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Architectural plans show the site where the city of Foley will build a $5.58-million facility to be used as a shelter and command post during hurricanes and other emergencies. The safe room will be constructed on North Poplar Street.
Foley approves $5.58M safe room for emergency personnel
Foley first responders and other emergency personnel will soon have a safe location to shelter during hurricanes and other emergencies. Foley City Council voted Monday, May 20, to accept a grant from … more
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Rebecca Murphy
Foley woman arrested in connection to murder for hire
Foley's Rebecca Murphy, 36, was arrested on Friday, May 24 and charged with both conspiracy to commit murder for hire and being a felon in possession of a firearm in connection to a plot involving … more
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Alabama's first Wawa opened in Fairhope last week.
Baldwin County’s gas station boom
Have you noticed an explosion of gas stations popping up around Baldwin County over the past year? You are not alone. Locally, the trend seemed to get a jump-start with the opening of Alabama's first … more
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Bay Minette airport gets state grant
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) today, May 24, announced it has awarded over $300,000 in state funding to two municipal airports for improvements, one of which is in Baldwin County. … more
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Stapleton School earns Alabama Outdoor Classroom, National Wildlife Federation Schoolyard Habitat certification
Stapleton School received certification as an official Outdoor Classroom School through the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) Alabama Outdoor Classroom Program on Wednesday, May 15, becoming the … more
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The Beach Express toll plaza is seen heading southbound.
ALDOT announces traffic plan for Beach Express Bridge in Orange Beach post-toll removal
The Alabama Department of Transportation today, May 20, announced a temporary traffic control plan for the Baldwin Beach Express Bridge, effective at noon May 23 to ensure a smooth transition for … more
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Honoring those who served: Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall exhibit visits Robertsdale
Robertsdale was the recent host of a traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. The exhibit features a three-quarter scale replica of the famousVietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The … more
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Valeria Angeles stands with her diploma during the South Baldwin Literacy Council’s graduation ceremony at the Magnolia Hotel in Foley.
South Baldwin Literacy Council awards 115 diplomas in Foley
FOLEY — Some might think a diploma is a just piece of paper that represents completion of school. To students like Patrick Overcast at the South Baldwin Literacy Council (SBLC), the certificate … more
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The latest tree to receive a Foley Century Tree plaque is a live oak on the property of Krupinski Farm. The plaque was placed at the base of the tree on Charolais Road
City of Foley commemorates additional Century Trees
The city of Foley is honoring two more exceptional trees within its vicinity, recognizing their significance to the community. The Foley Revitalization and Beautification Advisory Board, in … more
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Tommy Wasden, newly appointed Upper School Head at Snook Christian Academy, brings over three decades of educational experience to his role. Wasden, formerly of Mobile Christian School and Faulkner University, aims to foster academic and spiritual growth within the SCA community.
Snook Christian Academy welcomes Wasden as Upper School Head
The administration and Board of Trustees at Snook Christian Academy (SCA) have announced the appointment of Tommy Wasden as the Upper School Head for the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year in a news … more
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Foley firefighters and officials help push the city’s newest pumper truck into the main fire station to mark the unit being placed in active service. The truck will help meet the demand for fire protection services, which have grown 70% in the last five years.
Dedication ceremony marks arrival of Foley's latest firefighting asset
Foley's latest addition to its firefighting fleet, a new pumper, has been put into service to address the increasing demand for emergency services in the city. The Foley Fire Department held a … more
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Tropic Falls at OWA features 11 water slides.
Foley’s Tropic Falls at OWA named Top 10 Indoor Water Park in USA Today’s 10Best Awards
The Alabama Gulf Coast’s Tropic Falls at OWA has been voted one of the top 10 indoor water parks in the country.  Let that sink in.  One of the nation’s best … more
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Bay Minette Elementary takes steps towards safety with Walk and Roll to School event
A significant turnout marked the morning of Wednesday, May 1, for the Walk and Roll to School Day event at Bay Minette Elementary School (BMES). Students, teachers and parents gathered at the … more
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Foley High introduces public safety career pathway in collaboration with Foley PD
Foley Police Department and Foley High School are collaborating to offer students an opportunity to explore careers in public safety, aiming to pave a pathway for those interested in law enforcement. … more
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The Foley Beach Express connects Foley to the island in Orange Beach.
Foley Beach Express ownership to transfer to ALDOT after repaving, widening
FOLEY – The Foley Beach Express is on its way to becoming a state highway. Foley City Council voted Monday, May 6, to transfer the city-owned section of the highway to the Alabama … more
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Aeronauts for a day: A journalist’s adventure over Foley in a hot air balloon
FOLEY — What's on your bucket list? Skydiving? Scuba diving? Climbing Mount Everest? On Friday, May 3, an item on my childhood bucket list got checked off: going up in a hot air balloon. … more
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Local student honored as Children's Miracle Network champion at Bay Minette Elementary
A school-wide celebration was held on Friday, April 26, at Bay Minette Elementary School in honor of Maci Brown, a 9-year-old recently named a Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) champion for USA … more
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Dennis 'Grave Digger' Anderson brings 2X Monster Trucks Live Tour to Baldwin County Fairgrounds in Robertsdale
The now 63-year-old monster truck icon Dennis Anderson started his legendary journey with just a can of spray paint and a beat up 1951 Ford Truck. Now, the creator of the world-famous "Grave … more
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PHOTOS: 2X Monster Trucks Live Tour makes stop at Baldwin County Fairgrounds Arena
Baldwin County Fairgrounds Arena in Robertsdale hosted the 2X Monster Trucks Live Tour on Saturday, May 4, headlined by legendary driver Dennis Anderson -- creator of the world famous "Grave Digger" … more
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South Baldwin Regional Medical Center earns seventh-straight "A" Hospital Safety Grade
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center has been awarded its seventh "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group since spring 2021. The Leapfrog Group, which assigns letter grades to general … more
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