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East Coast transplants rejoice because Wawa’s first Alabama store will open to the public April 25, at 8 a.m. Wawa got its start in 1803 as an iron foundry in New Jersey. In 1902, owner George … more
The Baldwin County Highway Department has announced immediate restrictions on the weight limit for the Scenic 98 bridge adjacent to the Grand Hotel Resort & Spa, limiting it to 20 tons. This … more
In its latest ranking, WorldAtlas has recognized Fairhope as one of the top destinations to reside in the Southern United States for 2024. According to the ranking by WorldAtlas, the guide … more
Fairhope residents and developers building outside of Fairhope city limits will now have to annex the property into the city to connect to the Fairhope water system. In August 2023, during a period … more
Fairhope's Magnolia Beach has suffered repeated beach erosion over the past 20 years, but a long-awaited shoreline restoration project could keep the sand in place. The Fairhope City Council … more
Fairhope City Clerk Lisa Hanks has been appointed to the Board of Trustees for the Alabama Association of Municipal Clerks and Administrators (AAMCA), the City of Fairhope announced. Hanks' … more
Each year, the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival Foundation selects a local artist to create a work of art that represents the festival theme. The 2024 featured artist is Elisabeth Hays. Hays was … more
Downtown Fairhope is a picturesque town full of shops, restaurants and art galleries but for one weekend in March, it transforms into one of the largest art festivals in the region. The 72nd Annual … more
Fairhope residents will notice an increase in their water and sewer rates effective April 1. The Fairhope City Council approved the increase in water and sewer rates during the Monday, Feb. 26 city … more
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is investigating a gastrointestinal outbreak at Fairhope West Elementary School, according an official statement issued on Feb. 28. Per the release, … more
Baldwin County Board of Education members gathered on Feb. 22 for their monthly board meeting of the new year, approving all agenda items including a dual enrollment credit program with Auburn … more
FAIRHOPE—After planting their seed in Fairhope 37 years ago, Linda and Cecil Christenberry have sprouted a new adventure called retirement. After living across the state, the … more
Parks and recreation are getting a boost in Spanish Fort. The Spanish Fort City Council awarded a bid for phase two at Integrity Park and awarded a bid for master planning of the proposed Honor … more
Visitors to the Fairhope Public Library will soon see construction begin on a much-awaited renovation. The Friends of Fairhope Public Library’s capital campaign reached its goal, and the … more
For Baldwin and Mobile commuters accustomed to the convenience of the Bankhead Tunnel, the past week brought unexpected detours and delays as the landmark tunnel underwent vital upgrades. Forced to … more
Fairhope High School track and field team members, coaches, city and school officials celebrated the completion of the Track and Field Complex at Founders Park with a ribbon cutting and first lap on … more
In response to the impacts of Hurricanes Sally and Zeta in 2020, a state agency has awarded a subgrant to Baldwin County, and the county is currently seeking a vendor to conduct assessments of areas … more
To celebrate and honor Baldwin County residents, the Baldwin County Historical Society is set to install a second slab at Blakely Historic Park and is currently seeking names to engrave on this … more
Blaze a trail with your children for a worthy cause. Make-A-Wish Alabama's Trailblaze Challenge Junior is back for its third year. The 2.63-mile, one-day event will take hikers through Blakeley … more
The Bankhead Tunnel will undergo closure starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 19, 2024, until Friday afternoon, February 23, 2024, to facilitate the ongoing installation of a new generator and … more
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