The wait is over.
The Chipotle Mexican Grill in Daphne will open to the public Friday, Jan. 5.
The Daphne location makes the second Chipotle Mexican Grill to open in Baldwin County. The …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/27/23 |
C. S. Lewis explains, “Once in our world, a stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world.” As society becomes increasingly secular, it is easy to lose sight of what is …
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By Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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12/27/23
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Another year in the books.
With the fast-paced life today's world promotes, it's hard to remember everything that happened in 365 days. Luckily, Baldwin County has a local news source to capture …
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By KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/27/23 |
Baldwin County would not be what it is without its tourism and hospitality industry, and this sector was anything but stagnant this year. From infrastructure and amenities to economic impact, here …
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BY KARA MAUTZ, MELANIE LECROY, NATALIE WILLIAMSON, COLE MCNANA and KAYLA GREEN
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12/27/23
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FAIRHOPE — When it comes to sharing comfort and kindness, age is just a number for 12-year-old Emory Whitehead.
Before her birthday on Oct. 26, Whitehead said she wanted to bring presents …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
Gulf Coast Media dug into two reports of wrongdoing in Baldwin County in 2023, with impact ranging from the fallout of a botched music festival to a nonprofit's misuse of tax dollars.
Legitimacy …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
This year brought several long-awaited announcements to the island, including the go-ahead to construct a toll-free bridge in Orange Beach, a beach renourishment project, a new pedestrian bridge …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
This year has proven to be quite the year for schools across Baldwin County, as the opening of the highly anticipated Baldwin Preparatory Academy draws near, Baldwin County throws its hat in the ring …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
On a dark and chilly night in March 2023, shark fishing outfitters Dylan Wier and Blaine Kenny of Coastal Worldwide caught a 10-to-11-foot great white shark from the shore in Orange Beach. Yes, there …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
This time of year, millions of people make resolutions to take on personal challenges, accomplish a significant goal, or improve their lives for the new year. This year, the American Lung Association …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/26/23
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The growth of Baldwin County and its strain on infrastructure are not novel issues. Local officials have been tackling them for years. However, 2023 brought new issues and resolutions, especially on …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
Every year, the culinary scene on the Gulf Coast grows and evolves with new restaurants, exciting events and notable people.
In terms of notable people, Bob Baumhower, the man who brought …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
The 4th Annual Santa Pub Crawl, hosted by the Lower Alabama Young Professionals (LAYP) and sponsored by the Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach, raised a record $2,500 and two boxes of toys for South …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/26/23
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Good metabolic health is the backbone of great overall health. Unfortunately, many Americans misunderstand what metabolic health is and are not aware of its importance.
A recent poll from …
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By StatePoint
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12/26/23
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The University of South Alabama and scientist Jonathan Rayner, Ph.D., have been designated as inaugural honorees of the Innovate Alabama Network — a new resource established to facilitate …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/25/23
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Afterschool programs keep children safe, inspire them to learn and give working parents the peace of mind that comes with knowing their kids are supervised and learning after the school day ends. …
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By StatePoint
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12/25/23
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Thomas Hospital, an affiliate of Infirmary Health, has earned recognition as High Performing by U.S. News & World Report in its 2023-24 Best Hospitals rankings and ratings for Maternity Care. …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/25/23
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Spanish Fort and Daphne high school athletes will enter next year with new turf fields and tracks.
Sports Turf Company, a specialty sports construction and surfacing company, recently announced …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/24/23
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When blood products are fully stocked on hospital shelves, patients don't have to wait for critical care. Donating blood with the American Red Cross in December can assist those in need in creating …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/23/23
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The Wisconsin Sno-bird Club recently donated 100 Walmart gift cards to the Baldwin County Human Resources Department. The gift cards will be presented to the department’s foster children, …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/23/23
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