If you follow Gulf Coast Media on Instagram, you may have seen a poll about Christmas decorating. The annual debate of decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving or after is a hot topic. Where do …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/9/23 |
Historic Blakeley State Park will commemorate Veteran's Day with a day full of special educational activities. On Saturday, Nov. 11, the park invites the public to explore this area's rich military …
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11/8/23
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A full day of celebration is on the schedule at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park Nov. 10. This year's event kicks off at 7 a.m. with a flag-raising ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial. The …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/8/23 |
FOLEY — A large crowd turned out under clear skies for the Baldwin Pops orchestra's first fall performance in Foley's Heritage Park on Sunday, Oct. 22.
The theme of the concert will be …
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11/8/23
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GULF SHORES — The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo has officially grown, as the zoo welcomed the birth of Waylon, a New Guinea singing dog. In a statement released on Nov. 3, the zoo announced Waylon was …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/7/23 |
FOLEY — A building that has stood at the corner of what is now the intersection of Baldwin County's two main highways for more than a century is the latest Foley landmark to be reproduced for …
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11/7/23
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Fresh air, ocean views, adult beverages, music and food trucks. What more do you need for a perfect weekend day out? Gather up your friends and family, grab the beach chairs and picnic blanket, and …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/3/23 |
Maddi Heath, a 12th-grader at Spanish Fort High School, was crowned winner of the Miss Jubilee pageant in Mobile on Oct. 28. Heath, who was previously crowned Miss Spanish Fort High School on Oct. …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/2/23 |
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is hosting one of its annual fundraising events this Friday, and if you would like to attend, you need to act fast. Tickets are on sale until 9 a.m., Nov. 3. The Zoo Brew …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/2/23 |
If you want to get a head start on the holiday eating season, this weekend is for you. Across Baldwin County there are several great food events to enjoy. Kick off your weekend Thursday at the …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/2/23 |
GULF SHORES — Island music echoed through the walls of the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center as the Meeting of the Minds featured event "Music 101" took place on Oct. 25.
The event was led by …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/31/23 |
Parrot Heads flooded Live Bait restaurant in Orange Beach on Saturday night in their spookiest get-ups for the Meeting of the Minds Parrot Head costume contest. The top five finalists included …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/31/23 |
Here they grow again.
OWA Parks & Resort recently announced the addition of three new businesses to Downtown OWA, the admission-free area that offers visitors opportunities for shopping, …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/31/23 |
The Robertsdale Senior Center will be hosting their 19th-Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Baldwin County Coliseum on Fairground Road.
Doors open at 8 a.m., and there is no …
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10/31/23
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The Bay Minette Recreation Department has several activities on tap for the remainder of the year, including two one-pitch tournaments in support of local charities and a fun dodgeball tournament. …
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10/31/23
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Mary Riser is a self-described movie buff who enjoys sharing her passion with the community. Sharing her passion has evolved over the years. It began with a film series of 24 movies a year, 12 in the …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/31/23 |
On Saturday, Nov. 11, the Silverhill Veterans Memorial Organization will host a Veterans Day ceremony. They will be honoring World War II veteran Grace Edhegard Smith.
The Edhegard family moved …
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10/26/23
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The Baldwin County Child Advocacy Center (BCCAC) and its staff provide vital services to the children of Baldwin County. Those services require funding. That is why they have added a brand-new …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/26/23 |
November is just around the corner, and that means the holidays are quickly approaching. If you are trying to decide how to spend your final October weekend, we have put together a diverse list for …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/26/23 |
After a record-breaking total of more than 200,000 nominations, Gulf Coast Media readers and local residents now have a chance to crown the best in nearly 400 categories. Final round voting opened …
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10/26/23
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