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The Baldwin County Commission voted Thursday, Feb. 19, to hire an outside engineering firm to assist with reviewing the planned Stockton solar farm project,
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
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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 | 2/20/26 |
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A hot breakfast can be just what the doctor ordered on weekends. Weekday mornings might be too hectic to whip up a hot breakfast, but that's often not the case come Saturday and Sunday. For those …
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Spring training games begin today in Florida and Arizona.
It’s a sign that spring is near. That winter is loosening its grip.
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By Wayne Smith
Gulf Shores Media Contributor | 2/20/26 |
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Gulf Shores High School's Make Waves Theatre will host Broadway veteran Chuck Wagner on March 14, at 7 p.m. at the Gulf Shores Cultural Center.
Wagner has starred in numerous Broadway and …
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Triathletes will take to the water, roads and trails Saturday, April 18, for the annual Flora-Bama Triathlon, with proceeds benefiting Mobile Baykeeper.
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Communities across Baldwin County are preparing to dig in for Arbor Day, with cities and towns lining up tree giveaways and educational events that promise to add fresh shade to neighborhoods and a …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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The Mobile Airport Authority (MAA) will temporarily close a portion of Perimeter Road at Mobile International Airport (BFM) on Tuesday, Feb. 24, to allow crews to install underground utilities …
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Facing ongoing strain on sewer infrastructure and city services, Robertsdale officials have enacted a six-month moratorium on several types of high-density residential development.
The pause in …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Leaders of Clean Water Alabama spoke Tuesday night at the Fairhope Public Library about the organization's efforts to protect Alabama's waterways through public education, youth outreach …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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South Alabama Land Trust has permanently protected 11 additional parcels of land on Dauphin Island through a conservation agreement with Dauphin Island Bird Sanctuaries, expanding long-standing …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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State Rep. Chip Brown, R-105, has filed legislation aimed at strengthening enforcement of Alabama's seafood labeling law and increasing penalties for restaurants that fail to comply.
Brown, …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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Robertsdale Elementary students raised $4,800 in their fifth annual Hug Day fundraiser benefiting the Baldwin County Child Advocacy Center Care House on Feb. 13.
This year's Hug Day had a Disney …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/26 |
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A long-standing recovery organization on the Gulf Coast is deepening its commitment to those who have worn the nation’s uniform.
Operation VETS, a specialized program of The Shoulder, delivers …
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The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries is accepting applications for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, a competitive funding opportunity designed to strengthen the market …
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SPANISH FORT — Construction on a new park right on Mobile Bay is officially underway.
On Friday, Feb. 13, the City of Spanish Fort broke ground on Valor Park, a 2-acre park between Felix's …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/19/26 |
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GULF SHORES — Following suit of four other municipalities in Baldwin County, the City of Gulf Shores is set to discuss implementing a moratorium on new development applications while the city works …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/19/26 |
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Construction on the new Foley Public Library is underway, and the project is receiving a boost from the community thanks to the support of local book lovers. The Friends of the Foley Library donated …
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Growing underground even in poor soils, the sweet potato is a humble vegetable. However, this simple starch shines in February, which is National Sweet Potato Month.
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 2/19/26 |
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed housing, national security and energy supply legislation this week, along with bills addressing veterans services, firearms regulations and undersea cable …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/19/26 |