Fairhope Fitness Court location debate heats up

The Fitness Court at Al Trione Sports Complex in Daphne is the same size and layout as the Fitness Court being installed in Fairhope.
FAIRHOPE — Residents flooded Fairhope City Council members with letters, emails and phone calls regarding the proposed location of a fitness court, and now council is walking back their initial …
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Orange Beach City Schools to expand prekindergarten amid growth, high demand

As Baldwin County continues to attract more people, education programs across the area will continue to be asked to adapt to meet demand. Prekindergarten units are currently limited to …

Actor Morgan Freeman spotted at The Wharf in Orange Beach

Morgan Freeman, the world-famous actor with one of the most recognizable voices in Hollywood, who spends time in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, was spotted at a bar at The Wharf Monday night. A group of locals …
The new cabins sit at the water’s edge at Lake Shelby at Gulf State Park

Gulf State Park adds new lakeside cabins at Lake Shelby

Hurricane Sally striking the Alabama Gulf Coast four years ago this September may seem like a long time ago, but there are places still rebuilding.A ceremonial ribbon-cutting was held on Monday, …

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Obituaries
WILKIE DELANO TEDDER Born: June 22, 1940 Died: April 3, 2024 Wilkie Delano Tedder was born in Brewton, Alabama to James William Tedder and Mary Ann Herrington Tedder. He graduated from …
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Leobardo “Leo” Dionisio Ramos, Jr. He was a man with a generous spirit, a big heart, a mischievous smile, and zest for life. Leo, you made us …
Jackie Nell Osborn McLeod, 83, a resident of Bon Secour, Alabama, passed away on Fri., Apr. 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Jackie was a graduate of Collinsville High School and …

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Head softball coach of the Bucknell Bison, Sarah (Sigrest) Caffrey, recently collected her 50th career coaching victory after a doubleheader split against Colgate on Monday, April 15. A graduate of Daphne High School in 2008, many of her pitching marks from her time as a Trojan pitcher still stand in the Alabama High School Athletic Association’s record book.
Daphne hall of famer (Sigrest) Caffrey collects 50th career win as head softball coach of Bucknell Bison
The Spanish Fort Toros and Bayshore Christian Eagles recently secured second consecutive area championships last weekend and will enter the state playoffs as No. 1 seeds. Spanish Fort took down McGill-Toolen to take Class 6A Area 2 and Bayshore Christian beat St. Luke’s Episcopal to stake claim to Class 2A Area 1.
Spanish Fort, Gulf Shores, Bayside Academy, Bayshore Christian enter AHSAA baseball playoffs as area champions: see full pairings
Snook Christian’s Samantha Uteg competes during the second day of AISA state championship action at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex on Friday, April 12. Uteg finished 11th in the 3200-meter run and added a 13th-place finish in the 1600-meter run.
AISA state track championship takes over Gulf Shores Sportsplex
Chris Laatsch was approved by the Orange Beach Board of Education as the next head boys’ basketball coach of the Makos on Thursday, April 11. Laatsch brings 30 years of experience as a coach with 496 career wins to an Orange Beach squad preparing for its fifth varsity campaign.
Former Spain Park coach Laatsch selected as Orange Beach’s new boys’ basketball leader
The Bayside Academy Admirals warm up for non-area action against the Gulf Shores Dolphins at Blue Wahoos Stadium in Pensacola, Florida, Thursday night. The top-ranked Baldwin County squads became the first high school baseball teams from Alabama to play at the home of the Double-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins.
Bayside Academy, Gulf Shores become first Alabamian baseball teams to play at Blue Wahoos Stadium in Pensacola, Florida

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Exploring the evolution of Little Lagoon Pass

Join the Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) for an enlightening discussion on the evolution of Little Lagoon Pass. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 18, at the Gulf Shores Activity …

Community Lunch and Learns on non-surgical arthritis relief happening in Orange Beach, Spanish Fort

