The time has arrived to hang the stockings with care. Christmas has arrived whether you are ready or not! If you are looking for some fun ways to spend time with family and friends this weekend we …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/21/23 |
The holiday season is typically a time of love, joy and family traditions. But for families with loved ones living with Alzheimer's or dementia, ensuring safe and meaningful celebrations can be …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/20/23 |
Deck the halls with boughs of holly — and pinecones, cotton bolls and magnolia seed pods. Backyard greenery can be combined to create beautiful holiday decorations. Trees, shrubs, plants and …
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Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/20/23 |
On the morning of Dec. 16, the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office responded to Congregation Mayim Chayim in Daphne in reference to a bomb threat that was ultimately determined to be a hoax.
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12/20/23
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NOAA Fisheries and the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission are currently seeking volunteers to participate in the modernization of commercial shrimping effort data collection. Participants will …
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12/20/23
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The results are in for the Downtown Foley 2023 Window Decorating Contest.
In a closely contested people's choice vote, Soul Bowlz narrowly edged out Gypsy Queens Java.
Warren Averett …
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12/20/23
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The U.S. Department of Energy reports that low-income households face an energy burden – the portion of income spent on home energy costs – three times higher than other households, …
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12/20/23
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A proposal in Gulf Shotes would approve a new multisport facility at the Alabama Gulf Coast Sports Center while another would pave the way for land swaps and a maintenance cleanup of a portion of …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/20/23 |
As you begin to make plans for the holidays, please take note of the following city of Gulf Shores closures:
Christmas Holiday Closures:
Police, Fire, and other emergency services will …
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12/20/23
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Foley City Hall and other municipal offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 25 and 26 for the Christmas holiday.
Recyclable materials pickup scheduled for Monday, Dec. 25, will be …
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12/20/23
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How do you celebrate Christmas? No doubt, there would be many different answers, but the best way is to celebrate Christ! John 1:14 reads, 'And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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12/20/23
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Daphne City Council approved the acceptance of a 258-acre donation from 68 Ventures on Monday, Dec. 4.
The 258.42 acres of undeveloped residential land are situated on the south side of U.S. 90 …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/20/23 |
Orange Beach — Developers are submitting two plans on parcels once ceded to the city — and still listed as owned by the city — as conditions required to win approval of the …
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By John Mullen
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 12/19/23 |
At Christmastime, many people may find mistletoe to be a natural ornament that signifies the holiday season. However, forestry experts with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System may not …
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By Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/19/23 |
The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber has announced the return of the area’s Annual E-Cycling & Shred Day. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the …
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12/19/23
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FOLEY — Formerly a facility that managed processing, warehousing and storefront activities related to feed and seed, the Hamburg Building, operational since the 1900s, is succumbing to gradual …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/19/23 |
The Alabama State Parks Division is currently undergoing various exciting facility renovations. However, State Parks Director Greg Lein wants everyone to know that Alabama’s 21 State Parks are …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 12/19/23 |
Daphne City Council recently awarded the bid for a road project connecting County Road 64 to U.S. 98.
A new road, Lavender Lane, will provide residents and visitors access to businesses such as …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/19/23 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Calling all beekeepers! Registration for the 29th-annual Alabama Beekeeping Symposium is now open.
The symposium is set for Feb. 3, 2024. The Alabama Cooperative …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/19/23 |
USA Health Pediatrics is expanding its medical practices in Mobile and Baldwin counties with the addition of Michael Strickland, M.D., a board-certified pediatrician with more than two decades of …
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12/19/23
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