Jubilee Renaissance Faire held in Baldwin County
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama — The first Jubilee Renaissance Faire was held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 21-22 at Medieval Village, 30510 Osprey Lane, located north of the Wilcox Road exit of Interstate …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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11/30/20
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LOXLEY — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue visited damaged areas affected by Hurricane Sally Monday afternoon before participating in a round-table discussion with local farmers and …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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9/28/20
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Hurricane Sally blew through Baldwin County last week, causing extensive damage and widespread power outages.
Here are some scenes from around central and north Baldwin County.
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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9/24/20
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Council approves change in retirement benefits for employees
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SILVERHILL, Alabama — Following in the footsteps of both Robertsdale and Loxley, the Silverhill Town Council voted during its regular meeting Monday, Aug. 3 to approve a change in its benefits …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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8/14/20
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First day of school at Robertsdale Elementary
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama -- Parents, students, teachers and faculty were all smiles, albeit behind masks, for the first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at Robertsdale Elementary …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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8/14/20
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All About Alpacas at Humming Star Farms in Silverhill
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SILVERHILL — It was all about alpacas Saturday, March 14 at Humming Star Alpaca Farm in Silverhill.
Owners Andy and Cheryl Bowen, among others were on hand teaching about alpacas, their care, …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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3/16/20
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Moderate turnout for Robertsdale Rotary Rodeo over weekend
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama — The 21st Annual PCA Championship Rodeo, presented by RAM, a benefit for the Robertsdale Rotary Club Foundation, proceeded as planned on Friday and Saturday, March 13-14 amid …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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3/16/20
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Lighthouse Academy hosts grand opening in Bay Minette
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BAY MINETTE, Alabama -- The Lighthouse Academy of Excellence & Education held a ribbon cutting and open house at its newest location at 1829 S. U.S. 31, Bay Minette on Friday, March 13.
The …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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3/16/20
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Laissez les bon temps rouler!
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ROSINTON, Alabama -- The Krewe of the Baby Armadillos took to the track at Rosinton School on Friday, Feb. 21 to celebrate the upcoming Mardi Gras holiday.
Schools in Baldwin County …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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2/26/20
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Christmas time is here!
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SUMMERDALE, Alabama -- Folks in Central Baldwin are ready for Christmas as the last of the season’s holiday festivities rolled through the streets on Saturday, Dec. 14.
The town of Summerdale …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/20/19
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Robertsdale hosts parade
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama — The city of Robertsdale hosted its annual Christmas parade and Christmas in the Park Saturday night, Dec. 7.
After last year’s parade was cancelled because of severe …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/11/19
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Spreading Christmas cheer
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BAY MINETTE, Alabama — Residents at the William F. Green Veterans Home in Bay Minette were feeling a little more cheerful on Saturday, Dec. 7 thanks to a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Members …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/11/19
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Here comes Santa
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SILVERHILL, Alabama -- The town of Silverhill kicked off the Christmas festivities in Central Baldwin on Friday, Dec. 6 with a parade and open house.
While there was a threat of rain earlier in …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/11/19
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Paws and Claus
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SUMMERDALE, Alabama -- The Baldwin County Animal Shelter hosted a Paws and Claus event Saturday, Dec. 7.
The event included a rabies clinic, bounce house, hot chocolate, coffee and cookies and a …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/10/19
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Crowds brave rain for Family Farm Day in Silverhill
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SILVERHILL, Alabama — Crowds braved the rain on Saturday, Nov. 23 for the 9th Annual Family Farm Day at Humming Star Alpacas in Silverhill.
Owners Cheryl and Andy Bowen welcomed guests who were …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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12/3/19
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Renaissance Faire & Pirate Festival
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama -- The Mobile Renaissance Faire & Pirate Festival was held Nov. 16-17 at Medieval Village, 30510 Osprey Lane, located north of the Wilcox Road exit of Interstate 10, …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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11/19/19
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Robertsdale seniors honor veterans
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama — Robertsdale seniors honored veterans with a program on Thursday, Nov. 7, presented by American Legion Post 99 of Foley and Alabama Hospice Care at the PZK Hall in …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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11/11/19
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Loxley churches host Trunk or Treat
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LOXLEY, Alabama — Crowds braved the cold weather on Thursday night for a Trunk or Treat hosted by area churches at Loxley Municipal Park.
The event was hosted last year by the Loxley Church of …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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11/4/19
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Library hosts Halloween celebration
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ROBERTSDALE, Alabama -- It was a carnival atmosphere on Tuesday, Oct. 22 when the Robertsdale Public Library hosted its annual Halloween Fun Night, complete with a stilt-walker, balloon animals and …
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By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com
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10/28/19
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Elberta High School shows Homecoming spirit
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ELBERTA - Elberta came out and showed some Homecoming spirit on Thur., Oct. 17 when the large parade rolled through the streets of town. Over 35 entries signed up to participate in the parade, coming …
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By Jessica Vaughn
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10/28/19
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