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ELBERTA — A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 17, marked the official opening of the first home in Mary's Village, a new transitional housing initiative designed to lead homeless mothers …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Registered voters in Baldwin County, particularly those in Summerdale and communities to the south, are being encouraged to consider serving as poll workers ahead of upcoming elections.
A makeup …
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4/22/26
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Fairhope officials further discussed a series of proposed amendments to the city’s zoning ordinances with the public.
City council has been looking at proposed changes to their zoning …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Bake Blue Bakery is planting itself on the Eastern Shore with a new brick-and-mortar storefront in Spanish Fort.
Bake Blue was founded by Debra Pennington and her son, Reed, who has autism. The …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Years ago, a book titled "Sent by Jesus" written by D. B. Knox came to my front door unsolicited with no explanation. To this day I do not know the one who sent it. The word translated “sent” …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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4/22/26
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After three weeks of near perfect weather conditions, Alabama hunters have had significant success in the turkey woods this season with the usual stories of the birds that flew off the roost and came …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 4/22/26 |
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The Swift Coles Historic Home and Baldwin County Heritage Museum will host a Derby Day Party on May 2 from 2-4 p.m. on the grounds of the historic property at 17424 Swift Coles Ln. in Bon Secour.
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4/22/26
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DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and RecruitMilitary will host a National Virtual Veterans Career Fair April 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Central, offering free access to job opportunities and career …
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4/22/26
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Spring brings a full lineup of events across Baldwin County, with live music, theater, food festivals and community celebrations filling the calendar. From longtime traditions like the Interstate …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Families across Baldwin County will find plenty of ways to keep kids engaged with a lineup of events focused on creativity, outdoor fun and hands-on learning. From community park planning and outdoor …
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By WHISPER VAUGHN-EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Libraries are a vital part of our rural communities. That’s why I invite you to celebrate the library in your small town during National Library Week, April 19 to 25. These book-filled buildings …
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By Rhea Landholm
Media and Marketing Manager Center for Rural Affairs | 4/22/26 |
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A months-long, multi-state investigation into alleged child abuse culminated in the arrest of a 43-year-old woman over the weekend, according to a news release from the Foley Police Department.
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4/22/26
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The skies above Foley will fill with color and light as the 22nd Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival returns to OWA Parks & Resort from April 30 through May 2, bringing a mix of tradition …
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4/22/26
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NAMI Baldwin County will host its 5th annual Mental Health Fair and Walk on April 25 at Honeybee Park, offering a free, family-friendly event aimed at promoting mental health awareness, education and …
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4/22/26
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Columbia Southern University (CSU) announced the addition of an accelerated bachelor to master's degree and two postgraduate certificates now available through the school.
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4/21/26
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At the end of March, Bayside Academy inducted 33 students into the Ann Simpson Crosby chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS).
According to a press release on the inductees, the Ann …
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4/21/26
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Orange Beach Middle and High School Theatre will bring the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to the stage with its upcoming production of “Seussical Jr.”, set to run April 30 through May 3 at the …
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4/21/26
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Robertsdale Dental Care will hold its 19th annual “Dentists with a Heart” event Friday from 8 a.m. until noon at its new facility, continuing a long-running effort to provide free dental …
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4/21/26
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Engaged couples and wedding parties will have a chance to tour a coastal Alabama venue and meet local vendors during Sunday at Songbird, a wedding showcase set for 2-5 p.m. May 31 at Songbird Ranch, …
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4/21/26
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Melissa Boesel started Jensen's Heart of Gold in 2010 after her son lost his three-year battle against cancer at the age of 5 years old.
The foundation specifically helped local families with …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 4/21/26 |