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BAY MINETTE — Eugene Overstreet, owner of Street's Seafood Restaurant, a long-time staple in the North Baldwin community, said he was sitting in the dining room eating when the fire started.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/5/26 |
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Local author and nationally known speaker T. Jensen Lacey will present a talk titled “The Power of the Written Word” at the Fairhope Museum of History on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 1 p.m.
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8/5/26
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Benjamin Franklin said, “Well done is better than well said.” When someone says, “This is better than that,” they are making a comparison that reveals a value judgment. Saul valued his …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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8/5/26
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Fall on the Gulf Coast doesn't mean winding down. It means gearing up for some of the best planting weather of the year.
In zones 8b and 9, our long warm season, mild winters and abundant …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 8/5/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — The Ole Barnwell Cafe serves Southern staples at a familiar place on US 98.
Located at 8594 U.S. 98, the building dates back to the 1930s and was previously occupied by dining …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/4/26 |
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The Gulf Shores Planning Commission received two requests that could add 119 single-family homes in the city at its monthly meeting on July 28. Another request seeks a rezoning of property near the …
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By John Mullen
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 8/4/26 |
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One trip up Canal Road, one ride through Orange Beach neighborhoods and they are like buzzing flies.
A steady stream of e-bikes and scooters has kids and grownups alike spiriting about town, …
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By John Mullen
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 8/4/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Every week, Mia Guzlas steps into the studio ready to shape the next generation of dancers. But after decades of performing, choreographing and instructing, the teacher recently found …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a German soccer fan went viral for posting about his experiences visiting the United States during the tournament.
A user on the social media platform X, formerly …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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Residents and visitors will have an opportunity to learn more about the wildlife that inhabits Alabama’s Gulf Coast during a community event celebrating the region’s marine life on Aug. 27.
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8/3/26
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Let’s eat some shrimp. And dig some live music with the Gulf as a backdrop.
There’s much more to the National Shrimp Festival than just the shrimp and two stages of live music for four days. …
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By John Mullen
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 8/3/26 |
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DAPHNE — Daphne native and Alabama softball star Vic Moten returned to her hometown to host her inaugural Elite Softball and Leadership Camp at Daphne High School on Saturday, Aug 1.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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After being postponed from its original April date, the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation’s Walk This Way fundraiser has been rescheduled for Sept. 12 with a new format featuring an 80s-themed 5K …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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Young adventurers have plenty to look forward to this week, from hands-on building activities and homeschool resources to free math assessments that can help students start the school year with …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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August is heating up with plenty of ways to get out of the house and into the fun. Whether it's roasting marshmallows on the beach, cheering on rodeo riders, hunting for farm finds at a chicken swap …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/3/26 |
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Baldwin County 9-1-1 will host a Public Safety Career Fair on Aug. 27, giving community members an opportunity to explore careers in emergency services and public safety while connecting directly …
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8/2/26
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The GFWC Jubilee Woman’s Club will celebrate its commitment to community service with Do Good Date Night on Saturday, Aug. 22, at Bill-E’s, 19992 Highway 181 in Fairhope.
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8/1/26
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Classic rock hits from the 1970s through the 1990s will take center stage later this summer as the Expect Excellence Music Department presents “Dream On Vol. 4” at the Orange Beach Performing …
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7/31/26
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Author's note: This column is intended for educational purposes only. It aims to highlight gaps in health knowledge, provide support and empower organizations to guide their members in creating …
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By Dr. Cheryl Christy, DNP, RN
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 7/31/26 |
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Grilling enthusiasts know there's no limits when it comes to foods that can be improved when cooked over an open flame. The unique flavor profile of foods cooked on the grill is impossible to match, …
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7/31/26
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