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Utilities Board of the City of Foley responds to sewer overflow after contractor damage
A contractor struck an unmarked sanitary sewer force main near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and South Pecan Street in Foley on Monday, Oct. 20, leading to a sanitary sewer overflow that … more
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Alabama Public Library Service holds heated public hearing over transgender restrictions proposal
The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) held a public hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 21, to discuss a new rule proposal that would restrict minors from reading books with transgender themes and … more
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Event, fundraiser to honor life of Branson Blevins, 11-year-old from Robertsdale who died from cancer
Friends, family and bikers will gather Saturday, Nov. 8, for a day of riding, raffles and community in honor of Branson Blevins, who recently lost his battle with aggressive blood cancer. The … more
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Styx and Bones Haunted Forest brings thrills to Baldwin County this Halloween
ROBERTSDALE — Styx and Bones Haunted Forest in Robertsdale is the Halloween brainchild of Billy Gates, an Atmore-raised Baldwin County resident who uses the attraction as a way to express his … more
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The Wayne T. Smith Atrium at Baldwin Health was dedicated on Thursday, Oct. 16. The new entrance and lobby area is the latest expansion of the Foley hospital.
Baldwin Health dedicates $200 million expansion to Wayne T. Smith
Baldwin Health Hospital celebrated the completion of its latest expansion project with the dedication and opening of the Wayne T. Smith Atrium, which now serves as the hospital’s main entrance … more
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St. Mark’s to host Fall Harvest Craft and Bake Sale in Elberta
St. Mark’s Church will hold its annual Fall Harvest Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 13220 Main Street in Elberta. The event is free and open to the … more
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The City of Foley is acquiring property north of Heritage Park for possible use as the site of a new civic center or city museum.
Foley acquires downtown property to expand city facilities and civic center plans
Foley City Council has approved the purchase of more than 2 acres on East Violet Avenue north of Heritage Park, a move city officials say will allow for expanded municipal services and new community … more
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North Baldwin Infirmary Committee delivers sweet treats to William F. Green State Veterans Home
The North Baldwin Infirmary Lead Change Grow Committee collected and delivered more than 110 bags of candy to residents of the William F. Green State Veterans Home in Bay Minette. The donation … more
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet now open in Foley
Ollie's Bargain Outlet is now open in Foley. The store, located at 3161 S. McKenzie St., where Big Lots used to be, held its grand opening on the morning of Thursday, Oct. 9, where many people … more
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A new Foley park is planned in the Mills Community. The community voted to be annexed into the city in 2023.
Foley moves forward with park, improvements in Mills Community
Plans for a new park and other improvements in the Mills Community are advancing after the Foley City Council approved measures to move construction forward. The council authorized services to … more
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Big rigs roll into Foley Library for hands-on family fun
Children and families packed the lot behind the Foley Public Library on Saturday, Oct. 11, for the second annual Big Rigs @ the Library: A Touch-a-Truck Event. From 9 to 11 a.m., the area behind … more
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The Foley first responder safe room is expected to start construction in early 2026 and be completed before the start of the 2027 hurricane season.
Foley moves forward with safe room for first responders
First responders in Foley should have a secure location to ride out hurricanes and other disasters by the 2027 storm season following a City Council vote Monday, Oct. 6. The council approved a … more
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Downtown Foley sidewalks show the effects of cleaning efforts. Crews have been pressure washing walkways in the city’s historic center.
Foley expands downtown cleaning effort to keep sidewalks shining
A city initiative is helping keep downtown sidewalks cleaner and brighter as part of ongoing efforts to enhance Foley’s historic business district. Crews recently completed soft washing … more
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Roderick Burkle took the oath of office to join the Foley City Council at the District 3 representative on Monday, Oct. 6. His wife Terry holds the Bible.
Burkle sworn in to fill vacant District 3 Foley City Council seat
Roderick Burkle was sworn in Monday, Oct. 6, as Foley’s new District 3 representative, filling the unexpired term left vacant by the late Richard Dayton. Burkle was the only candidate to … more
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St. Paul’s Foley to dedicate new custom-built pipe organ Nov. 1
The rich sounds of a newly built Noack pipe organ will fill St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Foley during a special service of dedication Saturday, Nov. 1, at 5 p.m. The public is invited to … more
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Hunter Robertson and Devon Pfeffer receive Meritorious Service Awards from Bay Minette Mayor Bob Wills at a recent city council meeting. The teenagers were recognized for their quick-thinking actions that helped save a man’s life after a boating accident on the Tensaw River in August.
Bay Minette honors teens for heroic river rescue
Two local teenagers were honored at a recent Bay Minette City Council meeting for their quick actions that helped save a man's life after a boating accident on the Tensaw River. Mayor Bob Wills … more
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Magnolia Springs Garden Club plans fall fundraiser at arboretum
The Magnolia Springs Garden Club will host its second annual “Meet ’Em in the Arboretum” fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 26. The fundraiser is scheduled to go from 4 to 6 p.m. and … more
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Tacos & Tequila Festival set for downtown Foley Nov. 8-9
Heritage Park will come alive with flavor, music, and family fun as the Tacos & Tequila Festival returns for a two-day celebration of food, entertainment and contests. The festival takes place at … more
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Swift-Coles Historic Home opens pavilion venue for outdoor events
BON SECOUR — It's "been a long time coming" for the construction of the John Byard Swift Jr. Pavilion, which recently had its grand opening at Swift-Coles Historic Home. Mike Bunn, … more
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Elberta German Sausage Festival returns Oct. 25 to support local fire department
Get your appetites ready. The Elberta German Sausage Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 25, beginning at 8 a.m. The festival will be held at Elberta Town Park located at 24950 Pine St. The … more
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