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Beachgoers walk down to the shore at Cotton Bayou in Orange Beach in 2023.
Where to beat the summer heat in Baldwin County
With the weather hot and getting hotter, the official first day of summer passed by on Thursday, June 20. Now is the perfect opportunity to get outside and discover what Baldwin County has to offer … more
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Religion column by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey: When plans change
Sometimes you find in correspondence the letters D. V. after a statement of intention. This is an abbreviation for the Latin phrase "Deo Volente" which means "God willing." In our planning James … more
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Work is already underway on phase one of the project with a target completion date of spring 2024. The initial phase includes two 37,500-square-foot dorm-style buildings. Each building will include 80 units with a total of 300 beds, making a total of 600 beds available campus-wide. Each building will include a large communal kitchen, laundry facility and gathering spaces. Each unit will house four people and have a private bathroom, storage, microwave and refrigerator.
Empowering workforce development: Foley’s new residential campus aids tourism industry
The need for affordable housing for seasonal and non-seasonal workers is something Baldwin County struggles with, but ground was broken today on one piece of a solution. The Poarch Band of Creek … more
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Little River resident Timothy Allen Arthur, 65, was arrested on one count of solicitation of a child.
Baldwin County man arrested for solicitation of a child
The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office arrested Little River resident Timothy Allen Arthur, 65, on one count of solicitation of a child. On Oct. 5, BCSO made the arrest after an investigation … more
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Foley is expanding its fleet of sanitation trucks in order to add a fifth collection route. The city is buying two new trucks at a combined cost of almost $728,000.
Foley reminding residents of recycling guidelines
FOLEY — Foley residents who take part in the city's curbside recycling program could be getting reminders of what materials are acceptable if they put out items that do not fit the guidelines. … more
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The papaya fruit has many nutrients, including vitamins A, C and E. Papaya contains antioxidants such as lycopene, which may reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and fiber, which research shows may help lower cholesterol.
Papaya's milky texture packed with nutrients
The fall harvests usher in loads of pumpkins into grocery stores. But a smooth-skinned tropical fruit also vies for a consumer's attention: papaya. The orange and green fruit is originally from … more
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Three of Corbitt's students; Madison Willis, Marley Pierce and Emma Franks, write letters to a teacher or staff member who they are thankful for.
Elberta Middle School teacher takes classroom old school with handwritten letter lesson
As technology and social media becomes more prevalent in our society, it may seem the days of handwritten notes and letters are long gone. However, Alyssa Corbitt, Elberta Middle School family and … more
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Wolf Creek on South Pecan Street in Foley is one of the areas where the city has been working on resilience projects. The creek washed out the road during heavy flooding in 2014, but the site was not affected by flooding during Hurricane Sally in 2020.
Foley prepares for environmental challenges with resilience projects
In anticipation of potential hurricanes, floods and other environmental challenges, the City of Foley is proactively implementing resilience projects. Leslie Gahagan, Foley's environmental director, … more
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Fundraising isn't the only thing Magnolia Springs Public Library (MSPL) has done over the years. Back in 2019, MSPL volunteer Alida Given helped bring the 2018 Southern Exposure Film collection to Baldwin County's libraries, promoting awareness of environmental issues in Alabama. Records also indicate that back in 2013, Magnolia Springs was the first library in the state of Alabama to begin the Seed Lending Library program. This photo originally published with Gulf Coast Media in August 2019.
Magnolia Springs residents: 'Please reconsider, we need the library'
F. Scott Fitzgerald, renowned for his profound depiction of the human condition in classics such as "The Great Gatsby," once said, "That is part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that … more
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In observance of National Doctors' Day on March 30, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center chose to commemorate the occasion by making a charitable contribution in honor of their medical staff to the Baldwin County Child Advocacy Center.
Celebrating National Doctors' Day: South Baldwin Regional Medical Center gives back to community
In observance of National Doctors' Day on March 30, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center chose to commemorate the occasion by making a charitable contribution in honor of their medical staff … more
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Daily Commute: 38.5% of Baldwin County's labor force leaves county
It’s no secret most employers can’t shut down operations due to inclement weather. Strong storms across the Gulf Coast left many daily commuters trapped along the Causeway and other … more
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Medical Association-backed bill requires AED placement in Alabama schools
A bill endorsed by the Medical Association of the State of Alabama aimed at enhancing schools' readiness for cardiac emergencies is advancing to Gov. Kay Ivey's desk for final approval. The … more
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MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA..Gulf Shores beach on Saturday during Memorial Day weekend 2022.
ALEA: 6 calls on island over Memorial Day weekend
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reports that its aviation unit participated in a Rescue Swimmer Detail over the Memorial Day weekend, alongside the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Fire … more
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Religion column by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey: Will you be leaving with the believing?
Will you be left behind or will you be leaving with the believing? 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 is the classic passage on the Rapture of the church. The term translated rapture comes from the Greek word … more
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(MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA) Alena Anderson, a researcher with the Mississippi State University Marine Fisheries Ecology, removes organs from a blacknose shark specimen during a dissection for a crowd at Gulf State Park Pier as a part of the state park’s Shark Week. The blacknose shark is one of the most common sharks found on the Alabama Gulf Coast and can reach sizes up to five feet.
Nature's wonder-book: Alabama State Parks educate and inspire
When about 100 first graders from Brooks Elementary School in Lauderdale County excitedly stepped off three yellow school buses for an educational program at Joe Wheeler State Park in early May, they … more
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Foley’s Tanger Outlets to host tax-free weekend event  with Taylor Swift ticket giveaway, kid activities
The first day of school for Baldwin County students is quickly approaching , and Tanger Outlets is ready to help make back-to-school shopping a little more fun. The … more
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Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld is set to take center stage at Mobile's Saenger Theatre, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m.
Iconic comedian Jerry Seinfeld to bring stand-up tour to Mobile’s Saenger Theatre
Get ready for an evening of laughs. Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld is set to take center stage at Mobile's Saenger Theatre, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. Seinfeld has touched every part of the … more
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Gather up your gal pals, mothers, daughters and aunts and get ready for Girls Night Out at the Eastern Shore Centre Tuesday, July 30, from 4-7 p.m.
Join the fun at Girls Night Out: Eastern Shore Centre's first event under new ownership, July 30
Gather up your gal pals, mothers, daughters and aunts and get ready for Girls Night Out at the Eastern Shore Centre Tuesday, July 30, from 4-7 p.m. Girls Night Out at Eastern Shore Centre is the … more
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Playa closes after 5 years, Chef Bill Briand to focus on Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina
The doors of Playa at Sportsman Marina have closed for the last time. Hungry customers hoping to sink their teeth into fish tacos and street corn were greeted with a notice on the door Monday, Oct. … more
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Foley's Hometown Halloween set for Oct. 26
FOLEY — Little ghosts, goblins and other strange creatures will once again haunt the streets of Foley on Thursday, Oct. 26, when Hometown Halloween takes place downtown. The celebration takes … more
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