch improvement project on the west and east side of town around the Intracoastal Waterway. Gulf Shores City Engineer Mark Acreman gave … more
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Heliwave Helicopter Tours LLC was seeking a minor modification to The Wharf planned unit development (PUD) master plan to allow for the company to operate from the existing helipad. The Wharf’s helipad (above) is located on the southeast corner near the Orange Beach Event Center. The site is used twice a year by the nonprofit veteran’s group Friends of Army Aviation who offer flights on a Vietnam era Huey helicopter.
Heliwave Helicopter Tours denied operation in Orange Beach
Heliwave Helicopter Tours LLC will need to find a new location for the operation of a helicopter tour business. The Orange Beach City Council voted unanimously Jan. 4 to reject the approval of a … more
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Foley council discusses amendments to zoning ordinance
FOLEY - At the Jan. 3 meeting, the Foley City Council approved amendments to the zoning ordinance, with more proposed amendments scheduled to appear in the near future. Recently, the council was … more
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City of Foley applying for SAFER Grant Program for 9 new firefighters
FOLEY - During the Jan. 3 meeting, the Foley City Council approved staff to apply for DHS/FEMA's FY2021 SAFER (staffing for adequate fire and emergency response) grant program. If awarded, the grant … more
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Gulf Shores International Airport will receive a $59,000 grant through the Airport Rescue Grant Program for the fiscal year 2022. The funds are intended to reimburse the airport for operating costs incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gulf Shores International Airport awarded Airport Rescue Grant
Gulf Shores International Airport will receive a $59,000 grant through the Airport Rescue Grant Program for fiscal year 2022. The funds are intended to reimburse the airport for operating costs … more
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Foley city offices will be closed Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Day
FOLEY - Many City of Foley offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan. 17. Closures include city hall, the Foley Public Library, the Foley Welcome Center, … more
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Over the years, the City of Foley has performed many improvement projects on existing parks as well as constructing all new spaces, such as two butterfly gardens along the Rose Trail. Moving forward, the city plans to modernize all city owned parks and is asking for community input on the process.
Foley releases 2022 Community Parks & Open Spaces survey
FOLEY - David Thompson, executive director of leisure services with the City of Foley, has created and released the 2022 Community Parks and Open Spaces survey. The aim of the survey is to gain … more
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Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft presents the Healthcare Workers Appreciation Week proclamation to Portia Hollis.
Gulf Shores Middle student pushes for Healthcare Workers Appreciation Week
Gulf Shores Middle School student Portia Hollis wants to see local healthcare workers celebrated for more than one day. During the Dec. 6 Gulf Shores City Council meeting, Mayor Robert Craft declared … more
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