ORANGE BEACH — In less than two years, Orange Beach City Schools has earned Cognia (formerly known as AdvancED) accreditation.
Cognia, a nonprofit designed to offer quality assurance for …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/15/24 |
A Foley man recently testified in Washington, D.C., to share perspective on what will help improve the reliability of rural/small water and electric systems. Mark Bohlin, who currently serves as the …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/15/24 |
Fairhope has lost another restaurant to fire. The Supper Club at Sweetwater Branch, a member only supper club, suffered catastrophic damage after an early morning fire July 15.
According to the …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/15/24 |
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 …
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7/15/24
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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 …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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7/15/24
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The Mobile Airport Authority (MAA) has acquired property that previously belonged to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Mobile Housing Board (MHB) at Michigan Ave and …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/14/24 |
The University of South Alabama (USA) has been chosen as a clinical site for a national research study on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
The study, titled Diverse Vascular …
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7/13/24
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After 35 years of serving Baldwin County, Dr. Lynn Yonge is retiring from Bay Medical Family Practice.
Dr. Mitchell Hudson has joined Bay Medical to take over the care of Yonge’s patients, …
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7/12/24
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Gulf Coast Media's newsroom and graphic design departments took home 20 awards from the Alabama Press Association's news and magazine contests this year.
APA, a nonprofit membership association …
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7/12/24
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On July 8, U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl's (R-AL) Alabama Underwater Forest National Marine Sanctuary and Protection Act was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives and now moves to the Senate. The bill …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporting Intern ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
Walking the beach at night and hunting for ghost crabs along the shore is fun but can be filled with excitement and bright flashlights. Two things that are sure to discourage nesting sea turtles on …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporting Intern ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
Hazel’s Nook has been filling the hungry mouth in Gulf Shores since 1957, so when it was announced that the restaurant would close, the chatter on social media erupted.
But there is no …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
The Baldwin County Major Crimes Unit is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday, July 11 in Loxley.
Around 6:13 p.m. on July 11, Loxley police officers were dispatched …
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7/12/24
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During July, also known as Ultraviolet Safety Month, folks in coastal Alabama know the drill: stay cool, hydrated and sun-smart. Whether you're hitting the beach or working in the yard, sun safety is …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
As summer heats up, the risk of sunburn and heat-related illnesses increases, posing significant health challenges.
Despite numerous health warnings, many still fall victim to the sun's intense …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
Football season is just around the corner, and it is time to get your tailgating game on point. See how your tailgating skills compare to the competition by participating in the 2nd-annual Coastal …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/11/24 |
During the heat of the summer, owners of warm season grasses such as St. Augustine, Bermuda, Zoysia and Centipede are entering the prime growing and mowing season.
However, no one wants to spend …
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7/11/24
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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and South Alabama is alerting consumers about a rise in fraudulent websites posing as classic car and heavy equipment dealers.
These scams are leading …
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7/11/24
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The Baldwin County Historical Society (BCHS) will meet for its third quarter meeting on Sunday, July 21.
The meeting will begin with registration and sign-in at 2 p.m., followed by the program …
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7/11/24
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Growing peppers in South Alabama offers the gardener a distinctive and fulfilling gardening experience. This unique, warm climate has an extended growing season perfect for peppers, from sweet bell …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 7/11/24 |