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New Gulf Shores bar/lounge proposed at East 2nd
City staff and the owner of a new bar and lounge in Gulf Shores addressed a resident's concerns about the building under renovation on the corner of East 2nd Street and East 22nd Avenue. A … more
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The Vial of Life program involves placing a red Vial of Life decal on the front door of the residence, ensuring its visibility to first responders. Additionally, a second decal is placed in a Ziploc bag that contains complete medical information, which is then positioned on the refrigerator door for access and viewing.
Baldwin County Council on Aging introduces Vial of Life Program to aid first responders during emergencies
In an effort to enhance emergency medical response and ensure the safety of local residents, the Baldwin County Council on Aging has launched the Vial of Life Program. Residents in Baldwin … more
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You can take a free ride on the Charles Ebert Jr. Express in Heritage Park. The train travels a route around Heritage Park and along the Perry Wilbourne Rose Trail. The route takes about 12 minutes to complete.
Foley Main Street receives 2023 Main Street America accreditation
FOLEY — New murals, bike racks, park enhancements and other projects to foster community relationships downtown have brought national recognition to an agency that works to preserve the city's … more
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Public frustrated at Gulf Shores pedestrian bridge traffic plan
GULF SHORES — Community members lined the walls of the Gulf Shores Activity Center Monday, July 24, as the mood quickly shifted from quiet to contentious during a community update hosted by … more
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Drone shots from West Beach near Little Lagoon on July 20, 2023.
Little Lagoon Preservation Society provides updates to come throughout the year
There are a lot of projects under construction, expansion and renourishment in Gulf Shores, and the Little Lagoon Preservation Society got the scoop on some big topics recently. In addition to … more
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Gulf Shores needs 2 ATVs for beach rescue team, city says
Gulf Shores Fire and Beach Rescue works to protect beachgoers from harm when needed, and getting there fast is critical. Supply chain issues have stalled the process of replacing essential parts for … more
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Members of the Daphne Junior City Council voted to elect three new officers. On July 19, after the votes were tallied, three Daphne High School students emerged as the elected officers. Sunny Blackwood (Middle) assumed the role of Chairperson; Gracie Robinson (Right) became the Vice Chairperson and Daniel Hill (Left) took on the role of Secretary.
Daphne Junior City Council elects new officers to start second year of program
DAPHNE — In Daphne, high school students are commencing their second year of civic engagement. Daphne Junior City Council appointed three new officers to lead the nine-member council, … more
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John Shell, Eagle Scout and rising senior at St. Paul’s Episcopal in Mobile, came up with the Eagle reef project after a boy scout camp out. Reflecting on the experience, Shell stated, “We were fishing off the bank and we weren’t catching any fish. I wasn’t used to this because my dad has a boat and we go out fishing multiple times a year and we usually always catch fish.” Shell believes that everyone should be able to visit the Gulf Coast and enjoy the experience of catching a fish, which was what inspired the creation of this project.
Eagle Scout launches reef project to help clean Gulf waters
POINT CLEAR — When it comes to saving Gulf Coast waters, age is just a number for Eagle Scout John Shell. The 17-year-old's Eagle Reef project is aimed at restoring and revitalizing the … more
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From Arkansas to Gulf Shores: Youth group's impactful service week
At 8 a.m. Thursday, two white passenger vans rolled into the parking lot of Mo's Landing in Gulf Shores. The crew of 20, clad in red T-shirts, unloaded and waited for instructions from the project … more
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A file photo shows the Spanish Fort Post Office before it closed in January 2021.
Spanish Fort continues to fight for return of Post Office
For the past 10 months, Spanish Fort Mayor Mike McMillian has made the same announcement during city council meetings, and July 17 was no different. "Congressman Jerry Carl recently sent out a survey … more
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The greater amberjack season in the Gulf of Mexico opens on Aug. 1 and ends at midnight on Aug. 24.
Gulf reef fish trifecta available in August
Many anglers who venture into the Gulf of Mexico do it just for the wonder of experiencing the open sea, with the probability of hooking some of the many fish species available off the Alabama Gulf … more
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Alabama Extension serving communities through pop-up gardens
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — The Grow More, Give More project — led by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests team — has been impacting Alabamians for … more
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Spanish certificate program helps USA Health providers connect with patients
MOBILE — Amy Hewes, M.D., an OB-GYN at USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital, takes notes as patient Angelina Miranda describes her pain. "How long has the pain been happening?" Hewes … more
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This StoryWalk was made possible through funds received from a Library Services and Technology Act grant and the City of Loxley
Loxley library celebrates new StoryWalk
The Loxley Public Library opened its permanent StoryWalk in Loxley Municipal Park, 4198 Municipal Park Drive, on Friday, June 30. The StoryWalk kickoff consisted of a ribbon cutting, a reading … more
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Miss Eastern Shore: A new chapter in pageantry for Baldwin County
Young women will have the opportunity to step into the spotlight July 29 for a chance to be the first Miss Eastern Shore and Miss Eastern Shore Teen and represent the pageant at the Miss Alabama and … more
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Drone shots from West Beach near Little Lagoon on July 20, 2023.
Beach renourishment to begin in September
GULF SHORES — Beach renourishment in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Gulf State Park will start in September, and $17 million worth of projects to add and enhance the shore, dunes and turtle … more
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Construction to widen Hwy. 59 in Gulf Shores begins Sunday
Construction to widen Highway 59 in Gulf Shores is set to begin this Sunday, July 23, at 6 p.m. This will mark phase one of a multi-phase project to widen the highway, adding a third southbound … more
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Scooter’s Coffee, while based in the Midwest, has been pushing east and rapidly expanding. The nearest locations to Baldwin County now are in Florida: Pensacola, Pace and Gulf Breeze. The brand currently boasts 600 stores across 28 states and commitments to open more of its 664-foot drive-through kiosks
Baldwin County to welcome Scooter's Coffee drive-through
The man whose business is in chicken has branched out to coffee, and now Baldwin County residents will soon have a new quick-service drive-through to add to their morning routine. Local franchise … more
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Baldwin County to build boat launch, park on Bon Secour River
Baldwin County will see the construction of a new boat launch and park on the Bon Secour River thanks to a $4.8 million grant enabled by offshore oil and gas production. The Launch at CR6 sits on 16 … more
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Clotilda survivor Amey Greenwood Phillips’ great, great grandson Marquis Watkins and his research partner Al Guarisco at a cemetery once owned by members of the prominent Greenwood and D’Olive families in what is now Loxley. Amey was owned by members of the Greenwood family.
Baldwin County’s ties to the Clotilda: A native descendant shares his family’s story of Amey Greenwood
The stone on Amey Greenwood Phillips grave is gone, plowed over by progress when businesses cemented the tiny plot on Highway 98 in Daphne. The plantation where she lived and worked as a slave in Loxley is gone, too. Relatives don't even know the name she was given by her parents in Africa before she was stolen from her home, dragged … more
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