Community spirit was in full swing at Honeybee Park on Oct. 24, as the Central Baldwin Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for the Order of Misfits, officially launching Robertsdale's …
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11/12/24
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FOLEY — Johnstone Supply cut the ribbon to its new location in Foley this past Wednesday.
Johnstone is a national wholesale distributor in air conditioning and heating supplies, selling a …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/11/24 |
You might say that satsuma mandarins are the "orange-inal" Gulf Coast citrus.
These sweet mandarins are tough enough to take on cold snaps, easy to grow and have a citrus-packed history that …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 11/11/24 |
The holiday season will officially begin at Tanger Outlets in Foley with a festive Tree Lighting event tomorrow, Nov. 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
This year's celebration promises to be filled with …
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11/7/24
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Amusement parks are stereotypically frequented by tourists, but OWA Parks & Resort in Foley is now offering a special locals pass to invite residents to explore its amenities on a discounted …
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11/7/24
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U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has named U.S. Marine Corps Corporal Patrick Jump, a Robertsdale resident, as Alabama's Veteran of the Month for November, celebrating his dedication to both his country …
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11/7/24
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Baldwin County voters backed winners on Nov. 5, supporting Republican candidates in a trend mirrored nationwide that brought former President Donald Trump back to the White House.
As of 2023 …
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BY KAYLA GREEN
Executive Editor kayla@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/6/24 |
As Americans headed to the polls this week for national and statewide elections, the Town of Elberta has already seen a shift in its own leadership.
Jim Hamby, who served as Elberta's mayor …
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BY WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/6/24 |
A new pizza establishment has opened its doors in Elberta.
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/6/24 |
The Hotel Magnolia Restaurant served as the backdrop for the October meeting of Foley Main Street, where community leaders gathered to discuss recent achievements and upcoming initiatives aimed at …
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11/5/24
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'Tis the season to begin your Christmas shopping (if you haven't started already).
The Foley Art Center's annual Trim-A-Tree holiday market opens with a festive reception on Friday, Nov. 8, from …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/4/24 |
A colorful mix of costumed characters, spooky critters and imaginative displays filled Blackburn Park in Bay Minette for the North Baldwin Literacy Council's annual Trunk or Treat. Sponsored by the …
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11/2/24
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Hundreds of books found new homes in Bay Minette as the community recently gathered for the "Fall Into a Good Book" sale, a fundraising event hosted by the Bay Minette Public Library.
The …
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11/1/24
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Foley's downtown area is set to see a change as the city moves forward with a project to connect the Foley pedestrian bridge with City Hall and other downtown attractions.
The initiative, …
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10/30/24
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The City of Foley is moving ahead with plans to develop a new park in the Mills community and link the area to its growing network of walkways.
Foley City Council recently voted to hire Goodwyn, …
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10/30/24
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What could you do with $15,000?
Buy Christmas presents? Pay off a loan? Get a new wardrobe? Begin a house remodeling project?
Well, you have the chance to win that amount while supporting a …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/24 |
Main Street Alabama has launched Sweet Hometown Tours: Alabama Main Street Trail, a statewide trail system that celebrates Alabama's diverse downtown districts, with Foley serving as one of its …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/24 |
Three Foley businesses were honored for their dedication to enhancing the city's appearance, receiving annual beautification awards from Foley City Council on Oct. 21.
This year's recipients …
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10/29/24
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The Bay Minette Public Library (BMPL) recently received a $1,700 grant from International Paper's Bay Minette Container Plant and the International Paper Foundation to bolster Dolly Parton's …
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10/29/24
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Downtown Foley was buzzing with excitement over the weekend as thousands of costumed children and their families hit the streets for the city's annual Hometown Halloween celebration on Thursday, Oct. …
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BY MICAH GREEN
Photojournalist/Chief Digital Officer micah@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/29/24 |