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Foley Public Library Director John Jackson has taken a new position.
Library director Jackson takes new position in Wyoming
FOLEY — John Jackson will leave his position as director of the Foley Public Library to take a new job as executive director of the Campbell County Public Library System in Wyoming. Jackson has … more
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The alley between West Laurel Avenue and Jessamine Street will become a public arts and park area as part of a project by Foley Main Street and the city of Foley. Murals and other arts projects are planned at the site west of Alabama 59.
Foley Main Street marks 5 years of progress
FOLEY — Efforts to improve and promote downtown Foley have resulted in more than $12 million in investment in the district in the last five years. Darrelyn Dunmore, executive director of Foley … more
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PHOTOS: Celebrating the glorious mushroom at inaugural Gulf Coast Fungi Festival
Nearly 700 fungi-loving patrons of all ages gathered for the first-ever Gulf Coast Fungi Festival over the weekend at Weeks Bay Plantation to celebrate mushrooms in all their diversity and glory. … more
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Grayson had the top ride for the 2023 Buddy Walk. His handcrafted rocket ship led his team.
Annual Buddy Walk raises over $80K for Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Society
Loxley Municipal Park was buzzing with activity Saturday, Oct. 21, as supporters of the Coastal Alabama Down Syndrome Society came together for the annual Buddy Walk. Walk organizers needed to find a … more
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The nursery room is one exhibit at the Holmes Medical Museum in Foley. The museum is looking for baby pictures of children born at the site when it was Baldwin County’s first hospital between 1936 and 1958.
Museum seeking photos of 'Holmes Babies'
FOLEY — For hundreds of Foley residents born between 1936 and 1958, life began on the second floor of the brick building that still stands on the southwest corner of Laurel Avenue and McKenzie … more
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Foley's Hometown Halloween set for Oct. 26
FOLEY — Little ghosts, goblins and other strange creatures will once again haunt the streets of Foley on Thursday, Oct. 26, when Hometown Halloween takes place downtown. The celebration takes … more
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Foley is expanding its fleet of sanitation trucks in order to add a fifth collection route. The city is buying two new trucks at a combined cost of almost $728,000.
Foley reminding residents of recycling guidelines
FOLEY — Foley residents who take part in the city's curbside recycling program could be getting reminders of what materials are acceptable if they put out items that do not fit the guidelines. … more
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Foley Fire Department anticipates arrival of new pumper truck
A new fire truck should be arriving in Foley in about one month and work is starting on a second vehicle. Foley Fire Chief Joey Darby said the new pumper should be in service in the next few weeks. … more
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The community gift card, named Downtown Dollars, is a Mastercard gift card that will universally work at multiple local Downtown Foley businesses. This program is continual and will be around for a long time. To start it off – Foley Main Street has invested $1,000 in a Fall campaign. Beginning Oct 13. when you purchase a gift card, there is a 25% discount until the fund runs out.
Program offers gift cards good throughout downtown Foley
Foley Main Street has launched a new "shop local" program to bring more money and attention to independent small businesses in Downtown Foley. The community gift card called Downtown Dollars is a … more
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Amber and Kelly Johnson present the donation to Blake Clark, Bay Minette recreation director.
Bay Minette rec department gets donation for sports fields
The Fly High Goose Foundation recently presented a donation of $13,600 to the Bay Minette Recreation Department for new practice fields for its youth sports programs. The funding will be used to … more
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Taking part in the presentation included, from left, Library Director Joanna Bailey, Sen. Greg Albritton, Children's Librarian Victoria Barnett and Library Clerk Christina Salter.
Legislative donation boosts north Baldwin library
Sen. Greg Albritton presented the Bay Minette Public Library with a check for $18,000 from the Legislative Community Service Fund. This contribution will be used to purchase books, eBooks and … more
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State, federal and local officials, including Gov. Kay Ivey, take part in groundbreaking ceremonies for the $2.5-biillion aluminum rolling mill and recycling facility to be built in Bay Minette. The Novelis plant is expected to employ up to 1,000 people when it opens in 2025.
Novelis gets $5 million infrastructure grant
BAY MINETTE – The South Alabama Megasite is buzzing with activity as work on the Novelis Aluminum Plant is underway. The Alabama Industrial Access Road and Bridge Corporation, under ALDOT's … more
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Foley officials plan to add sidewalks near Mathis Elementary School to improve access for students walking to campus and other pedestrians in the area.
Foley sidewalk project approved
FOLEY — More than three years after the project was first proposed, work to build or expand more than 1.5 miles of sidewalks linking Foley schools with growing residential areas should start … more
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With new upgrades, features and functionalities, BCAS wants to prioritize the well-being of animals while providing a more inviting space for potential adopters. BCAS manager George Majors said this intake building was built to ensure the best living quality for the animals who will be in this shelter.
New animal shelter intake building focuses on well-being of animals
SUMMERDALE — A newly constructed Baldwin County Animal Shelter intake building has started assisting in the way animals are cared for and find their forever home. With new upgrades, … more
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Robertsdale discussing e-bike laws
Electric bikes, called e-bikes, have grown in popularity over the past few years, prompting discussion regarding the legitimacy and safety of the vehicles. Robertsdale City Council members discussed … more
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Foley is expanding its fleet of sanitation trucks in order to add a fifth collection route. The city is buying two new trucks at a combined cost of almost $728,000.
Foley expanding garbage collection services
FOLEY — The city of Foley is adding a fifth garbage collection route to expand services to meet the demands of the growing community population. Foley City Council voted Monday, Oct. 2, to … more
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Foley is working to reduce the amount of non-recyclable materials placed in recycling bins. Contaminated materials in recyclable containers can increase the cost of disposal for the city and residents.
Foley reminding residents of recycling guidelines
FOLEY — Foley residents who take part in the city's curbside recycling program could be getting reminders of what materials are acceptable if they put out items that do not fit the guidelines. … more
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Little River resident Timothy Allen Arthur, 65, was arrested on one count of solicitation of a child.
Baldwin County man arrested for solicitation of a child
The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office arrested Little River resident Timothy Allen Arthur, 65, on one count of solicitation of a child. On Oct. 5, BCSO made the arrest after an investigation … more
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The Senior Expo event will have vendors representing various organizations dedicated to serving our senior citizens in North Baldwin.
2nd-annual Senior Expo coming to Bay Minette
The North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the second-annual Senior Expo is here with opportunities for our North Baldwin senior citizens. This event will take place on Oct. 4 at … more
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Ludovica Mele and Jaiden Bonner rehearse for "Our Town," opening on Oct. 17.
An American classic with an Italian lead; Foley High exchange student stars in 'Our Town' at Civic Center
Foley High School's upcoming production of "Our Town" will take center stage beginning Oct. 17, and students are preparing to step into the spotlight to perform the classic American tale. However, … more
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