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Fairhope High School track and field team members, coaches, city and school officials celebrated the completion of the Track and Field Complex at Founders Park with a ribbon cutting and first lap on the track Tuesday, Feb. 20. The $2.5 million project was a collaboration between the City of Fairhope, Fairhope Single Tax Corporation and Baldwin County Public Schools.
Fairhope Recreation Board’s five-year plan looks to address parking and facility needs
The Fairhope Recreation Board has completed several capital improvements to the city's recreation facilities between 2020 to 2023, and now it looks ahead as its five-year plan got the green light. … more
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The Magnolia Beach restoration project is one step closer with the awarding of the engineering services contract.
Fairhope council moves on key infrastructure, community projects
Residents and contractors with plans to build within the city could soon see an increase in construction and building permits. Fairhope City Council addressed a series of significant infrastructure … more
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South Baldwin Chamber's Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Award honors local business excellence
Since 1976, the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce has celebrated the spirit of the free enterprise system with the Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year award. This honor is one of … more
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Watermelons: A treat to beat the summer heat
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — When the summer sun is scorching, there is little more refreshing than a juicy slice of watermelon. Whether from a farmers market or straight from the garden, it's important … more
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Foley Sister Cities delegates return from Hennef, Germany
The City of Foley has formed a partnership with Hennef, Germany, marked by the completion of their first student delegate exchange. At a recent Foley City Council meeting, returning Foley High … more
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21st Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival seeks artists for 2025 t-shirt, poster designs
The 21st-annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Committee has announced a call for artists to create the t-shirt and poster artwork for the 2025 festival. The committee invites artists aged … more
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Become a beach bum with Foley Main Street's Summer Fun Scavenger Hunt
End your summer with a splash by joining the Summer Fun Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Foley. The event kicks off on July 15 and runs until Aug. 9, giving participants 26 days to complete the hunt. … more
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Alabama's annual back-to-school sales tax holiday this weekend
Get ready to shop because Alabama's annual back-to-school sales tax holiday kicks off this weekend, providing a prime opportunity for shoppers to save on items for the upcoming school year. This … more
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Fort Morgan VFD, Kiva partnership adding AEDs at distant resort
Kiva Dunes, a beach and golf resort in Fort Morgan, and the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department are collaborating in a life-saving effort. The partnership will enhance the presence of onsite … more
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Orange Beach City Schools now Cognia accredited
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 … more
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Rural rural water services advocate testifies on state of infrastructure
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 … more
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The Supper Club at Sweetwater Branch, a member only supper club, suffered catastrophic damage after an early morning fire July 15.
Fairhope’s Supper Club at Sweetwater Branch damaged in early morning fire
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 … 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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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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Updated BFM Project Rendering
Mobile Airport Authority acquires 272-acre property in significant milestone for city, travelers
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 … more
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USA awarded $1.43 million, selected as clinical site for dementia study
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 … more
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Dr. Lynn Yonge
Longtime Fairhope doctor retires, new physician joins Bay Medical
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, … more
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From left, Cole McNanna, sports editor; Melanie LeCroy, lifestyle editor; Micah Green, photographer and chief digital officer; and Kayla Green, executive editor.
Gulf Coast Media wins 20 awards from Alabama Press Association news contest
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 … more
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U.S. House passes bill protecting underwater forest off Alabama coast
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 … more
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Photo shared on Alabama Ecological Services Facebook page show a sea turtle attempting to nest, surrounded by crowds and bright lights.
Multiple sea turtle false crawls due to human distraction discovered by Orange Beach, Gulf Shores volunteers
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 … more
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