PENSACOLA — The American South is known for its boundless creativity, absorbing personalities and evocative landscapes. "Southern Storytellers," a new three-episode series from Public Broadcast …
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GCM Staff Report
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6/29/23
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The Marine Resources Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has announced that Alabama state waters and federal waters will be open to private and state-licensed …
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By Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
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6/29/23
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Daphne Police Department is investigating an early-morning shooting that left one man dead.
Shortly after 5:30 a.m. Thursday, DPD officers responded to the parking lot area of Taziki’s …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/29/23 |
Just seven months after his Hangout Music Festival appearance in Gulf Shores, Louisiana rapper Kevin Gates is bringing his "Only the Generals" Tour to the Mobile Civic Center. Gates has amassed …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/29/23 |
The Independence Day holiday weekend is a long one this year. With the holiday falling on a Tuesday, you have five days to celebrate. We have put together a list of events across the Alabama Gulf …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/29/23 |
One of the first thoughts that came to mind after I learned one of my photos took first place at the Alabama Press Association's media awards was that I had to interview the athlete who made the …
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BY COLE McNANNA
Sports Editor cole@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/28/23 |
SUMMERDALE – Summerdale is currently without a police chief after the current chief, Kevin Brock, was placed on paid administrative leave Wednesday, June 21, by Mayor David Wilson.
Wilson …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/28/23 |
Have you been outside recently?
The high summer heat is upon us with temperatures in the 90s and heat index temperatures reaching 115. Heat safety should be a top priority for yourself and your …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/28/23 |
Alabama has passed a new bill, HB261, that prohibits trans athletes from participating in collegiate and K-12 level sports that align with the gender in which they identify.
The legislation was …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/23 |
Alabama has enacted a new law that prohibits drivers from holding their phones while operating a vehicle.
The legislation, known as SB301, takes effect immediately across the state. During a …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/23 |
GULF SHORES — Vacation rental occupancy is down along the Gulf Coast as people and families have all their options open again after the pandemic.
VRBO has reported a projected 13% decrease …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/23 |
Orange Beach City Schools, this year charting its own path, does not owe the state the $4.6 million Alabama education leaders said it did last year in connection with a Foundation Program funding …
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By Melanie LeCroy and Kayla Green
editor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/23 |
FOLEY – Foley’s popular train rides have been canceled Tuesday, June 27, due to expected excessive heat.
The rides aboard the Charles Ebert Jr. Express take place each Tuesday, …
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GCM Staff Report
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6/27/23
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Hurricane season is in full swing, which means it's time to plan — ahead of time — for evacuation and re-entry. If you are a resident or business owner in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/23 |
Staying hydrated can help you live a longer, healthier life. But drinking multiple glasses of water throughout the day isn't for everyone.
Health experts say that's OK. While fluids are …
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BY AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION NEWS
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6/26/23
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The long, hot days of summer are here.
While that can mean lots of fun in the sun for some, experts warn the extra warmth and exertion also carry the threat of heat-related illness, a problem …
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BY AMERICAN HEART ASSOCATION NEWS
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6/26/23
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ORANGE BEACH — In an official June 26 press release, Orange Beach City Schools' leaders says the district does not owe money to the state in connection to the Foundation Program.
"In a …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/26/23 |
ORANGE BEACH — Gulf Coast Media won 14 awards at the 2023 Alabama Press Association Media Awards, including a top-three finish for best overall sports coverage, a sweep in the business writing …
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6/26/23
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The speed limit on several roads in Gulf Shores will be reduced after a request from concerned residents. Gulf Shores City Council approved the request at its June 26 city meeting to lower the speed …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/26/23 |
Concert fans were ready to get fancy for date night Saturday but had to rethink their plans at the last minute due to the rescheduling of a Walker Hayes concert.
Hayes and his family have …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/26/23 |