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The new building for Spanish Fort Elementary School.
Spanish Fort Elementary students start school in new building
SPANISH FORT — "I love this place!" Those were the words of a kindergartener on Aug. 8 as she walked into the new Spanish Fort Elementary School building for the first time. After about two … more
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Flourish Fete to benefit teen girl community center
An upcoming fundraiser will be a roaring benefit to a Daphne-based community center for teen girls. Flourish Community is set to present Flourish Fete, A Roaring '20s Gala for Good, taking place at … more
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Fairhope Courier staff at work in the print shop at 336 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope. Arthur Fairhope 'Spider' Gaston sets type, while a tall young man, Henry Crawford Jr., stands nearby. His mother, Frances 'Frankie' Gaston Crawford, is in front of him, with longtime staff member E.G. 'Ned' Doughtery beside her.
Gulf Coast Media's The Courier celebrates 130th birthday serving Eastern Shore
It is time to wish a very happy birthday to The Courier . On Aug. 15, The Courier , which started as the voice of a bold experiment in 1894, turns 130 years old. From chronicling the dreams of … more
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Baldwin County farmer named 2024 Alabama Farmer of the Year
Joel Sirmon of Baldwin County has been honored as Alabama Farmer of the Year for 2024, a testament to his dedication and innovation in agriculture. Sirmon, who operates Sirmon Farms in Daphne, … more
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Daphne head football coach Kenny King holds up the scissors after officially cutting the ribbon to open the new turf field at Jubilee Stadium during a ceremony at the high school on Friday, Aug. 9. Representatives from the city, school board and high school were on hand to celebrate the occasion.
Daphne High School unveils new turf field at Jubilee Stadium with ribbon-cutting ceremony
DAPHNE — Jubilee Stadium’s new turf field at Daphne High School is officially ready for action. The City of Daphne joined the high school in commemorating the facility upgrades with … more
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Coastal Alabama Community College students use podcasting to combat substance abuse and mental health issues
Students at Coastal Alabama Community College's Fairhope campus are addressing critical issues like substance abuse, suicide and the opioid epidemic through the power of podcasts. In partnership … more
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Rapid growth spurs Barnwell to revisit zoning proposal
It's been two long years for the citizens of the rural Barnwell area of Fairhope. In December, residents will have another chance to vote on zoning for District 38. This vote comes at a crucial … more
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Alabama Coastal BirdFest & Nature Expo celebrates 20 years of Gulf Coast wonder
Did you know? A bird's eye can be about 50% of its head size — as an equivalent, imagine if our eyes were the size of baseballs. If this little tidbit intrigued you, make sure to mark your … more
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Baldwin County Youth Orchestra announces exciting holiday concert
Is your child interested in the electrifying sounds of Bach, Chopin and more? The Baldwin County Youth Orchestra (BCYO) recently announced a tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra for this … more
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Baldwin County nonprofits receive grants to close youth opportunity gap
Baldwin County nonprofits are making strides in closing the opportunity gap for local youth with significant new funding from the Community Foundation of South Alabama. The Community Foundation … more
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Jersey Mike’s Subs opens in Fairhope: Newest addition to Polo Crossing
Jersey Mike's Subs has joined the Fairhope food scene. The location held its grand opening July 31. Franchise owners Laura Huff, Elizabeth Knight and John McDonald have been doing business in … more
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African American conjure, root work, divination group celebrates newest class at Daphne waterfront
A graduation ceremony was held for the Conjure South Hoodoo Institute, home of traditional African American conjure, root work and divination, at Belrose Park in Daphne on the shores of Mobile Bay, … more
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Taylor Lewis, OC/L
Baldwin Bone & Joint welcomes new occupational therapist
Bone & Joint of Daphne is expanding its team with the addition of Taylor Lewis, a seasoned occupational therapist with over a decade of clinical experience. Lewis, who has specialized in … more
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(Left Photo) Cadet Major Grace Godwin's parents pin on her wings and congratulate her on this accomplishment. Lt. Col. Matthew Tipton, AFJROTC director, noted that of all people who start flying training in this country, only 20% succeed in earning their private pilot’s certificate.(Right Photo) Lt. Col. Matthew Tipton, AFJROTC director, presents a certificate of accomplishment to Cadet Major Grace Godwin for successfully earning her private pilot’s rating. Godwin is attending Southern Texas University in Houston, Texas, this summer to learn to fly.
Daphne High holds 1st official AL-935 winging ceremony
The Air Force JROTC unit AL-935 out of Daphne High School held its first official winging ceremony for their newest cadet private pilots on July 25 in Trojan Hall. Presiding over the ceremony … more
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The reason for the large crowd at 3 p.m. was a special called Industrial Development Board Meeting to review and discuss 68 Ventures' proposed Planned Unit Development (PUD) at the Daphne Innovation and Science Complex (DISC). The proposed project is being called Prospect Park.
Proposed Prospect Park development in Daphne would include Novelis office space, food, retail
Daphne City Hall's Jubilee Conference Room was a hive of activity Tuesday, July 30, as over 40 residents filled every available seat. The reason for the large crowd at 3 p.m. was a special called … more
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ALDOT to perform drainage repairs on US-98 in Baldwin County
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is set to carry out drainage repairs on US-98 at Mile Marker 51.8 in the Barnwell Community of Baldwin County. The repairs are scheduled to start … more
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Fairhope’s Working Waterfront project advances
Fairhope's Working Waterfront project is one step closer after Fairhope City Council awarded the project to Roland Construction during a July 22 council meeting. The project to revitalize Fairhope's … more
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An image showing the Round House under construction, capturing the unique structure before its iconic domed roof was completed. This photograph is part of the Stuart Scrapbook recently donated to the Fairhope Museum of History.
Hermit Hut builder's journals donated to Fairhope museum
The iconic Round House, known colloquially as the Hermit Hut, of Tolstoy Park, a beloved local landmark that has fascinated visitors for nearly a century, is revealing new history of what life on the … more
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Bayside Academy Head of School Dr. Scott Phillipps (left) receives the Blue Ribbon Award from AISA Executive Director Michael McLendon.
Bayside Academy receives Blue Ribbon School award
Bayside Academy, a coeducational college preparatory day school in Daphne, has been named a Blue Ribbon School for the 2023–2024 academic year by the Alabama Independent School Association … more
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Chick-fil-A confirms plans for new Fairhope location
There has been a rumor circulating in social media groups that Chick-fil-A is coming to Fairhope. Yes, the news got this journalist excited but one can’t hang their hat on rumors or hearsay. … more
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