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As summer approaches, Bay Minette city leaders are encouraging families to take advantage of a packed schedule of camps, sports, educational programs and community activities while also keeping …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/14/26
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A U.S. Supreme Court decision this week vacating a court-ordered congressional map has cleared the way for Alabama to use its 2023 legislatively enacted districts, triggering an accelerated election …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/14/26 |
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The time of year when influxes of people flock to Gulf Shores for the Hangout Music Festival usually occurs this month.
However, in case you have not been following the past five months, the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/13/26 |
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Jim Elliot said, “Eternity shall be at one and the same time a great eye-opener and a great mouth-shutter.” Thomas Watson said, “Eternity to the godly is a day that has no sunset; eternity to …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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5/13/26
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ELBERTA — The Elberta Public Library will soon fully reveal a display within its walls of rare historical photos and drawings detailing the area’s past.
The display details the colonization, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/13/26 |
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DAPHNE — As of May 1, Summer Moon Coffee in Daphne is now Gather + Grind.
For the past three years, Marcus and Kelly Allgood have operated the Daphne location of the national coffee shop …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/13/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Atticus, a new elevated restaurant experience, has opened in downtown Fairhope in a familiar place. It is located at 61 N. Section St., where Plane & Coastal used to be before …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/13/26 |
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Historic Blakeley State Park will showcase its mix of history, nature and entertainment Saturday, May 16, with a lineup of special cruises, a living history program and an evening concert featuring …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/13/26
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Generations of Gulf Coast families have spent summers racing down water slides, steering go-karts and cooling off under the Alabama sun at Waterville USA.
Now, as the longtime Gulf Shores …
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5/13/26
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Residents, historians and local leaders gathered Monday evening at historic Fort Mims to discuss concerns surrounding a proposed 2,900-acre industrial solar development planned for the Tensaw …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/12/26 |
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The South Alabama Land Trust has permanently protected 238 acres of environmentally significant land in northern Baldwin County, preserving rare pitcher plant bog habitat and wetlands near the …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/12/26 |
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Residents attended Riviera Utilities' first Welcome Back Monarch Day on May 9 at the Foley Civic Center in Foley. Due to weather, the event was moved indoors, where attendees heard a presentation …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/12/26 |
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Alabama voters heading to the polls in upcoming elections will need to present a valid physical photo ID before casting a ballot in person.
A news release from the Alabama Secretary of State’s …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/12/26
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Finding ways to give back in Baldwin County may soon become easier thanks to a new initiative aimed at connecting residents with local nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers.
Lee …
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5/12/26
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The Shrine of the Holy Cross will host a special Stella Maris celebration May 23 to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of current and former Merchant Mariners and seafarers as part of …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/12/26
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Gulf of America Division has announced up to $50 million in grant funding aimed at advancing farmer-led conservation efforts across working lands in the …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/12/26
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — A beautiful, juicy strawberry comes from more than just luck — it’s the product of thoughtful breeding and attentive management. That’s why researchers at Auburn …
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By Kacey Watson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 5/12/26 |
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From hands-on family activities and outdoor adventures to garden tours, food festivals and local history celebrations, Baldwin County and surrounding areas will offer a wide variety of events for …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/12/26 |
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Two proposed statewide constitutional amendments will appear on both party primary ballots across Baldwin County and Alabama on May 19.
In Alabama, the primary election is part of the nominating …
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GCM Staff
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5/12/26
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Some may know SugarLove for their food trucks at various events, but they also have a brick and mortar restaurant in the heart of Robertsdale.
SugarLove is a venture started 14 years ago by …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/11/26 |