Arthritis, a prevalent condition affecting more than one-third of Americans, will be the focal point of informative sessions led by Dr. Keith Spain, a fellowship-trained non-surgical sports medicine …
Off-duty lifeguard Matt Palamara, alongside the support of a group of local Boy Scouts, receives a Life Saving Award from Gulf Shores City Council on April 8

Gulf Shores presents off-duty lifeguard Life Saving Award

Gulf Shores City Council, alongside members of the Fire and Beach Rescue teams, awarded Matt Palamara a Life Saving Award at its April 8 meeting to acknowledge his recent efforts as an off-duty …
Dolphin senior Isaiah Hammac receives his state championship ring during Wednesday’s ceremony at Gulf Shores High School. Hammac and the football team were recognized alongside the student trainers, cheerleaders, videographers and coaches.

The story told by Gulf Shores football’s first Alabama Class 5A state championship ring

“Undefeated state champions,” has a nice ring to it. The diamonds are an added touch. Gulf Shores’ first-ever state championship football team, as well as the student training …

PHOTOS: Gulf State Park hosts Total Solar Eclipse 2024 viewing party

While Baldwin County was not in the path of totality when the moon passed exactly in between Earth and the sun on Monday, April 8, the clouds cleared just enough for most people looking up (with …

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The Onlooker - Central/North Baldwin
The Wesleyan Church property is one property the town is considering developing. The property is close to where the Magnolia Springs Town Hall sits at currently.

Magnolia Springs to revitalize comprehensive plan with resident input

Tanger Outlets to host Earth Day tree planting event

RHS NJROTC cadet Wheeles impresses at Junior Olympic Rifle Championship

Foley is working on plans for improvements along major routes through the city as part of a plan to increase safety for traffic moving through South Baldwin County.

Driving forward: Foley devising traffic safety plan for South Baldwin

Foley residents and Barin Field Navy personnel attend an event at the community’s USO Club on Aug. 22, 1944. The building is now the Gift Horse Restaurant.

Foley seeks WWII memorabilia for Heritage City exhibit

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100-year-old landmark to be removed in Malbis

Daphne High School

City of Daphne donates land for Daphne High School expansion project

The Rowan Oak development's request for pre-zoning of the 134.41 acres and annexation into the city of Daphne was approved.

Proposed Rowan Oak development in Daphne gets pre-zoning approval

The estimated cost for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project currently stands between $2.8 to $3.5 billion, reflecting significant increases in construction, material and labor prices since 2020. ALDOT, alongside the Eastern Shore MPO and the Mobile MPO, announced a decision to embark on a 60-day review period to explore cost-saving alternatives for the construction.

ALDOT, Eastern Shore and Mobile MPOs launch review of cost-saving options for Mobile River Bridge & Bayway

Fairhope receives $3 million in federal funding for H. L. Sonny Callahan Airport

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U.S. greenhouse gas emissions rise in 2022, EPA report shows

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled its latest annual "Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks" ("GHG Inventory") on April 11 according to a news release. This …

AHFA's First Step program: Affordable homeownership opportunities for Alabama

Alabama households with modest incomes are set to benefit from new below-market mortgage interest rates through the Alabama Housing Finance Authority's (AHFA) First Step Mortgage Revenue Bond program …

Uniting agencies for disaster relief: Baldwin County VOAD meeting this week

Baldwin County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) will meet on Thursday, April 18, at 10 a.m. The meeting will take place at the Baldwin County Emergency Operations Center, located at …

Alabama doctors unveil 'Your Care is at Our Core' campaign, emphasizing personal connection in healthcare

Alabama doctors are emphasizing the pivotal role of a strong doctor-patient relationship in delivering optimal healthcare. This message is at the forefront of a new awareness campaign launched by the …

Baldwin Connect Expo bridges students to career opportunities

The third annual Baldwin Connect College and Career Expo, a joint effort between the Baldwin County Chambers of Commerce and Baldwin County Public Schools, took place on March 20 at the Baldwin …

Spend an evening listening to European virtuosos in Point Clear

Two European virtuosos are set to delight eardrums in the beautiful St. Francis at the Point Anglican Church in Point Clear April 14. Polish-American violinist Marta Szlubowska will team up with …
The Perdido River on the Alabama Gulf Coast provides multiple outdoor recreational opportunities.

