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Baldwin County Board of Education set to hold public input meetings for redistricting in three zones
The Baldwin County Board of Education is set to hold three public input meetings concerning redistricting plans for several schools in the Elberta, Central Baldwin and Daphne feeder patterns.
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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U.S. News and World Report has released its list of best elementary and middle schools for 2026 with the highest-ranking school in Baldwin County being Fairhope Middle School, ranked as third best …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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Governor Kay Ivey recently declared the third week of October “Alabama Woods to Goods Week” to coincide with National Forest Products Week.
Oct. 19-25, was a week-long celebration to …
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10/29/25
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This is W.B. Sims, the Daphne-based musician who writes songs about life, faith and Baldwin County’s cougar problem.
Having picked up a guitar for the first time just five years ago, the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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A prescribed burn is planned at Gulf State Park as part of a forest management plan associated with longleaf pine restoration, fuel reduction and invasive species control.
The planned burn will …
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10/29/25
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The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) Wild Game Cook-Off Series returned to the place of its origin last week with its annual trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast.
The first AWF Wild Game Cook-Off …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 10/29/25 |
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Daphne resident and Army veteran Clyde Jones announces campaign for state's First Congressional seat
Clyde Jones, a Daphne resident, community leader and decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, announced his campaign for Alabama’s First District seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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Jonathan Edwards explains, “A true and faithful Christian does not make holy living an accidental thing. It is his great concern. As the business of the soldier is to fight, so the business of …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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10/29/25
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Artists and art lovers are gearing up for the 12th annual Ballyhoo Festival of Art and Culture, set for March 7-8, 2026, at Gulf State Park.
The juried fine art show will feature 100 artists and …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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Baldwin County paramedic Matthew “Matt” Magiera will be honored as a 2025 Star of Life recipient after his off-duty actions following a March 15 tornado in Covington County, Mississippi.
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10/29/25
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A local nonprofit honoring the legacy of Adrian “Goose” Johnson is helping bring a new playground to North Baldwin County.
The Fly High Goose Foundation has donated $30,000 to the …
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10/29/25
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Hundreds gathered at Stapleton School for the annual Stapleton Bluegrass Festival this weekend. This year's lineup of bands included Junior Sisk, Amanda Cook, Three on a String, Carolina Bluegrass …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/25 |
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A program held by the Orange Beach Public Library last month brought in 350 people to the library including locals and out-of-county families.
Outreach and Programming Librarian for Orange …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/28/25 |
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City leaders in Fairhope have been discussing the possibility of removing fluoride from the city’s drinking water.
During a city council meeting on Oct. 13, Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/28/25 |
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Gulf Shores approved software for residents to submit city-related concerns that will alert the proper city employee or department for the request, ensuring each issue is addressed and …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/28/25 |
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The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is preparing to launch its 2025 season of Boating Basics and License Courses, offering free in-person instruction at locations …
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10/28/25
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Business, government and community leaders will gather in downtown Mobile on Monday, Nov. 3, for the Disaster Resilience Forum, an event designed to strengthen local preparedness and protect the Gulf …
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10/28/25
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The Alabama Department of Human Resources announced in a news release that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be suspended in November following guidance from the U.S. …
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10/28/25
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Two longtime Foley City Council members were recognized for more than three decades of combined service during their final official meeting.
Mayor Ralph Hellmich and fellow council members …
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10/28/25
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Mr. Jack Thomas was in his eighth decade when he told me the story of his older brother who raised the first flag on Mount Suribachi in Iwo Jima. The story was brought on by the dedication a new park …
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By Harriet Brill Outlaw
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 10/28/25 |