And just like that, 2024 is about to be another year that was.
In our world of 24/7 information overload that seemingly incessantly presents the next biggest story in the history of the world …
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BY KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/24 |
The Institute for Educational Advancement (IEA), a national nonprofit dedicated to the intellectual, creative and personal growth of the nation's gifted and advanced learners, continues its 22-year …
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12/26/24
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Foley High School was recently recognized for receiving the School of Excellence award from A+ College Ready and Eric Mackey, state superintendent of education, at the Alabama State Board of …
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By Guy Busby
City of Foley | 12/26/24 |
Kyle McCartney has worked in education across the state of Alabama, including Gulf Shores Middle School, and has now returned to work the first years of his retirement at the Alabama Institute for …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/24/24 |
From Foley to the halls of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 19-year-old Noah Clark walked across the stage as the youngest graduate in SIU’s fall commencement ceremony last weekend at …
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12/20/24
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In response to growing demand for advanced education in the nursing field, Columbia Southern University has launched its College of Nursing and Health Sciences, offering innovative online programs …
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12/20/24
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Three Daphne High School Air Force Junior ROTC cadets have soared to new heights, earning scholarships to attend an elite aviation program next summer.
According to a news release, Cadets Cade …
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12/19/24
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ORANGE BEACH — In surprise classroom visits from Superintendent Randy Wilkes, Svea Tierce and Morgan Soutullo were named 2024-2025 Teachers of the Year at Orange Beach City Schools on Dec. 10.
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/19/24 |
Orange Beach schools are leading the way in student safety, with Orange Beach Elementary School and Orange Beach Middle/High School receiving the top-tier Safe Schools awards, Attorney General Steve …
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12/19/24
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GULF SHORES — Jessica Sampley, academies and career and technical education director for Gulf Shores City Schools (GSCS), served on a committee for a national K-12 report creating "one of the …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/17/24 |
GULF SHORES — Finalists from states nationwide have been selected for Samsung's annual Solve for Tomorrow STEM competition, and Gulf Shores High School (GSHS) has earned a spot among the 300 …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/17/24 |
SPANISH FORT — Approximately 53 acres north of I-10 in Spanish Fort was donated to Baldwin County Public Schools and was accepted on the condition that an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/13/24 |
SILVERHILL — Nostalgia filled the air during a cold and dreary Thursday night as the Silverhill Elementary School community gathered for a bittersweet farewell to the campus that has stood for …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/10/24 |
A college student from Fairhope will be among more than 600 student musicians and vocalists to perform in the annual concert tradition "Christmas at Belmont: Live from Nashville."
Beginning …
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12/10/24
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At just 9 years old, Adriana Watkins is making her mark across Alabama and beyond, excelling in art, music and dance.
The Daphne East Elementary honor roll student recently earned second place …
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12/7/24
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State report cards for each public school and overall districts in Alabama are in, and the 41 campuses that make up Baldwin County Public Schools (BCPS) have earned an overall score of 86.
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/6/24 |
Bayside Academy students captured the spotlight in the 2024 South Alabama Land Trust (SALT) Photo Contest, a competition celebrating the natural beauty of coastal Alabama through the eyes of amateur …
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12/6/24
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Students at the new Baldwin Preparatory Academy received a 2024 Chevy Trailblazer as a donation from Terry Thompson Chevrolet on Dec. 2. Terry Thompson said in the press release from the event, "We …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/5/24 |
Silverhill Elementary School is preparing for a transformative move to its new campus on County Road 55 slated to open in early 2025.
The facility, costing over $30 million, is designed to meet …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/3/24 |
ORANGE BEACH — Orange Beach City Schools is beaming with pride as they have received distinctions, grants and good report card scores over the past few weeks. The Orange Beach school district …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/3/24 |