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The Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre kicked off its 13th annual Theatre on the Bluff this week with its performance of Disney's Frozen. Gulf Coast Media got a behind-the-scenes look during the group's …
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By MICAH GREEN
Chief Digital Officer / Photojournalist micah@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/1/26 |
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Jenea Renea Gamble, a Fairhope woman who was arrested at a “No Kings” protest in 2025, has filed a statement of claim against the City of Fairhope seeking $2 million after all charges against her …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/26 |
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BIRMINGHAM — The Alabama State Parks Foundation teed off its inaugural golf tournament at the stunning Oak Mountain State Park earlier this week, bringing together community leaders, outdoor …
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By Josh Bean
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4/30/26
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SPANISH FORT — The Alabama Wildlife Federation marked a new chapter along the Gulf Coast with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to reopen the former 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center as the Delta & Bay …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/30/26 |
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A new establishment called 87 West is coming to downtown Fairhope, located at 212 Fairhope Ave.
The upcoming bar is a new venture from an ownership group that includes sisters Carly and Chelsea …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/29/26 |
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At a recent event where the school districts' teachers of the year were announced, Baldwin County Public Schools (BCPS) recognized and celebrated the 45 individual schools' teachers of the year, …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/28/26
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FAIRHOPE — Fairhope City Council approved a new ordinance that creates a new process for identifying and designating historic property and districts within the city.
The ordinance was approved …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/27/26 |
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FAIRHOPE — Fairhope City Council unanimously approved a new ordinance Thursday, April 23, implementing new rules and restrictions on electric riding devices such as electric bicycles (e-bikes) and …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/27/26 |
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Fairhope resident and author Beverly Dillon Smith presented a $17,000 check to the Baldwin Family Village on Friday, April 24, following the success of her book featuring photographs of Fairhope's …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/27/26 |
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An intersection in Daphne will close for most of the summer as work advances on the Milton Jones Road extension project, a city and county partnership aimed at improving east-west traffic flow.
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GCM Staff Report
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4/23/26
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As Earth Day approaches, I've been looking back at the stories I've covered across Baldwin County — stories that reflect both the challenges facing our environment and the people working to protect …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office provided a significant update on an over 30-year-old cold case during a press conference held on Wednesday, April 22, announcing the victim has been identified …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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ELBERTA — A ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 17, marked the official opening of the first home in Mary's Village, a new transitional housing initiative designed to lead homeless mothers …
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BY GABRIELLA CHAVEZ
Report for America Corps Member GCM Staff Reporter gabriella@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Fairhope officials further discussed a series of proposed amendments to the city’s zoning ordinances with the public.
City council has been looking at proposed changes to their zoning …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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Bake Blue Bakery is planting itself on the Eastern Shore with a new brick-and-mortar storefront in Spanish Fort.
Bake Blue was founded by Debra Pennington and her son, Reed, who has autism. The …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/22/26 |
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At the end of March, Bayside Academy inducted 33 students into the Ann Simpson Crosby chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS).
According to a press release on the inductees, the Ann …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/21/26
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Engaged couples and wedding parties will have a chance to tour a coastal Alabama venue and meet local vendors during Sunday at Songbird, a wedding showcase set for 2-5 p.m. May 31 at Songbird Ranch, …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/21/26
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The Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department held its annual open house on Saturday, April 18, giving guests an opportunity to tour the grounds and to participate in hands-on activities.
Fairhope …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/21/26 |
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When Ryan McCallum isn't working as an electrical contractor, he is focusing on helping people out with some good bread and a health-concise diet through Rise Slow Bread Company.
McCallum, a …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/21/26 |
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A long-standing community tradition rooted in unity and cultural pride is set to return next month as Hope Community revives Fairhope’s May Day celebration at the historic Anna T. Jeanes School …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/17/26
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