ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), a non-profit public benefit organization, is extending an invitation to local families to explore the experience of hosting a foreign exchange …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/2/24
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The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), a federally funded initiative administered by the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ Farmers Market Authority Section, is set …
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GCM Staff Report
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2/1/24
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The IRS has released a comprehensive checklist, equipping taxpayers with essential guidance as they gear up to file their 2023 tax returns during the current filing season. These straightforward tips …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/31/24
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The recent cold wave sweeping through Alabama has resulted in a surge in electricity usage, leading to higher bills for numerous Alabama Power customers. In response to the challenges faced by its …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/31/24
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State Treasurer Young Boozer has declared Feb. 1 as National Unclaimed Property Day in a news release today.
National Unclaimed Property Day is set to shed light on the prevalence of …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/31/24
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Dollar General has announced the completion of a recent remodel of its store located at 224 Gulf Shores Parkway in Gulf Shores. The remodeled store now features a produce section, expanding its …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/31/24
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The Bay Minette Public Library is currently offering an abundance of free carts brimming with a diverse array of materials, almost entirely occupied with music, audiobooks, hardcover fiction and …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/30/24
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Do you have cans of vegetables in your pantry that have been sitting longer than you'd like to admit? Angela Treadaway, a regional agent for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, provides …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 1/29/24 |
In a noteworthy shift, recent research indicates that the overall contribution of older workers to the labor force is on the rise, reaching approximately 11 million individuals. Over the last four …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/26/24
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On Jan. 12, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) officially announced that the IRS Free File Guided Tax Software service is now available for taxpayers ahead of the upcoming tax season.
In its …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/23/24
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For the first time in more than a decade, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released new hardiness zone maps. These new changes bring a new level of climate accuracy, allowing people …
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By Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
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1/18/24
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As national mortgage rates dip, local home sale prices continue to rise.
According to Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) statistics, Baldwin County listings saw continued …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/12/24
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Amid a rising numbers of animals being brought to shelters nationwide and locally, Barbara Uttaro found a sense of purpose in opening her home to furry companions.
Initially motivated by a …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/11/24 |
For many people, the start of a new year is an opportunity to revamp their routine and make game-changing resolutions. That’s why industry experts are offering smart shopping tips that will …
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By StatePoint
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1/3/24
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Gifting animals during the holidays can make the season brighter, but the Baldwin County Humane Society wants to ensure these animals are not just seen as gifts but rather a lifelong commitment.
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/27/23 |
FAIRHOPE — When it comes to sharing comfort and kindness, age is just a number for 12-year-old Emory Whitehead.
Before her birthday on Oct. 26, Whitehead said she wanted to bring presents …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/26/23 |
Deck the halls with boughs of holly — and pinecones, cotton bolls and magnolia seed pods. Backyard greenery can be combined to create beautiful holiday decorations. Trees, shrubs, plants and …
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Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/20/23 |
The U.S. Department of Energy reports that low-income households face an energy burden – the portion of income spent on home energy costs – three times higher than other households, …
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By StatePoint
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12/20/23
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Calling all beekeepers! Registration for the 29th-annual Alabama Beekeeping Symposium is now open.
The symposium is set for Feb. 3, 2024. The Alabama Cooperative …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/19/23 |
Need a helping hand in the kitchen during the busy holiday season? Slow cookers are your go-to gadgets to get you through the season of eating.
Alice Moore, an Alabama Cooperative Extension …
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Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/18/23 |