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In her first NCAA tournament start, Daphne native and grad Vic Moten’s pitching propelled the University of Alabama to its NCAA-record 20th Super Regional berth with a 9-0 win over USC Upstate May …
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By KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/21/26 |
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Dream Center Baldwin County has received $100,000 in funding from the State of Alabama to support construction of a new 7,000-square-foot facility aimed at expanding services for children and …
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5/20/26
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When many Baldwin County residents think about pools, they picture water and relaxation.
For Greg Starr, pools mean something entirely different.
The Seminole resident recently captured the …
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5/20/26
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Spanish Fort Elementary School teacher Elizabeth Von Hofe was honored as Alabama Teacher of the Year in a special ceremony held Tuesday, May 19.
Von Hofe, the daughter of two Limestone County …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/20/26 |
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The Foley Event Train is set to begin its 2026 summer season Tuesday, May 26, launching a schedule built around a celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Passengers will board and disembark …
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5/20/26
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St. Andrew by the Sea Community Church will host its “Race for Grace” one-mile fun run and walk on Saturday, June 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church grounds, 17263 Fort Morgan Road in Gulf …
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5/20/26
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Southern Alabama boasts an ideal climate for gardening with its long, warm summers and mild winters, providing optimal conditions for growing a variety of crops.
Among these, squash stands out …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 5/20/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Gulf State Park unveiled its newly expanded RV resort Monday, adding 103 campsites and making it the largest state park-operated RV campground in the country, according to state …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/20/26 |
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The proposed Pirates Voyage Dinner Theater development in Orange Beach has been deferred by the applicant and will no longer go before the Planning Commission or City Council this month, according to …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/20/26 |
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Anglers who fish in Alabama waters will gain more access to the state’s iconic reef fish, the American red snapper, starting the Friday before Memorial Day. Instead of incorporating weekend …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 5/20/26 |
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Anthony Lowery will continue on as Baldwin County’s sheriff after a sometimes heated election cycle all but concluded Tuesday night with his first public election to the position.
According to …
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BY KAYLA GREEN and COLIN JAMES
kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/20/26 |
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The Orange Beach Performing Arts Center will host its inaugural Coastal Spotlight Summer Theatre Camp from July 6-17, offering students ages 8-13 an opportunity to explore acting and backstage …
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5/19/26
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Results are starting to come in across the state for Alabama’s Republican and Democratic primary elections.
When Baldwin County precincts are tallied and reported, find results here for the …
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5/19/26
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Historic Blakeley State Park will host a special two-part program Saturday, May 23, highlighting the life and travels of famed American naturalist William Bartram as part of local efforts marking the …
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5/19/26
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Gulf Shores artist Tara McMeans is once again putting her creative stamp on one of Alabama’s most recognizable coastal traditions after being named the winner of the 53rd Annual National Shrimp …
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5/19/26
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The Gulf Coast is rolling into the unofficial start of summer with a packed weekend of live music, waterfront gatherings, downtown block parties and family-friendly festivals stretching from Foley to …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/19/26 |
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As construction continues on the new Foley Public Library, city officials are securing outside funding to expand programs and technology at the facility before it opens later this year.
Foley …
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5/19/26
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As construction moves forward on Foley's new first responder safe room, city and county officials are preparing the site to support emergency operations during hurricanes and other disasters.
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5/19/26
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ORANGE BEACH — The Alabama Gulf Coast's local castaway is headed to the "Survivor 50" finale. Jonathan Young, who placed fourth in his original season of "Survivor 42," has outlasted 19 of the 24 …
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BY VINCE JOHNSON
Publisher vince@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/19/26 |
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A new spot to pick up your morning coffee is coming to the Eastern Shore area later this year.
7 Brew, a national drive-through chain, will open a new location in Fairhope at the Planter Pointe …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/18/26 |