While plastic pollution rapidly increases, ranked by Earth.org as one of the top five environmental problems of 2024, so do the consequences facing our environment, oceans and future generations to …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/3/24 |
An Orange Beach traffic stop and report of a pedestrian being hit turned into a fatal crash into the Intracoastal Waterway by Tacky Jacks in Gulf Shores early Friday morning.
Orange Beach Police …
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5/3/24
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Any Baldwin County local knows to associate the warming weather each year with the upcoming hurricane season, and the ones who plan know it’s never too early to start preparing.
Baldwin …
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5/3/24
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There is a reason a place like Cooper Farm was voted Best Eco-Friendly Company in our 2024 Best of Baldwin contest. The Coopers' dedication to cultivating thriving plants and sharing invaluable …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/3/24 |
On April 25, Pioneer Repertory Theatre (PRT) debuted its inaugural adult cast production, Oscar Wilde’s "The Importance of Being Earnest."
The creative team and owners of PRT, Cailey Mize, …
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5/3/24
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Whether it's sea turtles, crabs, squirrels or pelicans, many animals live around the Gulf Coast. However, there are some that have become endangered or even extinct.
According to the U.S. Fish …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/3/24 |
In the rush of modern life, the profound impact of nature on our well-being often goes unnoticed. Whether it's the tranquil embrace of a forest, the invigorating freshness of a morning breeze or the …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/2/24 |
Seeking solace in nature's embrace while replenishing mind and body? Luckily, Baldwin County is full of places brimming with opportunities to immerse oneself in the pristine beauty of the natural …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/2/24 |
Baldwin County was once a rural and mostly agricultural area that has changed and grown into what it is today.
While it is wonderful to add to our diverse population, it brings a hint of panic …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/2/24 |
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announced the recent birth of twin endangered cotton-top tamarins in a news release.
According to teh release, the twins were born on April 6 and both infants are …
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5/2/24
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FOLEY — Head coach Alison Dunn started with the Snook Christian Academy archery program eight years ago with only five archers. This year, 24 archers used a third-place finish at the state …
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BY COLE McNANNA
Sports Editor cole@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/2/24 |
United Way Baldwin County (UWBC) proudly introduced the 2024-2025 Youth Board, a collection of high school seniors poised to make a difference in their communities through service and leadership. …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/2/24 |
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, with someone diagnosed approximately every two minutes. In a collaborative effort to end this devastating disease, the …
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By the American Lung Association
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5/2/24
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The Bay Minette Police Department is appealing to the community for assistance in identifying the individuals responsible for overnight vandalism at Kids Park on McMillan Avenue, which occurred on …
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5/1/24
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One of the goals of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is to not only manage and conserve our abundant natural wonders but to also share Alabama's great outdoors …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 5/1/24 |
Almost a century after the passing of John Foley, the man whose vision shaped the city’s destiny, his legacy continues to steer the trajectory of Foley's growth.
In a ceremony, the city of …
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5/1/24
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Matthew Henry wrote the following on January 1, 1713: “Firmly believing that my times are in God’s hand, I here submit myself and all my affairs for the ensuing year, to the wise and …
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Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey
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The eagerly awaited 2024 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Exhibit is set to make its premiere at the EcoWild Outdoor Expo, slated for May 10-12 at the Mobile Convention Center in Mobile according to a …
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5/1/24
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Gladiolus, sometimes known as sword lilies, are a staple of Southern gardens, known for their striking, upright spikes and delicate blooms.
In zones 8 /9, such as those found in South Alabama, …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 5/1/24 |
Orange Beach City Schools has announced the eagerly awaited return of the Island Schools Special Olympics, scheduled for May 7, at the Orange Beach Sportsplex.
According to a news release, this …
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5/1/24
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