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A Gulf Shores resident sticker is seen on the windshield of a car. In Gulf Shores, the decals allow residents free city parking as well as re-entry to the island after a storm. The number on the decal corresponds with the property's respective zone and allows police and emergency personnel to quickly identify who should be allowed into a restricted area(s) at the appropriate time.
Hurricane re-entry decals available for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach residents, business owners
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, … more
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Spanish Fort Causeway Master Plan advances with $3 million GOMESA Grant
The Spanish Fort Causeway Master Plan just got one step closer to becoming a reality. During the Sept. 18 regular city council meeting, council adopted a resolution that will allow Spanish Fort Mayor … more
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Orange Beach City Schools secures unmodified audit opinion in first independent financial audit
Orange Beach City Schools announced the successful completion of its first independent financial audit. According to a news release, the audit concluded with an unmodified opinion, the highest … more
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Cole McNanna, sports editor, and Melanie LeCroy, lifestyle editor, hold Gulf Coast Media’s three first-place awards the newspaper company took home from the Alabama Press Association’s Summer Convention on Saturday, June 24. McNanna won for his use of social media and for sports photo, and LeCroy won for business writing.
Gulf Coast Media wins 14 Alabama Press awards for newsroom work
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 … more
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One other item of note that was voted on during the council meeting was a resolution to approve an additional $100,000 for the construction of the Daphne Animal Shelter.
Daphne City Council passes 2024 budget
The city of Daphne’s budget for 2024 passed during the Sept. 18 regular city council meeting. Daphne City Council voted to approve the municipal budget for the 2024 fiscal year that begins Oct. … more
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This year marks the 50th year of the Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores. Get ready for a weekend full of food, music and fun Oct. 12-15.
Gulf Shores gears up for 50th Shrimp Festival
It is time to celebrate. This year marks the 50th year of the Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores. Get ready for a weekend full of food, music and fun Oct. 12-15. The Annual National … more
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Light blue shows where rising sea levels will impact areas in Baldwin County.
Forget global warming debates, plan for what if
Reid Cummings isn't an environmentalist. He's not a climatologist or even an activist. What he knows is real estate. And he knows for certain that rising sea levels are bad for business. … more
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GCM to start sending breaking news text alerts
At Gulf Coast Media, we know being informed in a timely manner is vital, whether it's knowing what's happening this weekend or learning about breaking news. We strive to always evolve and … more
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Rockwell and Stonebridge Elementary students honor local heroes in Super Citizen Program
In an engaging ceremony on Monday, April 22, second-graders from Rockwell and Stonebridge Elementary Schools gathered in the Rockwell Elementary School Cafeteria. The occasion marked the culmination … more
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Orange Beach City Schools does not owe any money to the state, according to an official statement from the state superintendent
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 … more
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Vicky Fry, Kaylie Alexander, Janse McClure, and Daize Stone tailgating and waitilng along route for parade
Gulf Shores Christmas Parade for 2016 [Photo gallery]
GULF SHORES, AL - The Gulf Shores Christmas Parade rolled on Dec. 2, but once the parade reached the beach the party was just starting. Santa Claus heard Christmas wishes, refreshments were served … more
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The day holds special meaning for many of the brave children, their parents and caregivers, as it often marks the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. This year's ceremony allowed each patient an opportunity to ring a large bronze bell in the hospital's courtyard as they reunited with those who cared for them.
Young patients mark end of cancer treatment at bell ringing ceremony at USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital
More than a dozen pediatric patients from USA Health Children's & Women's Hospital took part in a bell ringing ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 20, to mark the end of their cancer treatment. The day … more
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According to the local booking agency, 1,000 extras are needed for the film in a range of ages from 11 years old and up.
Extras needed for Stephen King movie filming in Baldwin, Mobile counties
The Alabama Gulf Coast has been the backdrop of many movies big and small, but there’s no better way to welcome the spooky Halloween season than with a Stephen King movie. Gulf Coast Media … more
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A few days after releasing his first book, local author Zach Wilson woke up to a message from Amazon stating that his first book was number one best seller in the children’s fiction inspirational category. “It was surreal,” he said. “I literally woke up and the next day I looked, and it was number one. Surreal is probably the best word to describe it.”
From passion to paper Local author writes first book to inspire children, tops category on Amazon
FAIRHOPE — Driven by a passion for storytelling, Zach Wilson aspires to inspire young hearts with the message that each child holds a unique and invaluable purpose in the world, conveyed … more
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Baldwin County High School step dance team triumphs in debut competition
Beta Chi Sigma, the step dance team from Baldwin County High School, made a remarkable debut at the 21st annual Battle of the Bay Step Show held at the USA Mitchell Center on Saturday, March 16. … more
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Top honors for Baldwin County builders in 2024 AREA competition
Multiple members of the Baldwin County Home Builders Association are among the distinguished recipients in the 2024 Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards (AREA) competition, organized by the Home … more
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Damar Hamlin partners with American Heart Association for PSA on heart health, safety
As professional football returns to stadiums across the country, Damar Hamlin is speaking out to encourage fans everywhere to be ready in a cardiac emergency. Hamlin, a professional football … more
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As the animals sniffed and explored the blue and pink tires, they quickly became comfortable, climbing onto the beds and relaxing. “It feels great because it is finally like the animals recognize the I have put in a lot of work into these projects,” he said. “I am overall overjoyed to see that the animals like it.”
Fairhope Eagles Scout provides comfort to Humane animals
FAIRHOPE — After 180 hours of preparation and assembling and painting tires, Eagle Scout Brody Gwaltney delivered 10 tire beds to the Baldwin County Humane Society for incoming animals. … more
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ACF lobbying for federal protection of underwater forest off Gulf Coast
In 2018, the Alabama Coastal Foundation assisted filmmaker Ben Raines in producing the documentary "The Underwater Forest," which explores the discovery of an ancient cypress forest discovered 60 … more
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Winter visitors fill the Foley Civic Center during Foley’s annual Snowbird Coffee held Tuesday, Jan. 9.
Foley's annual Snowbird Coffee warmly welcomes hundreds of winter vistors
On Tuesday, Jan. 9, Foley extended a warm welcome to winter visitors flocking to the Alabama Gulf Coast at the city's annual Snowbird Coffee. The event, sponsored by the city of Foley, South … more
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