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The Mobile River Bridge Project portion includes a new 2.5-mile-long, six-lane cable-stayed bridge across the Mobile River that will be connected to the Bayway project.
ALDOT parts with Bayway construction team; Mobile River Bridge I-10 project still on track for 2025 groundbreaking, officials say
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is parting ways with the design and construction team working on the Bayway portion of the Mobile River Bridge project. While ALDOT said in a … more
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Alabama Attorney General calls for reviving America's energy grid with coal
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a 23-state coalition urging Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to back the Trump administration's efforts to revitalize the nation's coal industry, … more
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Future of former Big Lots location in Fairhope uncertain for now
Big Lots in Fairhope is out of business, but the future of the former property remains in question. In October 2024, Big Lots Stores Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and two months later, … more
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Fairhope mayor: Talk with state library chair defines ‘inappropriate’ material, invites visit after funding paused
Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan was at the Fairhope Public Library this morning, along with a few library staff members, to give an update  on the library after the Alabama Public Library … more
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Free South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program legal clinics offer monthly assistance at Prodisee Pantry in 2025
South Alabama Volunteer Lawyers Program (SAVLP) will offer free legal advice clinics in 2025 at Prodisee Pantry in Spanish Fort. The walk-in clinics will be held from 1-3 p.m. at 9315 Spanish … more
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Community rallies behind Fairhope Public Library after $40K state funding pause over 'inappropriate' books
The council chamber of the Fairhope Civic Center was filled to the brim with residents, many bearing stickers on their chest stating, "I Support the Fairhope Public Library." A man, who … more
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Alabama State Senator Chris Elliott, R-Daphne, speaks during the announcement of a March 2019 settlement in the split of Gulf Shores from Baldwin County Public Schools. Standing to the left is Gulf Shores Superintendent Matt Akin, and to the right is Baldwin County Superintendent Eddie Tyler.
Alabama Sen. Chris Elliott: Sales tax should fund all 3 Baldwin school districts
Editor's note: On March 24, Gulf Shores City Schools and Orange Beach City Schools sent out a joint press release on legislative efforts to allow the two school systems to receive a portion of the … more
Alabama Legislature bans Glock switches; device used to make semi-automatics machine guns now Class C felony
Alabama became the 25th state to enact a ban on Glock switches and other conversion devices that turn semi-automatic firearms into machine guns. Gov. Kay Ivey signed the act into law upon the … more
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Discussion held for potential new ordinance enforcing businesses allowed on Orange Beach shore
ORANGE BEACH — After the approval of "some business licenses" in the City of Orange Beach, its Coastal Resources Department is working with the city attorney to create an ordinance concerning … more
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Darlin' poses next to a Gulf Shores police car with the Darlin' plushie sold by the Gulf Shores Police Association.
Gulf Shores Police receive donation for K9 as detailed in deceased resident's will
The Gulf Shores Police Department (GSPD) is set to welcome a new K9 to its squad as requested in the will of a recently deceased resident. Statia Moody was a resident in Craft Farms who died in … more
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Residents surrounding Meyer Park are voicing their concerns on safety in the Gulf Pines neighborhood since the city rerouted traffic off Canal Road so construction on the new pedestrian bridge can begin.
Gulf Shores rerouted traffic for the pedestrian bridge. Residents are worried for safety of Meyer Park
GULF SHORES — Residents surrounding Meyer Park are voicing their concerns on safety in the Gulf Pines neighborhood since the city rerouted traffic off Canal Road so construction on the new … more
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After securing the designated entryway, one of the officers shot the doorknob off and launched several stun grenades into the vacant building.
Gulf Shores Justice Center now clear for construction after city's SWAT team rolls through
GULF SHORES — A crowd gathered behind a row of orange cones that designated a safe zone. Smoke grenades were thrown, and the Gulf Shores SWAT team rolled onto the scene and ran toward a … more
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The Orange Beach City Council has approved a nine-month moratorium that will suspend consideration of certain residential multi-family projects and certain subdivision applications.
Orange Beach approves nine-month moratorium on new developments after pause on proposed deannexation
ORANGE BEACH — Orange Beach City Council has approved a nine-month moratorium on certain residential multi-family projects and subdivision applications. The suspension covers any … more
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A private aircraft flies over the control tower at Gulf Shores International Airport (JKA) in spring 2024. JKA is set to launch its first commercial flights May 21 and announced on March 25 its first rental car service will be through Hertz, offering both their and Dollar cars.
Gulf Shores International Airport signs Hertz as first rental car service
Big things are taking flight in Gulf Shores. Gulf Shores International Airport is ramping up its services ahead of Allegiant Airlines’ highly anticipated debut on May 21, by securing a … more
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A wind sculpture will be going up in the circle in the recently completed section of the Foley Antique Rose Trail.
New wind sculpture to add artistic flair to Foley’s Antique Rose Trail
A towering metal wind sculpture will soon turn gracefully along Foley’s Antique Rose Trail, bringing a new artistic feature to the scenic path. Foley City Council recently approved the … more
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Workers pour concrete to construct the walkway across Heritage Park in Foley. The walkway will link the pedestrian bridge over Alabama 59 and North Chicago Street.
Foley improves Heritage Park with new fence, walkway extension
Heritage Park in Foley is getting a facelift with a series of upgrades, including a new ornamental metal fence near the intersection of Alabama 59 and U.S. 98. Foley City Council approved the … more
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Baldwin County DA's Office to host annual Victims Vigil and Resource Expo
The Baldwin County District Attorney's Office will host its annual Victims Vigil on Tuesday, April 8, at the Loxley Civic Center. The event, part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, will … more
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Baldwin County municipal meetings for the week of March 31
With Baldwin County mayors and city and town councils up for election later this year, now is the time to stay informed about local government. Want to get involved in your city's or town's … more
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COMMENTARY: Tax cuts, foreign campaign contributions, parental leave highlight Week 6 in AL Legislature
The Alabama Legislature has completed its sixth week of the 2025 Legislative Session. Both chambers met three times this week, meaning that 14 legislative days remain. Below is a quote from … more
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MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA The Materials Recovery Facility is a 60,000-square-foot facility that will process up to 40,000 tons of recyclables annually.
Recycling services expand regionally as $25M facility opens in Summerdale
SUMMERDALE -- The Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County opened its new $25 million, 62,000-square-foot advanced Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and commissioned its renewable natural gas … more
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