News
Sort by: Featured Most recent
1854 results total, viewing 21 - 40
Baldwin County Youth Orchestra's concert to honor veterans Saturday
The Baldwin County Youth Orchestra will present A Tribute to America on May 14 at the First Baptist Church in Fairhope at 7 p.m.The concert highlights music from or about America. A special song will … more
|
An examination table in the Baldwin County Coroner's Office. The number of cases investigated by the office increased from 460 in 2019 to 660 in 2021.
Coroner asking for more full-time death investigators as county grows
ROBERTSDALE – The county's population growth is putting an increased demand on death investigations. The Baldwin County Coroner's Office is now handling more cases in a month than many counties … more
|
An artist's rendering shows one version of the proposed Interstate 10 bridge over the Mobile River. The Alabama Department of Transportation is seeking a federal grant of up to $500 million to pay some of the costs of the bridge and a new route across Mobile Bay.
Eastern Shore MPO endorses ALDOT effort for Mobile River bridge funding
DAPHNE – Baldwin County officials endorsed a funding proposal that could bring in up to $500 million for the proposed Interstate 10 Mobile River bridge and Bayway replacement.The Eastern Shore … more
|
Fairhope Middle School won the middle school varsity second-place trophy. Team members were from left: Jaiden Hermecz, Ethan Sugg, Austin Etheridge, Quinn Roberts, and Ferris Hapworth.
Minds are put to test in annual Baldwin County Scholars Bowl competition
After dozens of rounds testing their knowledge across a smattering of academic topics, four teams claimed the top spots in the county Scholars Bowl Tournament last month. Central Baldwin Middle … more
|
The 2022 Hangout Music Fest is just two weeks away from taking over Gulf Shores, which means it is time to plan your weekend.
Walk to these 5 Gulf Shores restaurants from Hangout Music Fest
The 2022 Hangout Music Fest is just two weeks away from taking over Gulf Shores, which means it is time to plan your weekend. Are planning to stay at the beach for the whole weekend or drive down … more
|
Pictured here, back row, from left: Eddie Tyler, BCBE superintendent; Mary Kate Robertson, Elberta High School senior; Amberleigh Gibbs, Robertsdale High School senior; Dan Thompson, executive director, HG Clay Foundation; Terri Thompson, trustee, HG Clay Foundation; Kira Berona, Orange Beach High School senior; Elizabeth Kell, Daphne High School senior; Citlaly Mendez, Foley High School senior; Hannah Brooks, Baldwin County High School senior; and Elizabeth “Betsy” Murphy, Fairhope High School senior. Front row, from left: Lily Glassford, 2021 award recipient, Robertsdale High School graduate; Michaela Sharp, 2021 award recipient, Fairhope High School graduate; Wyndal Mosley, 2021 award recipient, Elberta High School graduate; and Zachariah Hixon, Spanish Fort High School senior.
8 Baldwin County students receive Future Teacher Scholarship award
ROBERTSDALE — Eight Baldwin County seniors received the Baldwin Proud Future Scholarship award, in the amount of $1,000 each. In addition, these students will be able to reapply for the … more
|
A cannon found in Spanish Fort in 2017 will soon be put on display at City Hall following restoration work in Florida. Experts said they cannot determine when or where the gun was made.
Spanish Fort preparing cannon displays
SPANISH FORT — An old cannon of unknown age and origin will soon be on display at Spanish Fort City Hall and will be joined by several other antique artillery pieces recently donated to the city, officials said. more
|
A solar research station and electric vehicle charging site is now open at Fairhope City Hall.
Fairhope opens solar power charging station
FAIRHOPE — A new solar power research station in the Fairhope City Hall parking lot will also provide a location for electric-vehicle drivers to charge while shopping or visiting downtown, project supporters said Wednesday, May 4. more
|
Student members of Scott Prince’s Jedi academy demonstrate their skills in the gym at Gulf Shores Middle School.
Gulf Shores students at Jedi Academy live their science fiction dreams
Connor Ferguson looks snappy in a dress coat and slacks. He is watching intensely as light sabers clash just feet in front of him. He studies each swing and jab. As the fight ends, he nods his … more
|
Many of the main streets in Magnolia Springs are lined with trees and charming homesteads.
Magnolia Springs named Most Charming Small Town in Alabama
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS — The town of Magnolia Springs has been named the Most Charming Small Town in Alabama by the "Trips to Discover" digital travel magazine. "It's quite an honor," said … more
|
Sowing the seeds of science at Silverhill Elementary School
Students at Silverhill Elementary School celebrated Family Science Night with help from the Pensacola MESS Hall. Families had an opportunity to check out exhibits, do some experiments and be … more
|
Seal of Baldwin County
10K Baldwin County residents to vote at new locations May 24
BAY MINETTE — Approximately 10,000 voters in Baldwin County will find themselves voting at a different location in the upcoming primary election on May 24.At its Feb. 1 meeting, the Baldwin … more
|
Gary Brossett, a hot air ballon pilot and crew member, and Rusty Miller check the interior of “Stars & Stripes”, Miller’s balloon, before a flight outside of Atmore last week.
Hot air balloons fill the sky over OWA May 12-14
The 18th-annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival will fill the grounds and sky around OWA with over 50 balloons May 12-14. The annual event draws balloons and spectators from across the country … more
|
Help Stamp out Hunger. Start collecting non-perishable items today, fill a bag and place it by your mailbox Saturday, May 14, for your letter carrier to pick up.
Help Stamp Out Hunger by leaving non-perishables at mailbox May 14
Letter carriers across the nation are preparing for the annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive on May 14. The nation's largest single-day food collection event is vital to replenishing local food … more
|
Power shifts among “Survivor” contestants puts Gulf Shores native Jonathan Young in jeopardy
Just eight contestants remain after episode eight’s double elimination and the power is shifting. Strength and agility are slowly falling victim to smart game play and the ability to lie. … more
|
Evie Rosa Butler, a junior at Orange Beach High School, was recognized at the May 3 Orange Beach City Council meeting for her theatre achievements.
Orange Beach High School junior wins state title twice at theatre festival
Evie Rosa Butler, a junior at Orange Beach High School, has earned a state title — twice.Butler competed at the Walter Trumbauer State Theatre festival and defied the odds. She won first in … more
|
Baldwin County's April Housing Report shows 1st signs of buyer reluctancy
We're beginning to see the first signs of buyer reluctancy in the Baldwin County Housing Market.While Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) reports an increase in new listings for … more
|
Win 2 tickets to Hangout Fest in Gulf Coast Media sweepstakes
The beaches of Gulf Shores will host some of the world’s premier names in pop, rock, rap, dance and more May 20-22, and Gulf Coast Media readers have a chance to win two free tickets to the … more
|
Woman dies in Loxley shooting
LOXLEY – Baldwin County authorities are investigating an incident in which a Loxley woman died Thursday after being shot during an argument, a police statement said. more
|
According to the approved separation agreement, Orange Beach is set to pay the Baldwin County school system approximately $40 million for the Orange Beach elementary, middle and high school campuses. Orange Beach will keep the majority of the assets within the buildings including books and Chromebooks. The agreement states that Orange Beach must pay $35 million of the cost to the Baldwin County system by July 1.
Baldwin County Board of Education and Orange Beach Board of Education approve separation agreement
LOXLEY — Both the Baldwin County Board of Education and Orange Beach City Schools have approved a separation agreement as of Thursday, May 5. The move puts the split between the systems on … more
|
« Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 … 93 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.