Mobile's EcoWild Expo celebrates Alabama's outdoors

Alabama is blessed with many natural wonders and diverse ecosystems that provide abundant opportunities for Alabamians and visitors alike to enjoy. A group of folks in south Alabama wants to make …

Baldwin County's 2024 Teachers of the Year

Baldwin County Public Schools recently celebrated its 2024 Teachers of the Year. Every year, each school in the district selects a Teacher of the Year to represent them. From those winners, a panel …

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National and State Data Trends
Medical Technology Schools analyzed studies and news reports to illustrate why experts are raising alarms about the unsustainable use of medical plastics.
Guava Health explores the lesser-known brain-boosting advantages of two vital electrolytes: potassium and magnesium, and how they actively contribute to cognitive health.

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Gulf Shores’ Connor Gehr settles in with a base hit during the Dolphins’ Opening Day matchup against the McGill-Toolen Yellow Jackets at Spanish Fort High School on Feb. 17, 2023. McGill-Toolen is set to host an inaugural all-star baseball game on May 9 featuring top senior players from Mobile and Baldwin Counties hosted by the Mobile MOBSTERS.

Mobile-Baldwin all-star baseball game, Senior Showdown, set for May 9 at McGill-Toolen

MOBILE — Crosstown bragging rights will be on the line as top senior baseball players from Mobile and Baldwin Counties will clash at McGill-Toolen Catholic on May 9 in the inaugural Senior …

AHSAA Legislative Council ratifies 15 of 33 legislative proposals submitted by member schools

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama High School Athletic Association Legislative Council approved nearly half of the legislative by-laws submitted by member schools at its annual spring meeting held at …
Alvin Briggs meets with Foley head football coach Deric Scott before the Lions’ Class 7A Region 1 contest against the Fairhope Pirates on Oct. 5, 2023, on Smith-Pigott Field at Ivan Jones Stadium. Briggs started his AHSAA tenure as Director of the Alabama High School Athletic Directors & Coaches Association (AHSADCA) and Associate Executive Director prior to becoming executive director when Steve Savarese stepped down in 2021.

AHSAA Executive Director Briggs announces plan to retire on Sept. 2 during April’s Central Board of Control meeting

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama High School Athletic Association will have a new executive director this fall after Alvin Briggs informed the AHSAA Central Board of Control during Wednesday’s …

Watkins’ record-breaking performance for Fairhope in return from injury secures Seacrest Furniture Athlete of the Week

While Fairhope junior Ty Watkins ran his way to Seacrest Furniture Athlete of the Week honors with three records in three meets, it wasn’t long ago he was recovering from ACL surgery.

Foley Sports Tourism reports more spending in, visits to Foley in '23 than '22

FOLEY — As Baldwin County continues to grow, sports tourism continues to bring money and economic impact to Foley. Foley Sports Tourism, a department of the city, recently provided Gulf …
Dolphin running back Kolin Wilson escapes into the open field for a touchdown during the Class 5A state semifinal contest between Gulf Shores and the Charles Henderson Trojans on Nov. 17, 2023, at the Gulf Shores Sportsplex. Wilson logged 33 touchdowns to help the Dolphins claim their first-ever state championship with an undefeated season. After a Sunday commitment, Wilson is set to take his talents to the Big 12 and play for the Cincinnati Bearcats.

Gulf Shores state champion running back Wilson commits to Cincinnati

Another member of the first-ever state championship football team at Gulf Shores High School is heading to play college football after junior running back Kolin Wilson committed to Cincinnati on …

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