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More than 100 authors from across the country will gather at Bayview Park on March 28 for the annual Books By the Bay festival, offering readers a free day of literary events, stage performances and …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
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Elberta elementary, middle and high school Teachers of the Year were honored by the Optimist Club of Perdido Bay (OCPB) at a recent meeting. “Through dedication and commitment to their students, …
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2/9/26
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Whether you are planning a night out, looking to learn something new or hoping to give back, the calendar is packed with options across Baldwin County. Alongside the many Valentine’s and Mardi Gras …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/26 |
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These are the recent bills that were adopted by both Alabama legislative chambers to become law. Baldwin County has three state senators and seven state representatives.
The Alabama Legislature …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS AND KAYLA GREEN
whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/26 |
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In collaboration with Coastal Alabama Community College, Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (AL FAME) — Built by Baldwin’s technical training program is hosting an open house …
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2/9/26
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If you have dealt with an elder care need in your family, you may already feel that we are facing a crisis. As the following numbers demonstrate, it is about to get much worse.
68 million
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By Harry S. Margolis
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2/8/26
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Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced last week that the state has joined a coalition of 26 states and territories urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold President Trump’s executive …
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2/8/26
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U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has joined U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota as a cosponsor of legislation that would extend constitutional protections to unborn children by recognizing a right to …
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2/8/26
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The Alabama Coastal Foundation has opened registration and sponsorships for the 17th Annual Good Life Ride, set for May 9, the Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend.
Participants can take part in a …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/8/26 |
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Applications for Gulf Shores' 2026 spring cycle of its Nonprofit Grants Program are still being accepted with the deadline approaching in about a week.
Feb. 15 is the cutoff date for …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/7/26 |
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Pamela Denham & Associates has once again earned statewide recognition, securing a spot in the Public Relations Firms category of Business Alabama’s “Top Rank Alabama 2026 Companies.”
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2/7/26
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Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded five grants totaling $486,723 to organizations serving victims of child abuse and related crimes across south Alabama, with CARE House Inc. in Baldwin County receiving …
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2/7/26
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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 | 2/6/26 |
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Federal fisheries managers will reduce commercial greater amberjack catch limits in the Gulf of Mexico for 2026 after landings exceeded last year’s cap, triggering an automatic accountability …
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2/6/26
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Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is throwing his support behind the Make Elections Great Again Act, a federal election reform package sponsored by Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis. Allen says the bill …
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2/6/26
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Comfort food is often associated with dinner fixtures like meatloaf and baked ziti. But comfort also can be served up at the breakfast table.
Breakfast sandwiches are wildly popular and can act …
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2/6/26
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Author’s note: Part 2 of 2.
“Being apart is so very hard It hurts my soul, it hurts my heart You know I miss you, yes I do …” — “Together,” Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, (2020)
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By Wayne Smith
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 2/6/26 |
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On Jan. 30, second graders from Baldwin County Public Schools filled the OWA Theatre.
After finishing 10 weeks in the Hands on Liberty program, they gathered to celebrate their accomplishments …
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2/6/26
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The 6th annual Be My Valentine fundraiser for Mary’s Shelter Gulf Coast will take place Sunday, Feb. 15 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Post 99 American Legion, 2101 South McKenzie St.
The event …
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2/5/26
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Entrepreneurs considering launching a business in Baldwin County will have an opportunity to learn the essentials during an in-person workshop set for Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the …
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2/5/26
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