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The University of South Alabama's Fairhope campus buzzed with energy Jan. 29 as more than 200 attendees packed the venue for Hatch-a-thon 2026's Demo Night, the culminating event of the Gulf Coast's …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/12/26
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Construction is set to begin on a hardened Safe Room designed to protect Foley’s first responders during hurricanes and other emergencies, marking a milestone after years of planning and …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/11/26
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After more than 15 years without a comprehensive update, the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program has released a new "State of Alabama's Estuaries and Coast" report, offering the most detailed look …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/11/26 |
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George Whitefield confesses, “Other men may preach the gospel better than I, but no man can preach a better gospel.” The gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ (1 …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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2/11/26
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Chip-enabled EBT cards are now rolling out statewide, marking a major security upgrade for Alabama families who rely on food assistance benefits.
Following a successful pilot program in December …
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2/11/26
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The City of Gulf Shores approved a resolution accepting a $10,000 grant that will be used to purchase a small greenhouse for the Gulf Coast Eco Center's environmental education programs.
Dan …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/11/26 |
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Downtown Foley will once again fill with smoke, sound and crowds when the 18th Annual Foley BBQ & Blues Cook Off returns to Heritage Park on Saturday, March 14.
Presented by RiverView Turf, …
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2/11/26
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Alabamians will be able to stock up on emergency supplies while saving money during the state’s Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, set for Feb. 20-22.
The annual tax-free weekend …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/10/26 |
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Foley’s newest downtown parking area at the intersection of U.S. 98 and Alabama 59 is set for additional upgrades after City Council approved plans to seek bids for resurfacing the site.
The …
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2/10/26
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An award-winning Fat Tuesday Drag Show will return to Seville Quarter on Tuesday, Feb. 17, serving as the final major celebration of Pensacola’s official Mardi Gras season.
According to a news …
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2/10/26
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Despite the cold weather lingering outside, warmer weather is just around the corner and Gulf Shores is already preparing for spring break crowds as the council unanimously approved an alcohol ban on …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/10/26 |
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STOCKTON — The Stockton Civic Club overflowed Monday night as hundreds of residents, many standing shoulder to shoulder, listened to and voiced concerns about a proposed solar development that …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/10/26 |
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Alabama Extension - Extension’s Cottage Food Law course now available online, coming soon in Spanish
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Have an amazing jam or cheese straw recipe and want to share it with the world? The Alabama Cottage Food Law certification may be for you. This law allows residents to sell …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 2/10/26 |
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Dear members of the Senate County and Municipal Government Committee:
Read Freely Alabama is greatly concerned about statements made by Sen. Chris Elliott to the press following the public …
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By Read Freely Alabama
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2/10/26
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ORANGE BEACH — The nine-month moratoriums in Orange Beach recently were extended to allow for additional time to complete the city's comprehensive plan for growth, which is about to enter the …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/10/26 |
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The City of Orange Beach unanimously appointed Trent Johnson, who has served as interim police chief for almost six months, as the city's new chief of police.
At city council's Feb. 3 meeting, …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/10/26 |
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A delegation of 21 Bayside Academy eighth grade students spent Jan. 23 writing, debating and defending bills at the 32nd Annual Alabama YMCA’s Junior Youth Legislature at the Alabama State House in …
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2/10/26
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The Solid Waste Disposal Authority (SWDA) of Baldwin County has announced that it has launched its curbside recycling program in Spanish Fort in collaboration with city officials.
For the price …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/26 |
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DAPHNE — After years of planning, the City of Daphne cut the ribbon to its new $6 million justice center annex on Thursday, Feb. 5.
The new justice center is located behind the Daphne Police …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/26 |
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From Mardi Gras magic to retro diners and creative art workshops, these upcoming events offer plenty of fun for kids and teens. Families can dive into hands-on crafts, storytimes, games and …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/26 |