Gladiolus, sometimes known as sword lilies, are a staple of Southern gardens, known for their striking, upright spikes and delicate blooms.
In zones 8 /9, such as those found in South Alabama, …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 5/1/24 |
Orange Beach City Schools has announced the eagerly awaited return of the Island Schools Special Olympics, scheduled for May 7, at the Orange Beach Sportsplex.
According to a news release, this …
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Today, May 1, marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when organizations like Mental Health America and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) rally to raise awareness …
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Gulf Shores residents, it’s that time of year again. Spend the weekend giving your bicycles a tune-up and join the National Bike Month fun. Andy Bauer, Gulf Shores zoning administrator and avid …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/1/24 |
Foley City Council has approved funding for four new sidewalk projects aimed at enhancing pedestrian connectivity throughout the city.
The initiatives, approved during the council's session on …
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Who's ready for some mudbugs? Join the North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce at Halliday Park in Bay Minette Saturday, May 4, for the annual Crawfish Cook-Off. This family-friendly event has all the …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/1/24 |
The What's Happening section has moved to the Wednesday edition to make sure our readers have plenty of time to make weekend plans. Speaking of weekend plans, this is a big weekend on the Gulf Coast. …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/1/24 |
Hangout Music Festival 2024 is just around the corner and work has begun to turn Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf Place into a music festival. Residents and visitors will see beach, road and …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
BOX Want to go? Galway Irish Public House is at 2301 E. 2nd St., Gulf Shores. Official hours are not yet posted, but follow the Galway Irish Public House Facebook page for updates. GULF SHORES …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
Just 10 years ago, the Gulf Coast Arts Alliance opened its doors and welcomed in artists from across the region and art lovers. Join in on the celebration May 4. In May 2014, the Waterway Village was …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
On Saturday, April 27, residents of Bay Minette embraced the opportunity to declutter and recycle as they participated in the annual Clean Out & Recycle Day.
Held in the parking lot of Bay …
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DAPHNE — For six years, the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce has given students the opportunity to get hands on experience in the real world through the Student Training and Exploration …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
FAIRHOPE — A historic home that dates to the 1920s could face relocation in the coming months.
Tolstoy Park, also known as the Henry Stuart House or the "Hermit House," was constructed in …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
According to the 2023 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report compiled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there were 6,392 veteran suicides in 2021, averaging 17.5 veteran suicides …
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Magnolia Springs Town Council recently made a unanimous vote that marks a significant decision regarding the future of the town's library services.
The resolution, aimed at restructuring the …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
Alabama's first Wawa opened in Fairhope last week to much fanfare. Some lifelong Southerners just don't get the hype, but that's OK. One day you, too, could be a Wawa VIP.
Wawa appreciates its …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
Angie Eckman, environmental manager for the City of Foley, has been awarded the 2024 Baldwin County Environmental Stewardship Award for her exemplary service as a government employee. Baldwin County …
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There is nothing quite as magical as seeing a giant fabric bag fill with air and lift into the sky. See the magic and experience all the fun the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival has to offer May …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
Gulf Shores residents and visitors have seen the sign and construction for far too long, but the wait is nearly over. Parlor Doughnuts will open its doors in just a few weeks.
Michael Bush isn't …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/24 |
Countdown to 2024 Hangout Music Festival check: only 19 days until we are living our best music festival life on the white powder sand in Gulf Shores. There are seven new additions and changes to the …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/29/24 |