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Volunteers with Share the Beach, Alabama's sea turtle conservation program, watch as two loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings make their way to the surf on Sunday morning after a nest excavation. The nest originally hatched on Wednesday, but volunteers usually wait at least three days to excavate, which allows them to record the number of hatched and unhatched eggs.
Sea turtle nesting season begins on the Alabama Gulf Coast
As sea turtles begin to nest along the Gulf Coast, it is important for beachgoers to coexist with these endangered species. The Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF), which runs the Share the Beach … more
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Valeria Angeles stands with her diploma during the South Baldwin Literacy Council’s graduation ceremony at the Magnolia Hotel in Foley.
South Baldwin Literacy Council awards 115 diplomas in Foley
FOLEY — Some might think a diploma is a just piece of paper that represents completion of school. To students like Patrick Overcast at the South Baldwin Literacy Council (SBLC), the certificate … more
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Two QR codes are on each plaque. The code on the left takes you to a webpage about the Fairhope Single Tax Corporation. The QR code on the right links you to the history of the building, its uses and owners.
Fairhope Single Tax Corporation creates self-guided historic buildings tour map
History abounds in Fairhope. Now, longtime locals and visitors alike can discover the stories behind some of the area's oldest buildings. The Fairhope Single Tax Corporation Education Committee … more
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(From left) Susan Ellis, Scott Keel and Jonathan Langston
Galway Irish Pub opens in Gulf Shores
GULF SHORES — There's no need to book a flight to Ireland to get a traditional pub experience. A team of three industry professionals have pooled their skills to open The Galway Irish Public … more
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Coastal Alabama Community College names Lonnie Burnett vice president
Coastal Alabama Community College named Lonnie Burnett, who previously served as the University of Mobile president since 2019, as its new vice president on Tuesday, May 7. Dedicating over 40 … more
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Foley Beach Express tolls to end May 23, $60 million deal for Orange Beach toll bridge set to close
Governor Kay Ivey confirmed plans for the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and Baldwin County Bridge Company (BCBC) to meet and sign paperwork that officially transfers ownership of the … more
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The latest tree to receive a Foley Century Tree plaque is a live oak on the property of Krupinski Farm. The plaque was placed at the base of the tree on Charolais Road
City of Foley commemorates additional Century Trees
The city of Foley is honoring two more exceptional trees within its vicinity, recognizing their significance to the community. The Foley Revitalization and Beautification Advisory Board, in … more
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Predictions call for busy 2024 hurricane season
This hurricane season may turn out to be "extremely active," according to initial outlooks released in April. Colorado State University's (CSU) tropical meteorology project releases the first … more
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Fairhope premieres new downtown Arts Alley, $2 million investment now officially open
Overcast skies on the Eastern Shore couldn’t overshadow the City of Fairhope’s ribbon cutting for its new Arts Alley on Friday, May 10, now officially open at 8 North Church Street. … more
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Tommy Wasden, newly appointed Upper School Head at Snook Christian Academy, brings over three decades of educational experience to his role. Wasden, formerly of Mobile Christian School and Faulkner University, aims to foster academic and spiritual growth within the SCA community.
Snook Christian Academy welcomes Wasden as Upper School Head
The administration and Board of Trustees at Snook Christian Academy (SCA) have announced the appointment of Tommy Wasden as the Upper School Head for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year in a news … more
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Foley firefighters and officials help push the city’s newest pumper truck into the main fire station to mark the unit being placed in active service. The truck will help meet the demand for fire protection services, which have grown 70% in the last five years.
Dedication ceremony marks arrival of Foley's latest firefighting asset
Foley's latest addition to its firefighting fleet, a new pumper, has been put into service to address the increasing demand for emergency services in the city. The Foley Fire Department held a … more
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Architect Bill Wallace of Goodwyn Mills Cawood unveiled designs for the new Alabama State House, featuring six columns and a dome facing the park and State Capitol, at the Legislative Council meeting on May 1.
Alabama Legislative Council gathers for updates on State House renovation
Members of the Legislative Council, comprising 20 Alabama lawmakers, convened on Wednesday, May 1, to receive updates on the ongoing construction of a new Alabama State House overseen by the … more
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The Wharf Amphitheater concert tickets to be available for $25 May 8-14
Do not miss your chance at $25 concert tickets at The Wharf. Live Nation announced the return of Concert Week from May 8 through May 14. What is Concert Week? For one week, fans will have a … more
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Alcohol prices could increase with new bill; Legislation awaits Ivey's signature
You might be paying more at ABC stores starting in the next few weeks due to a new bill that currently sits on the desk of Gov. Kay Ivey waiting to be signed into law. Senate Bill 309, which is … more
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Endodontists advocate for natural teeth preservation during Save Your Tooth Month
May marks Save Your Tooth Month, an annual observance dedicated to highlighting tooth-saving procedures and the professionals responsible for preserving teeth, known as endodontists. The … more
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Emilo Urban of CoastAL Orange Beach competes in the 2024 Alabama Seafood Cook-Off at The Wharf.
The Wharf in Orange Beach hosts Alabama's best seafood chefs
ORANGE BEACH — Chef Kyle Ogden will return to his restaurant, Odette, in Florence $2,500 richer and with an Alabama crown. Four chef teams, including two locals from Orange Beach representing … more
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Coastal Alabama Kids Entrepreneurs put businesses to real-world test on May 11
Area students are set to open a series of new businesses on Saturday, May 11, through the inaugural Coastal Alabama Kids Entrepreneur Day initiative, which teaches elementary-aged youth the basics of … more
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Suicide investigation halts traffic on Interstate 10 in Baldwin County
A reported suicide on Interstate 10 in Baldwin County is expected to cause traffic delays as investigators probe the incident, according to information shared on Baldwin County Sheriff’s … more
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In a press statement issued on Thursday, May 2, Governor Kay Ivey announced that Meta Platforms, a technology company, plans to construct an $800 million data center in Alabama's capital city. The proposed facility will span 715,000 square feet and be optimized for artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
Governor Ivey unveils Meta's $800 million data center project in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey revealed in a news release on Thursday, May 2, that technology company Meta Platforms intends to establish an $800 million data center in Alabama's capital. The forthcoming … more
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Tropic Falls at OWA features 11 water slides.
Foley’s Tropic Falls at OWA named Top 10 Indoor Water Park in USA Today’s 10Best Awards
The Alabama Gulf Coast’s Tropic Falls at OWA has been voted one of the top 10 indoor water parks in the country.  Let that sink in.  One of the nation’s best … more
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