James S. Stewart recounts in "The Gates of New Life": "There is a Jewish legend which tells how Satan was once asked what he missed most since he had fallen from his former high estate in heaven. 'I …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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8/21/24
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You may see more emergency vehicles in the Bay Minette area on Thursday, Aug. 22, than normal. It’s just a test.
Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (BCEMA), in collaboration with …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/21/24
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It's a classic story.
A young woman forced into a life of servitude by her cruel stepmother and self-centered stepsisters dreams of a better life.
Meanwhile, the king and queen get ready …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/21/24
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Bay Minette Elementary students received a warm welcome on a recent school morning from members of North Baldwin Infirmary's (NBI) Lead-Change-Grow committee.
As car riders arrived, NBI …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/21/24
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The Dream Center of Baldwin County has been awarded a $10,000 grant from The Community Foundation of South Alabama (CFSA), a critical boost that will enhance its efforts to serve underprivileged …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/21/24
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The Gulf Shores Garden Club will resume meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 4, following their summer break. Baldwin County Master Gardener Beth Murray will present on "Easy Composting Using A Trash Can."
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GCM Staff Report
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8/21/24
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Visitors to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge may soon have more convenient access to pristine beaches as the Mobile Street Parking Lot is expected to reopen by early September, according to the …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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The Community Foundation of South Alabama recently awarded $383,277 to 36 nonprofits across its eight-county footprint in South Alabama.
The Eastern Shore Art Center (ESAC) was a recipient of …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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The Mobile Airport Authority recently announced it has been awarded $7,510,599 in federal funding to support the ongoing development of the new terminal at Mobile International Airport (BFM).
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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The Gulf Shores International Airport will receive $5 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as a part of the Airport Terminal Program.
The airport was one of 144 airports …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |
GULF SHORES — It is no longer allowed to open a rental business for golf carts, state-tagged carts and low-speed vehicles.
An ordinance prohibiting the rentals in Gulf Shores was passed at …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |
An official book about Gulf Shores being commissioned by the city will serve as a collection of city history and culture soon to be sold in the city store."Gulf Shores, Big Beach Small Town," a …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |
The Fairhope Lions Club will host its 18th-annual golf tournament on Oct. 18 to help fund local community outreach programs and service activities for the coming year.
Money raised supports …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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In a move to protect local waterways, the Fort Morgan Civic Association (FMCA), in partnership with Mobile BayKeeper, has launched a comprehensive water quality testing program at two sites: Pines …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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The 31st-annual National Shrimp Festival Golf Challenge for Education is set to tee off on Friday, Aug. 30, at Craft Farms in Gulf Shores.
Running from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event will once …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |
Foley is taking a sustainable approach to lighting its newest intersection at North Pecan Street and West Fern Avenue.
With no electrical lines in place, the city will install solar-powered …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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Pedestrian access in Foley is set to receive an upgrade.
Foley City Council approval new sidewalk projects along Cedar and Hickory streets, marking the first phase of a broader initiative to …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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Any beach vacation can create special memories, but this was even more true for 13 families who are visiting Orange Beach this week.
On Aug. 18, 13 families traveled to Orange Beach as part of …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/20/24
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Foley's growth shows no signs of slowing down as the city embarks on a series of projects aiming to enhance community amenities, improve infrastructure and accommodate the needs of its expanding …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |
Last week, Riviera Utilities recently issued an alert urging customers to conserve water as South Baldwin County continues to grapple with soaring temperatures, a lack of rain and heavy irrigation …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/20/24 |