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Foley improves employee pay classification
FOLEY — Some Foley city employees will get a raise and all will have additional potential for future salary enhancements under a pay plan approved by city council. Council voted to approve a pay … more
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Spanish Fort City Council to hold special meeting Aug. 19
The city of Spanish Fort announced Friday, Aug. 11, that city council would hold a special meeting. An email sent to media outlets by city clerk Rebecca Gaines stated: "The purpose of the … more
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3 Fairhope teens arrested in connection with 11 vehicle thefts
Three Fairhope teens, ages 14, 16 and 17, were arrested Monday in connection to nearly a dozen vehicle thefts over the weekend. In a statement released Monday afternoon, Fairhope Police … more
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During the week of Jan. 14-21, a Geo-Comm Field Technician will be on-site, concentrating efforts on verifying addresses in the northern section of the county, north of Interstate 10, and along the coastline.
Baldwin County 9-1-1 and Geo-Comm, Inc. unite to elevate Next Gen 9-1-1 address data
Always looking to revolutionize emergency response, Baldwin County 9-1-1 has unveiled a cutting-edge initiative to validate addresses, ensuring precision in dispatch services and advancing public … more
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Gulf Shores lifeguard patrols the beach on a double red flag day. A double red flag signifies the water is closed.
Gulf Coast rescuers say swim at passes, open water with caution
A body believed to be that of a missing swimmer was located in the Perdido Pass area of Orange Beach in the early morning of Aug. 5. Local rescuers are always thinking about and promoting safe … more
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Forest landowners: beware of logging scam
The Alabama Forestry Commission is warning forest landowners to beware of a timber cutting scam. The permit/lumberjack contract shown in this photo is a fake. Neither Rafael Ruis Delvizo nor … more
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Baldwin County's July housing report: year-over-year slowdown
Aligned with recent trends, the Baldwin County housing market experienced a slower pace this July than a year prior. Baldwin Realtors® Multiple Listing Service reports a year-over-year increase … more
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Baldwin County Corner's Office
Baldwin County Coroner's office creates digitized record keeping for safer storage, efficiency
ROBERTSDALE — Death equals paperwork. For years, employees in the coroner's office used dozens of spreadsheets to track manner of death, age, location and other end of life information. Data … more
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A new grocery store and other retail establishments are planned for the southwest corner of the Foley Beach Express and Miflin Road.
New grocery development planned in east Foley
A major grocery store will anchor a new retail development that will provide shopping opportunities in east Foley and additional sales tax revenue and new jobs in the area. Foley City … more
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Smoking or vaping in a vehicle with children is now considered a secondary violation under a new law. If a driver is pulled over for another reason and a child is in the vehicle, the driver will be responsible for paying a fine of up to $100.
New Alabama law goes into effect banning smoking in cars with kids
A new Alabama law went into effect Aug. 1 that prohibits smoking cigarettes or vaping in a vehicle when children 14 years and younger are passengers in the car. This newly enacted bill aims to … more
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Baldwin County Assistant District Attorney Kristi Hagood discusses home-repair fraud, identity theft and other issues during a discussion at the Foley Senior Center.
Seniors warned about hurricane fraud
FOLEY — With the height of hurricane season approaching, seniors and other South Baldwin residents should take care against fraudulent claims from people offering to repair storm damage. … more
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City council voted unanimously to declare a phase three water emergency for customers of City of Fairhope Water. This does not affect those with well water.
Fairhope declares phase 3 water emergency, violators could see $500 fine
Fairhope City Council called a special emergency meeting Monday morning to discuss officially declaring a phase three water emergency. Mayor Sherry Sullivan thanked council for calling the … more
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Open to the public, rules for play include first come, first serve; play time is limited to one hour and 15 minutes; proper attire must be worn; patrons assume all risk of injury, damage or loss; when courts are filled, limit play time to 45 minutes and exit the court immediately after your game.
Fairhope opens six new pickleball courts at Quail Creek Golf Course
FAIRHOPE — The City of Fairhope recently announced the addition of six pickleball courts at Quail Creek Golf Course. The newly constructed courts are made for pickleball enthusiasts of all … more
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Shown as the main photo of a GoFundMe page for his family, Jason Mallette, left, appears with his sons, who are age 11 and 6.
Preliminary hearing postponed, rescheduled in killing of Daphne Taziki’s manager
Shortly after 5:30 a.m. June 29, Jason Mallette was shot outside his place of employment, Taziki’s Mediterranean Café in Daphne. Now the families affected must wait a little longer for … more
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The main Foley Fire Station will become one of 10 sites around Alabama where babies who cannot be cared for can be dropped off anonymously under a program passed by the Alabama Legislature earlier this year.
Foley Fire Station getting new baby drop-off box
FOLEY — Foley will become one of 10 locations across Alabama where mothers who cannot care for their new babies can find a new home for their child, under a new state program. Foley Fire Chief … more
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Commissioner Rick Pate and Senator Coach Tommy Tuberville, along with Emma Johnston from Senator Tuberville's office, gathered at Coastal Alabama Community College to invite citizens of Bay Minette to share their thoughts and concerns on the impending farm bill on August 1.
Tuberville talks farm bill in Bay Minette
BAY MINETTE — Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate and U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, along with Emma Johnston from Tuberville's office, gathered at Coastal Alabama Community … more
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Michael Whittenton was identified as a suspect during the investigation. He is currently being held in the Baldwin County jail on charges of attempting to elude a police officer, reckless endangerment, resisting arrest and possession of a pistol by a violent felon. Whittenton has an extensive arrest record dating back to 2009.
Man arrested in connection to Fort Morgan auto burglaries
The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection with an investigation that started in late April on the Fort Morgan peninsula. Michael Todd Whittenton, 32, was … more
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Workers install a black metal fence around Foley’s Sara Thompson Kids Park on Monday, July 24. The fence replaces a temporary barrier in use while the park was under construction and since the facility opened May 27.
Work begins on Foley Kids Park fence
FOLEY — The final phases of work at the new Sara Thompson Kids Park began recently. Work started on a new fence that will replace the temporary barrier in place while the park was under … more
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More aquatic activities at Max Griffin Park are among the suggestions for Foley in a Design Alabama study. The study said a stage for performers could also be placed in the park
Design Alabama study looks at Foley future needs
FOLEY — Attainable housing, improved public places and connectivity between areas of the city are some ways to prepare Foley for the future, a new report says. Design Alabama has completed a … more
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Fairhope Avenue has seen section closures over the past year for a Force Main upgrade, and the project, which started in downtown, has made its way to the section between County Road 13 and U.S. Highway 181.
Fairhope Avenue closures continue for infrastructure upgrade
Baldwin County school students return to the classroom Aug. 9, and road closures in Fairhope may alter their route to school. Fairhope Avenue has seen section closures over the past year for a Force … more
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