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Though not completely finished with renovations, Bayfront Park in Daphne reopened to the public on Friday, January 5, 2024.
Daphne’s revamped Bayfront Park reopens
After a year of construction, the first phase of improvements at Bayfront Park in Daphne wrapped up and reopened to the public Friday, Jan. 5. The City of Daphne started the project to improve … more
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Fairhope's Theatre 98 opens the new year with "Steel Magnolias"
As the curtain rises on a new year, Fairhope-based Theatre 98 prepares for their first show of the season with "Steel Magnolias," which inspired the 1989 film of the same name starring Sally Field, … more
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The 2023 court (pictured above). Tickets to the pageant are $15 and can be purchased from any pageant participant, and will be livestreamed through a link that will be posted on the program's Instagram and Facebook pages.
Dogwood Trail pageant and scholarship program celebrates 64th year on Eastern Shore
The annual Dogwood Trail pageant and scholarship program is gearing up to celebrate its 64th year at the Fairhope Civic Center on Jan. 13. This year, 44 participants will compete for one of the … more
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Ben’s Jr. Bar-B-Que has reopened after a five year renovation under new ownership.
Ben’s Jr. Bar-B-Que sells out 1st day reopen in Fairhope
FAIRHOPE — No fanfare, balloons or a grand opening celebration was needed to sell out Ben’s Jr. Bar-B-Que’s opening day. After a five-year wait , Ben's customers witnessed the … more
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Several bridges have been built along The Eastern Shore Trail over the years to keep walkers safe from traffic.
Grant goes toward Eastern Shore Trail, pedestrian bridge in Point Clear
A free-standing pedestrian bridge will be constructed on the Eastern Shore Trail near the Grant Hotel in Point Clear and is expected to finish in 2025.  Baldwin County Commission was … more
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The Chipotle Mexican Grill in Daphne will open to the public Friday, Jan. 5.
Daphne’s Chipotle opens Jan. 5
The wait is over. The Chipotle Mexican Grill in Daphne will open to the public Friday, Jan. 5. The Daphne location makes the second Chipotle Mexican Grill to open in Baldwin County. The … more
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In November, developers broke ground in Gulf Shores on the much-anticipated Embassy Suites.
Gulf Coast Media's Year in Review 2023: Tourism and workforce development
Baldwin County would not be what it is without its tourism and hospitality industry, and this sector was anything but stagnant this year. From infrastructure and amenities to economic impact, here … more
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Emory Whitehead with the gifts she purchased with her birthday money to deliver to patients at Thomas Hospital.
12-year-old Fairhope girl donates gifts to patients at Thomas Hospital, uses birthday money to spread joy
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 … more
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Gulf Shores High School Horticulture and Environmental Management teacher Will Tuggle hands off small potted trees to students that will be planted.
Gulf Coast Media's 2023 Year-in review: In education, 3 school systems adjust to growth, plan for the future
This year has proven to be quite the year for schools across Baldwin County, as the opening of the highly anticipated Baldwin Preparatory Academy draws near, Baldwin County throws its hat in the ring … more
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Fairhope's iconic clock stopped working and one resident, Luis Valencia, volunteered to get it back on time.
Gulf Coast Media's Year in Review 2023: Daphne, Fairhope and Spanish Fort officials tackle book debates, infrastructure needs, water shortages
The growth of Baldwin County and its strain on infrastructure are not novel issues. Local officials have been tackling them for years. However, 2023 brought new issues and resolutions, especially on … more
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Spanish Fort and Daphne high school athletes will enter next year with new turf fields and tracks.
2 Eastern Shore high school fields to be renovated with turf
Spanish Fort and Daphne high school athletes will enter next year with new turf fields and tracks. Sports Turf Company, a specialty sports construction and surfacing company, recently announced … more
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Kenny King Charities hosted its 10th-annual Christmas Shop-A-Thon at the Daphne Target on Friday, Dec. 22, where 26 elementary and middle school students received a free shopping spree with their favorite Trojan football player.
Kenny King Charities hosts 10th-annual Christmas Shop-A-Thon at Daphne Target
DAPHNE — Kenny King Charities hosted its 10th-annual Christmas Shop-A-Thon at the Daphne Target where 26 elementary and middle school students received a free shopping spree with their favorite … more
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Baldwin County’s second Chipotle Mexican Grill location is set to open in a few weeks. An exact opening date should be announced after Christmas.
Chipotle's grand opening in Daphne imminent
DAPHNE — The wait is nearly over. Chipotle fans who have driven by the Daphne location on 914 Van Ave. may have noticed the sign has been mounted to the building, and the interior appears … more
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Spanish Fort senior Cole McConathy sealed his National Letter of Intent during a ceremony at Ed’s Seafood Shed on Wednesday, Dec. 20, as the early football signing period opened. McConathy is set to take his talents to South Beach and play for the Miami Hurricanes.
Alabama sack leader McConathy from Spanish Fort signs to play for NFL Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, Miami Hurricanes
SPANISH FORT — The all-time sack leader of the Alabama High School Athletic Association is teaming up with the 2006 Associated Press NFL Defensive Player of the Year at the University of Miami. … more
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On the morning of Dec. 16, the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office responded to Congregation Mayim Chayim in Daphne in reference to a bomb threat that was ultimately determined to be a hoax.
Bomb threat at Mayim Chayim in Daphne a hoax, officials say
On the morning of Dec. 16, the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office responded to Congregation Mayim Chayim in Daphne in reference to a bomb threat that was ultimately determined to be a hoax. … more
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According to documents included in the meeting agenda packet, Lot 5 and Lot 3 include large sections of wetland areas, and Fish River and Turkey Branch flow through Lot 3.
City of Daphne accepts 258-acre donation from 68 Ventures
Daphne City Council approved the acceptance of a 258-acre donation from 68 Ventures on Monday, Dec. 4. The 258.42 acres of undeveloped residential land are situated on the south side of U.S. 90 … more
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One of the new bathhouses at Oak Mountain State Park will have an adjacent meeting pavilion with overhead doors.
Alabama State Parks open for business during renovations
The Alabama State Parks Division is currently undergoing various exciting facility renovations. However, State Parks Director Greg Lein wants everyone to know that Alabama’s 21 State Parks are … more
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A new road, Lavender Lane, will provide residents and visitors access to businesses such as Chick-fil-A and Target. Lavender Lane will route drivers behind Chick-fil-A, and a new traffic signal will be installed in front of the Daphne Police Headquarters. The project will also eliminate left-hand turns from Chick-fil-A onto U.S. 98.
New road in Daphne will improve access to U.S. 98 businesses
Daphne City Council recently awarded the bid for a road project connecting County Road 64 to U.S. 98. A new road, Lavender Lane, will provide residents and visitors access to businesses such as … more
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Pediatrician Michael Strickland, M.D., is accepting new patients at USA Health offices in Fairhope and Mobile.
USA Health Pediatrics expands with the addition of Michael Strickland, M.D.
USA Health Pediatrics is expanding its medical practices in Mobile and Baldwin counties with the addition of Michael Strickland, M.D., a board-certified pediatrician with more than two decades of … more
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The County Road 13 and Twin Beech roundabout opened Wednesday, Dec. 13. Not only does the roundabout replace a four-way stop but it provides cross walks and sidewalk connectivity.
County Road 13 roundabout project comes full circle in Baldwin County
After 11 months and a cost of $2.4 million, the County Road 13 and Twin Beech Road roundabout is complete and open to traffic. To celebrate its opening, Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan, District … more
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