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 |
FOLEY — Foley is ranked No.1 in a national study for the most cost-effective retirement destination across the United States.
A study conducted by GOBankingRates analyzed 100 cities …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/9/24 |
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 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Riding on the wings of a successful first year, the Cooptastic conference is back for year two. The conference — designed for backyard poultry owners — will take …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 2/24/24 |
The 2023 Annual Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report, released on Feb. 5 by the Alabama Association of Realtors, highlights a challenging year for the state's housing market, echoing a nationwide …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/20/24 |
Recent data released sheds light on the challenges confronting Alabama farmers, highlighting a tough reality. High input costs, coupled with low profit margins and farm consolidation, have …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/23/24
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As the threat of severe weather looms, the Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is urging all residents and visitors to take proactive measures and capitalize on the upcoming Severe …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/20/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Calling all beekeepers! Registration for the 29th-annual Alabama Beekeeping Symposium is now open.
The symposium is set for Feb. 3, 2024. The Alabama Cooperative …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/19/23 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — From Major League Baseball (MLB) and the National Football League to news networks and social media, nicotine pouches have made their presence well-known. Like many vaping …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 2/5/24 |
With grocery store shelves loaded up with new and unfamiliar products, and social media influencers touting this or that food brand, a trip to the supermarket is not always quick or easy. After all, …
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2/14/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Farmers and outdoorsmen beware. Poison hemlock is now creeping across Alabama. This non-native plant may appear aesthetically pleasing in a landscape to some, but this …
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By Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/11/24 |
Tanger Outlets of Foley is gearing up to commemorate Earth Day on April 22 with a community tree planting initiative in partnership with the City of Foley Leisure Services. The event is scheduled at …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/12/24
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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 |
Moderate fall temperatures are quickly turning into frigid days and nights in Alabama. Record lows and freeze watches are driving people — as well as bugs — inside homes and structures to …
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Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/14/23 |
Need a helping hand in the kitchen during the busy holiday season? Slow cookers are your go-to gadgets to get you through the season of eating.
Alice Moore, an Alabama Cooperative Extension …
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Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/18/23 |
Saunders Yachtworks, renowned as the foremost marine service provider on the northern Gulf Coast and esteemed presenter of " Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper ," has unveiled a strategic …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/22/24
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The Alabama Agricultural Development Authority (AADA) has announced the opening of applications for the second phase of the Alabama Meat Processing Program (AMPP). According to a news release, this …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/23/24
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On April 9, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced final revisions to the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) food packages. Nancy Brown, chief executive of the American Heart Association, …
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By the American Heart Association
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4/24/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Growing food for family and friends doesn't require a half-acre commitment. Raised bed gardens offer an alternative for people who cannot garden because of limited garden …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/25/24 |
The Robertsdale Garden Club started its 93d year with its first meeting and is under the leadership of President Mary Frances Boykin. Details were provided for most of the year's programs. Name tags …
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GCM Staff Report
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9/26/23
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