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Navigating the podcast seas: Gulf Coast Media staff tips for finding your perfect listen just in time for the holiday travel season
The holiday season is here, and for some that means traveling to see friends and family. For others, it may mean prepping for an influx of houseguests. When hitting the road or tackling household … more
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Throughout her two-year battle with cancer, Caroline Berry went through a year of IV chemotherapy, oral chemotherapies, 20 fractions of radiation to multiple sites in her body, cyberknife radiation to the brain, brain radiation therapy and six surgeries. Despite the challenges, the young girl stood strong, fighting for not only herself, but for other children who experienced childhood cancer.
A legacy of love, bravery and advocacy
SPANISH FORT — On Thanksgiving Day 2018, Caroline Berry left this earth, leaving behind her love, kindness, bravery and her desire to bring awareness to childhood cancer. At the age of 14, … more
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Spanish Fort City Council approves infrastructure projects
Spanish Fort City Council recently approved two infrastructure projects. The projects, which will address repaving and lighting, were approved during the Nov. 6 regular city council meeting. … more
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Daphne City Council votes for salary increases
Daphne City Council members and the city's mayor will see a salary increase after the 2025 election. During a council meeting Nov. 6, members unanimously voted in favor of raising the salaries for … more
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Construction crews work on construction at Bayfront Park in Daphne. The project is one of the improvements discussed during the "State of the Cities" program conducted by the Eastern Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 18.
Daphne's Bayfront Park likely to reopen by Christmas
Enhancements to Daphne's Bayfront Park are nearing completion. Daphne City Development Executive Director Troy Strunk gave the mayor and council an update on the project during the Nov. 6 … more
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Spanish Fort to vote on allowing tattoo facilities in city
Spanish Fort could soon allow tattoo facilities. Spanish Fort City Council will hold a public hearing Monday, Nov. 20, on several resolutions and ordinances including one that would allow tattoo … more
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Ben’s Jr. Bar-B-Q closed in November 2018 but will soon reopen after five years of renovations with new owners.
Fairhope’s beloved Ben’s Jr. Bar-B-Q nears reopening after 5-year closure
Construction is mostly complete. Hiring has begun. The smoker is ready. Fairhope's iconic Ben's Jr. Bar-B-Q will soon reopen. After 35 years, the doors closed in 2018 due to the retirement of owners … more
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Claudia and Tomas Catar celebrate their second straight Father/Daughter National Championship to claim the No. 1 ranking in the United States Tennis Association’s rankings at the Clay Court Championships in Wellington, Florida on Sunday, Nov. 5. The Catars won their first Gold Ball at the grass court championships in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts in August.
Tomas, Claudia Catar from Fairhope win USTA Father/Daughter Clay Court National Championship
FAIRHOPE — Tomas Catar and his daughter Claudia won the United States Tennis Association’s National Father/Daughter Clay Court Championship in Wellington, Florida and will become the No. … more
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Fairhope officials: 7,500 gallons of sewage drain into Mobile Bay
Residents of Fairhope are encouraged to use caution after an estimated 7,500 of sewage drained into Mobile Bay at Pier Avenue and South Mobile Street. A press release from the city on Monday, … more
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On Saturday, Nov. 11, the park invites the public to explore this area’s rich military heritage through discovery of Alabama’s largest Civil War battlefield.
Blakeley to host full day of activities to commemorate Veteran's Day
Historic Blakeley State Park will commemorate Veteran's Day with a day full of special educational activities. On Saturday, Nov. 11, the park invites the public to explore this area's rich military … more
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Coastal Pharmacy announces opening of new location
FAIRHOPE — Coastal Pharmacy will open their doors to the public on Monday, Nov. 6, at 9 a.m. at their new at 1960 Greeno Road in Fairhope next to Chicken Salad Chick. The pharmacy will offer … more
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A path winds through The Triangle property in Fairhope.
Fairhope invests in Triangle Park with sidewalks and new park ranger position
Fairhope City Council has been busy approving new projects as the 2023-2024 fiscal year is in full swing. During the Oct. 24 regular city council meeting, council approved several infrastructure … more
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New speed limits coming soon to downtown Fairhope
Fairhope residents and visitors will need to adjust their speed while driving through downtown. Fairhope City Council worked its way through another lengthy agenda Monday, Oct. 23. One item of … more
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FHS 100 exhibit located at the Fairhope Museum of History. The exhibit, which features multiple pieces of the school throughout the last century, is located in the upstairs area of the museum.
100 years of being a Fairhope Pirate
FAIRHOPE — Fairhope High School has been a beacon of education in the city for 100 years, touching the lives of numerous generations. The first actual school in Fairhope opened in 1896 in … more
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Maddi Heath, 12th grader Spanish Fort High School, was crowned winner of the Miss Jubilee pageant in Mobile on Oct. 28.
Spanish Fort student wins Miss Jubilee pageant
Maddi Heath, a 12th-grader at Spanish Fort High School, was crowned winner of the Miss Jubilee pageant in Mobile on Oct. 28. Heath, who was previously crowned Miss Spanish Fort High School on Oct. … more
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Baldwin Bone & Joint partners with BCPS and City Hope Church for 20th-annual Many More Miles shoe drive
DAPHNE — Local school-age kids, runners and exercise enthusiasts may have put a lot of miles on old running shoes and shoes for all purposes, but when they are donated to the "Many More Miles" … more
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Mary Riser sits for a portrait at the Fairhope Film Festival headquarters office in downtown Fairhope. She is planning more events and some new additions to the festival this year to adapt to post-pandemic viewership trends
Fairhope Film Festival returns, adapts
Mary Riser is a self-described movie buff who enjoys sharing her passion with the community. Sharing her passion has evolved over the years. It began with a film series of 24 movies a year, 12 in the … more
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The site plan renderings pictured were from the original Fairhope Planning Commission presentation in March 2022.
Fairhope Starbucks project gets one-year extension
Fairhope Starbucks fans need to be patient for a while longer. Back in March 2022, plans for a Starbucks Coffee with a dual drive-thru were brought before the Fairhope Planning Commission. The … more
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Rotary Youth Club earns grant to expand afterschool reading program
Nearly 100 boys and girls pour in the doors of Fairhope's Rotary Youth Club each afternoon, many with a singular focus: improving their reading skills. Literacy has become a primary goal of the club … more
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The next Baldwin County Board of Education meeting will be on Nov. 16 at 5:30 p.m. and is open to the public.
2024-25 school calendar approved at Baldwin County Board of Education meeting
Next year's Baldwin County Public Schools calendar was approved at the school board's monthly meeting that also saw approval for renovations to City of Bay Minette soccer fields, art lessons for … more
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