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Foley officials plan to repave and add more shoulder space to the Beach Express at a cost of $6.5 million. The project is included in the city budget approved Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Foley budget includes major projects for upcoming year
FOLEY — Major projects for the upcoming year in Foley could cost $13 million more than the city expects to bring in, but the work is needed to keep up with the demands of growth, city officials … more
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Elberta running back Holden Crook delivers a stiff arm to Bayside Academy defensive end Cooper White during the season-opening game between the Warriors and Admirals at Elberta High School Aug. 19. Last Friday night, Elberta earned their first win of the season, 20-14 over LeFlore.
Baldwin County football roundup: Elberta cracks win column
Week 4 of the high school football season saw the Elberta Warriors grab their first win of the season, Robert Dunn from Snook Christian Academy set single-game passing school records and three teams … more
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Roy Hoffman will give a presentation entitled “Inspiration: Where Stories Come From,” Thursday, Sept. 15, at the Foley Public Library.
Fairhope author Roy Hoffman to speak at Foley Public Library
Roy Hoffman, a Mobile native and Fairhope resident, has had an extensive career with the written word. He is a novelist, journalist and had a stint as a speechwriter. He will give a presentation … more
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The Sun Belt Conference announced Thursday the 2022 cross country championships will be held at the Graham Creek Nature Preserve in Foley, expanding the conference's partnership with Foley Sports Tourism.
Foley to host 2022 Sun Belt Cross Country Championships
NEW ORLEANS – The Sun Belt Conference announced Thursday that the Graham Creek Nature Preserve in Foley, will serve as the site of the 2022 Sun Belt Men’s and Women’s Cross Country … more
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The Publix SuperCup, hosted by Snap Soccer, has been played at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex since 2016 and returns this weekend. Over the five years, Operations Manager Zack Touchstone said they’ve seen the event grow about 40% since that time.
Publix SuperCup, Bounders Beach Bash celebrate fifth anniversary in Foley
FOLEY – This year marks the fifth anniversary of the Publix SuperCup Girls Weekend and the Bounders Beach Bash being held in tandem at Foley Sports Tourism (FST). The soccer tournament and … more
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Passengers board a jet at the Gulf Shores International Airport.
Gulf Shores signs agreement for new air terminal
GULF SHORES – Plans for commercial air service at the Gulf Shores International Airport moved forward with the announcement that the Gulf Shores Airport Authority signed an agreement with TBI/VINCI Airports for the construction of a new commercial air terminal. more
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The Daphne Trojans were represented by Cameron Long, Stephon Blackshear, head coach Kenny King and Gabe Reynolds at the first-ever Gulf Coast Media Day at The Wharf Aug. 16. Daphne hosts Davidson in a key region game this Friday.
Three local football games to watch in Week 4
Although Week 4 of the high school football season features no intra-county matchups, there are plenty of intriguing games as region play is ramping up. Only four Baldwin County teams will host … more
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Joseph Simmons bagged this big gobbler at the Thigpen Hill SOA this past spring.
WFF Expands SOA Hunting Opportunities
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division continues to expand its unique access to the great outdoors with five new Special … more
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Elberta's Holden Crook looks on during the Warriors' season-opening game against Bayside Academy at home Aug. 19. Ahead of impending storms this Friday, Elberta's Week 4 home game was moved to Thursday, Sept. 8.
Friday football games moving to Thursday ahead of impending storms
With storms in the forecast for much of the Baldwin County area Friday night, many football teams are moving their games to Thursday. The Fairhope Pirates' away game at MGM, as well as the Elberta Warriors' home game against LeFlore have been bumped up to Thursday. more
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The Orange Beach Makos won the gold bracket at the Labor Day Classic at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex last weekend. Ensley Keel and Leyni Young were named to the all-tournament team and Amelia Edgeworth was named tournament MVP.
Volleyball roundup: Orange Beach claims Foley Labor Day Classic
On the hardwood, local volleyball teams were busy in tournament action last weekend where the Orange Beach Makos, Daphne Trojans and Bayside Academy Admirals won their brackets. The Gulf Shores … more
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Diners will enjoy an alfresco four course meal prepared by notable local chefs. Each delectable dish will feature a wine pairing from Pinnacle Imports.
Dine alfresco in downtown Foley at the 11th-Annual Chicago Street Supper Club
Four local chefs will join forces to present a delicious dinner in a unique setting Oct. 21. Tickets are now available for the 11th-Annual Chicago Street Supper Club.Diners will enjoy an alfresco … more
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Taste of South Baldwin event funds local scholarships
The Optimist Club of Foley is prepping for their 36th-Annual Taste of South Baldwin event, Sept. 15, at the Foley Civic Center. The fundraising event has aided the Foley Optimist Club in awarding … more
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Baldwin County Commission Chairman Jeb Ball addresses the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Sept. 1. Ball said affordable housing and keeping up with growth are among the challenges facing the county.
Housing, growth among Baldwin's challenges
FOLEY — Baldwin County has managed to deal with changes in one of the fastest growing regions in the United States, but officials are still working on some issues, County Commission Chairman … more
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Orange Beach's Chandler Wilson (31) and Chris Pearson (7) shower Mako head coach Jamey DuBose in celebration of the team's first win in Class 4A Region 1 over Jackson 31-14 Friday night at the Sportsplex.
Football roundup: Orange Beach celebrates first 4A region win
Orange Beach’s Chris Pearson blocked a field goal and returned it 72 yards for a touchdown to help the Makos emphatically earn their first win in Class 4A Region 1 over Jackson 31-14. more
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The Alabama Department of Transportation is moving forward with plans for a new bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway.
ALDOT moves forward with Intracoastal bridge plans
GULF SHORES – Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft said a decision by the Alabama Department of Transportation to go ahead with a new bridge across the Intracoastal Waterway will create another free route to the island and relieve traffic congestion and help accommodate continued growth more
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Graham Uter (50) and the Bayside Academy defense checks with the sideline during the Admirals’ season-opening game against the Elberta Warriors on the road Aug. 19. Bayside Academy is searching for its third straight 3-0 start Friday against St. Michael Catholic.
Threes wild in Bayside Academy’s Week 3 meeting with St. Michael
Threes are wild for the Bayside Academy Admirals entering their Week 3 matchup with the St. Michael Catholic Cardinals at home Friday night. Bayside Academy will be looking for its third win in as … more
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Mary Katherine Gunn, FCCLA president, poses for a portrait recently at Elberta High School.
7 things about Mary Katherine Gunn, FCCLA national president
ELBERTA — For the first time since 1975, the FCCLA national president is an Alabamian, and she hails from right here in Baldwin County.Mary Katherine Gunn, a senior at Elberta High School, was … more
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Orange Beach man charged with reckless murder in Mt. Vernon officer's death
Officials announced today that Tyler Lee Anderson, 31, of Orange Beach  has been  arrested and charged with reckless murder in connection with the death of a Mount Vernon police … more
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Guido's and Cousin Vinny's restaurants in downtown Daphne have been closed under a court order due to failure to pay more than $33,000 in county sales taxes.
Owner of shut-down Daphne restaurants plans to reopen
DAPHNE – The owner of two popular downtown restaurants closed in Daphne for failure to pay sales taxes said he has paid the bill and penalties and interests and hopes to reopen soon. more
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The restaurant on the Fairhope Pier will reopen in 2023 as The Blind Tiger.
Fairhope Pier restaurant to reopen as Blind Tiger
FAIRHOPE – The restaurant on the Fairhope Municipal Pier will reopen in early 2023 as the fifth location of The Blind Tiger, company officials said. more
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