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Over 15 women gathered inside Central Perk Cafe in Summerdale to talk about life, tell jokes and enjoy each other's company on March 28.
Building bonds over coffee; New Baldwin County women's group grows to 2,500 members in one year
SUMMERDALE — In a dimly lit Summerdale coffee shop, women fill the room with laughter and talks of life. One might think they are lifelong friends, but it was only a few months ago when their … more
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A group gathers at Foley’s 1909 Railroad Depot for a walking tour. The 2024 tours will begin April 6 and continue each Saturday throughout the month.
Step back in time: Foley's historic walking tours offer a glimpse into local history
More than a century of local history will be showcased this April as Foley hosts walking tours of its downtown historic district. Foley is among over 20 Alabama communities set to conduct these … more
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Tara McMeans, winner of the 20th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival post contest, didn't have to look far for her inspiration. Sunflowers in her yard are featured in the artwork.
Tara McMeans wins 6th Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival poster contest in 8 years
The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce announced Tara McMeans as the winner of the 20th-annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival poster contest last week. It would not be shocking if McMeans' name … more
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Foley Main Street seeks artist to cruise creativity into downtown bike rack sculptures
FOLEY — Foley Main Street is looking for an artist to design, fabricate, deliver and install sculptural bicycle racks around Downtown Foley. According to Foley Main Street Executive … more
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Work continues to extend East Jessamine Avenue between North Chicago Street and North Cypress Street.
Foley to extend Jessamine Avenue
Efforts are underway to extend East Jessamine Avenue in Foley, aiming to improve vehicle and pedestrian access from the City Hall complex to Heritage Park and beyond. City crews are  … more
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Members of the Magnolia Springs Town Council, and Mayor Ross Houser in the middle, meet on March 26, where they voted to table a decision on the Magnolia Springs Public Library. Currently, the library is temporarily closed. The decision on if the library is to remain closed is now scheduled to be decided at the April 23 town council meeting.
Magnolia Springs Public Library closure vote delayed
The fate of the Magnolia Spring Public Library still hangs in the balance as a vote on the resolution to dissolve its board and close the library has been tabled until April. Originally … more
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Philomene Holmes Boulevard will be improved to provide better access through the Graham Creek Nature Preserve in Foley. The road is about 1.4 miles long.
Foley approves project to enhance Philomene Holmes Boulevard, improve access to Graham Creek Nature Preserve
At its recent meeting, the Foley City Council approved a project aimed at enhancing Philomene Holmes Boulevard, with a focus on improving access to the Graham Creek Nature Preserve. The initiative … more
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Vehicles move through the intersection of Orange Avenue and Alabama 59 in Foley. The city is working to develop a Safety Action Plan to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow in Foley.
Foley to host public meeting on safety plan on April 1
Foley residents are invited to a Safety Action Plan meeting on Monday, April 1. The meeting is to discuss addressing road safety concerns within the community. The meeting is  scheduled to take … more
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Pictured from left to right are PBCI Tribal Council Member Keith Martin, Roberto Quintana, Liliana Quintana and SLE President Frank Ellis.
Baldwin County youth awarded PBCI scholarships during 2024 SLE Rodeo and Livestock Week
Liliana and Roberto Quintana of Robertsdale were honored with scholarships by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PBCI) for their contributions to Alabama's livestock sector. The ceremony took place on … more
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Foley man fatally stabbed in domestic altercation
The Foley Police Department arrested a man after a stabbing incident was reported on Sunday evening. On Sunday, March 24, around 10:50 p.m., Foley Police Department responded to a disturbance … more
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Bagel Boy's Alex Warner to open smashburger restaurant in Foley
The wait is over. The teases can cease, and the rumor mill can stop turning. Alex Warner and business partner, Marcus Owens, are ready to reveal their new downtown Foley venture: Cheeseburger … more
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Longtime Foley mayor Koniar dies
John Koniar, a longtime community leader who served as Foley mayor and a city council member for 40 years, died Saturday, March 22, at his home in Foley. Koniar was elected to Foley City Council … more
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Foley Police respond to stabbing incident, suspect apprehended
The Foley Police Department arrested a man after a stabbing incident was reported on Friday evening. Officers responded to a call at approximately 9 p.m. on March 22, in the 300 block of W. … more
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Foley man arrested after hit-and-run kills pedestrian, Foley woman, 30
A Foley man has been arrested after a 30-year-old pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run near the intersection of CR 65 and Airport Road Thursday night. Foley’s police and fire … more
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Foley alumna Emily Wolf logged personal records in the discus, hammer throw and javelin on top of a first-place finish in the shot put event at Montevallo’s Falcon Classic and Multi meet last weekend to help earn a third Gulf South Conference Freshman and Field Athlete of the Week honor. The 2023 Class 7A outdoor shot put state champion, Wolf hasn’t missed a beat since jumping to college track and field with two school records under her belt already.
Montevallo’s Wolf from Foley earns third Gulf South Conference Freshman and Field Athlete of the Week honor
After she closed her high school career against some of the country’s best athletes at the Nike Outdoor National Championships, it should be no surprise that Foley alum Emily Wolf hasn’t … more
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The city of Foley will start work to widen and repave the Foley Beach Express between Baldwin County 12 and the highway’s intersection with Alabama 59. The project is expected to take 250 days.
Foley set to begin Beach Express repaving, widening
Plans on the long-awaited project to widen and repave the Foley Beach Express are set to begin in Foley. Mobile Asphalt Company secured the lowest bid for the significant infrastructure … more
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MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA Saunders Yachtworks Director of Operations M. Boyd Siegel conducts a tour.
A gateway to the future: Workforce development group partners with Gulf Shores High to offer industry tours in Tri-City
GULF SHORES — As a team works to secure Tighten Up, a three-story, sandy white, blue-bottomed yacht, within the massive wheels, steel and straps of a Marinelift, a group of 30 teenagers mills … more
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Baldwin County High School students explore healthcare careers at Coastal Alabama Community College
Baldwin County High School (BCHS) recently participated in an enriching experience for several of its Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and Sports Medicine students by participating in … more
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Deadly RV fire claims life in Foley
A fatal fire in Foley claimed the life of one individual and a dog during the early morning hours of March 17 according to news release from the Foley Fire Department. Emergency responders from … more
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Grand opening celebration planned for first Firestone Complete Auto Care in Foley
Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO), a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas Inc., has announced the grand opening of its latest Firestone Complete Auto Care facility in Foley. The inauguration … more
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