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The Flora-Bama holds a Thanksgiving potluck and buffet annually.
10 restaurants open on Thanksgiving in Baldwin County
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for a lot of people, that means having to plan what to cook, see who in your family is able to come visit, having to get everything you need before it … more
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Fairhope Film Festival Executive Director Melanie LeCroy speaks to the audience on Thursday, Nov. 13, at the University of South Alabama during the festival's double-feature opening night, which featured "A Nobile Experiment," documenting Italian settlers in Daphne, and "Sallie's Ashes," following three women's efforts to get 21 million tons of coal-ash removed from Alabama's Power Plant Barry near the Mobile River.
'Sallie's Ashes' brings environmental fight to the big screen to open Fairhope Film Festival
FAIRHOPE — The story of three Baldwin County women who turned personal concern into an organized environmental movement reached local audiences this week as "Sallie's Ashes" made its regional … more
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Local Elberta business owners open coffee, ice cream shop downtown
ELBERTA — State Street Coffee and Ice Cream is now open in downtown Elberta. The storefront is owned by Candice Bass along with Brett, Robert and Drew Harrison. They have owned a local … more
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Two weekends left for Robertsdale's renaissance fair, pirate fest
Hundreds attended the first weekend of the Gulf Coast Renaissance Faire and Wild West Pirate Fest at 30569 Osprey Lane in Robertsdale. Just about all attendees were in costume, including pirates, … more
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Drue Banta Winters, campaign manager for Stronger America Through Seafood, said the absence of clear federal rules has prevented fish farms from operating domestically. "There is not a single fish farm in U.S. federal waters, and that is because of two reasons," she said. "One, there's a lack of clear authority over aquaculture in federal waters, and two, it is a lengthy, complicated, expensive regulatory process to establish a farm."
New federal aquaculture bill could impact Baldwin County's seafood industry
A bill introduced in Congress in October aims to pave the way for offshore seafood farming in the Gulf, potentially bringing changes to Baldwin County’s long-established seafood businesses. … more
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North Baldwin man charged, neighbor injured after argument, shooting
A North Baldwin man has been arrested after his neighbor went to the emergency room earlier today with gunshot wounds to his torso, thigh and hand. The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office received a … more
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Back row from left are Rev. Nathan Van Prooyen of Eternal Life Church, Rev. Rick Long, Rev. Josh Thompson of First Baptist Church of Lillian, Rev. Greg Brown of Bayside Baptist Church and Rev. Daniel Randall of LMC. Front row are Rev. Calvin Bartle, Rev. Tina Lockett of Episcopal Church of the Advent, Optimist President Robin Newell and Rev. Dean Conkel of Lillian Fellowship Church.
Classic rides, community spirit mark busy season in Lillian
Nearly one hundred classic and modern vehicles lined the grounds as the Lillian Methodist Men’s Club hosted its 2025 Best of the Decades Car Show, welcoming 93 entries in a display that spanned … more
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Half Shell Oyster Bar to open in Foley's Colt Grill BBQ building
Serving seafood, steaks and other dishes, Half Shell already has several locations along the coast and in the South, including six in Alabama, including Spanish Fort, Mobile, Cullman, Pelham, … more
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Foley will extend sidewalks on Alabama 59 from East Orchid Avenue to East Section Avenue. The project is part of the ongoing city effort to improve walkways around Foley.
Foley expands sidewalks along Alabama 59 and city streets
Foley is moving forward with plans to expand sidewalks throughout the city, including a major extension along Alabama 59. Foley City Council approved a proposal to survey and design a sidewalk … more
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Summerdale to host 10th annual Christmas Concert to benefit local library
The Summerdale Municipal Complex will fill with festive music and community cheer on Saturday, Nov. 22, as the town celebrates its 10th annual Christmas Concert. The evening promises an elegant … more
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Baldwin County, Robertsdale team up for major intersection upgrades at Palmer Street, SR 104
The City of Robertsdale and Baldwin County Commission are teaming up to improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection of Palmer Street and State Route 104. The project will add new turn … more
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Greg Buschmohle, the chef at Fresco, in the kitchen of the restaurant in Bon Secour, the location of the old Tin-Top.
Fresh Italian cuisine coming to Bon Secour with Fresco
BON SECOUR — Chef Greg Buschmohle is bringing a fresh take on Italian dining to South Baldwin. Buschmohle, 72, has lived in Baldwin County since the '80s and has worked in the dining … more
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Downtown Foley kicks off holiday season with November Third Thursday
Downtown Foley will host its November Third Thursday event on Nov. 20 from 5-7 p.m., offering residents an early chance to kick off their holiday shopping while enjoying the festive glow of downtown … more
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Foley elected officials were sworn into office for the new term on Monday, Nov. 3. New and returning members are, from left, Timothy "Tim" Lower, District 2; Roderick Burkle, District 3; Council President Wayne Trawick, District 1; Mayor Ralph Hellmich; Larry Engel, District 4: and Council President Pro Tempore Charles Ebert III, District 5.
Foley council begins term with 3 new members
A packed room of Foley officials and staff gathered Monday, Nov. 3, as Mayor Ralph Hellmich and city council members were sworn in for a new four-year term. Hellmich begins his second term, … more
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Robertsdale swears in Ruthie Campbell, 1st female mayor
A packed Baldwin County Coliseum crowd gathered Monday, Nov. 3, to witness history as Ruthie Campbell was sworn in as Robertsdale's first female mayor. Campbell, who just completed her third … more
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Congressional candidate travels to Jamaica for hurricane relief
Baldwin County resident and Alabama 1st Congressional District candidate Joshua McKee has teamed with Project Dynamo to deliver supplies and aid in humanitarian operations in Jamaica following … more
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Joshua Brown sworn in as Bay Minette's first Black mayor
A new era has arrived in Bay Minette with Joshua Brown now taking the reins as the city's mayor. Brown, 32, officially became the city's mayor during a packed meeting held at Bay Minette City … more
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Bay Minette police chief steps down, cites city 'leadership and direction'
Bay Minette Police Chief Al Tolbert resigned from his position on Monday, effective immediately. Tolbert's resignation comes as new leadership takes over. On the same day, Joshua Brown was sworn … more
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K9 Harko retires after seven years of service with Bay Minette Police
After more than seven years of helping keep Bay Minette safe, K9 Harko has officially retired. The Belgian Malinois, who joined the department in 2018, will spend his retirement with his … more
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Judge signals dismissal in Dauphin Island fox removal lawsuit
MOBILE — The court hearing over Dauphin Island's controversial fox management plan revealed a deep divide between wildlife advocates and conservation authorities. Mobile County Circuit … more
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