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A project to repairs a broken water line under Fly Creek and expand the capacity of water moving to the north across the entrance of the Woodland neighborhood was approved by the Fairhope City Council.
Fairhope City Council approves emergency repair, expansion of Fly Creek water main
Summer is fast approaching, and the season last year for Fairhope meant water use constraints amid a drought and city utilities at capacity. To get ahead of the problem this year, Fairhope City … more
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The Dragonfly Foodbar crew on Monday, April 29.
Straight outta downtown Fairhope: Dragonfly Foodbar opens in new location
FAIRHOPE — The wait is over. Dragonfly Foodbar is open in its new location. On Feb. 1, Gulf Coast Media published an article alerting readers that Dragonfly Foodbar was leaving downtown … more
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Friday evening, a Gulf Coast Media reader emailed two photos of the prank's damage inside the school.
Fairhope High senior prank damage would cost $25,000 to clean, school says
Senior pranks can go many ways, but the 2024 seniors of Fairhope High School may have taken it too far. Gulf Coast Media received several phone calls Friday morning from parents calling concerned … more
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Eastern Shore MPO adopts countywide connectivity plan
Eastern Shore MPO has officially adopted the Baldwin County Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity Plan, focused on providing connectivity, safety and additional modal choices to residents and visitors … more
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Fairhope gets $200,000 to fight fentanyl crisis
FAIRHOPE — The City of Fairhope has received $200,000 to combat the fentanyl crisis in Baldwin County that is affecting communities across the nation. According to a report by the Alabama … more
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ESMPO members meet at the Capitol on Wednesday, May 1
Eastern Shore MPO visits D.C., requests support for I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project
The Eastern Shore Metropolitan Planning Organization ventured to Washington, D.C. for a series of meetings with federal officials on Wednesday, May 1, in search of support for the I-10 Mobile River … more
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Fairhope High School was ranked in the top 10 state high schools, according to members of the Fairhope School Commission. Commission members said the district's elementary, middle and high schools have all made significant improvements.
Vandalism or prank? Fairhope High School seniors under scrutiny
Senior pranks can go many ways, but the 2024 seniors of Fairhope High School may have taken it too far.  Gulf Coast Media received several phone calls Friday morning from … more
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Baldwin County students get hands-on experience in the workforce through new program
DAPHNE — For six years, the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce has given students the opportunity to get hands on experience in the real world through the Student Training and Exploration … more
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The Henry Stuart Home was built in 1925. This building was constructed as a circular, domed hut and stands at 14 feet in diameter and sinks two feet into the ground, featuring six top-hinged windows that circle the building and two skylights on the roof.
Historic home in Montrose could face relocation
FAIRHOPE — A historic home that dates to the 1920s could face relocation in the coming months. Tolstoy Park, also known as the Henry Stuart House or the "Hermit House," was constructed in … more
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Fairhope Mayor Sherry Sullivan made the first Wawa Hoagie. Wondering what ingredients Sullivan added to the first hoagie? Wonder no longer. Sullivan chose American and Swiss cheese, garlic aioli, turkey, ham, tomato, banana peppers, pickles, spinach, salt and pepper and finished with oil and vinegar.
From hoagies to rewards: 5 Tips for your inaugural Wawa-Fairhope trip
Alabama's first Wawa opened in Fairhope last week to much fanfare. Some lifelong Southerners just don't get the hype, but that's OK. One day you, too, could be a Wawa VIP. Wawa appreciates its … more
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Thompson Engineering expands presence with new Spanish Fort office
Thompson Engineering opened a branch office in Spanish Fort, expanding its footprint to cater to the burgeoning demand for engineering services in Baldwin County. According to a news release, … more
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Ceramic butterflies made by students at Daphne High School that features an index card with the names of children who died during the Holocaust.
Daphne High School honors Holocaust victims with ceramic butterfly project
DAPHNE — Butterflies: a symbol of happiness, hope and rebirth. To students at Daphne High School, butterflies represent a life of someone who passed away during the Holocaust. On June … more
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Dragonfly Foodbar's Dragon's Eye cocktail. The tasty drink features prosecco, cider ale with a Grand Marnier floater.
Fairhope food scene changes
The restaurant landscape is always changing but in the last few months in Fairhope, the change has come rapidly. Here's what's new, closed or relocated in Fairhope. Closures Ferus by the Bay – … more
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Eastern Shore MPO adds $500,000 sidewalk repair project
Eastern Shore MPO has amended its FY24-27 Transportation Improvement Project (TIP) list to add sidewalk repair and replacement on US HWY 98 in Fairhope, per its Tuesday, April 16 meeting. The … more
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Ox Kitchen Fairhope is expanding to open a second location at The Garden Pensacola
Ox Kitchen Fairhope announces second location at The Garden Pensacola
There have been a lot of changes in the Fairhope food scene lately with openings, closings and relocations. When Ox Kitchen Fairhope teased a big announcement on Facebook April 8, the speculation … more
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A large parcel of land just outside of downtown Fairhope has a new owner with a new vision for a village-style mixed-use development combining commercial, residential and green space called Village Park.
68 Ventures’ bold plan: Proposed Village Park development in Fairhope to offer mix of housing, businesses and green spaces
A large parcel of land just outside of downtown Fairhope has a new owner with a new vision for a village-style mixed-use development combining commercial, residential and green space called Village … more
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Fairhope crowns King 2024 Fairhoper of the Year
Catherine King has been named the 2024 Fairhoper of the Year in recognition of her contributions to the City of Fairhope. According to a news release, King's dedicated service to the city spans … more
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Engage, impact, lead: Daphne seeks youth for 2024-2025 Junior City Council
The City of Daphne is currently inviting applications for its upcoming 2024-2025 Daphne Junior City Council. The vision for the Daphne Junior City Council is to offer the the youth of Daphne an … more
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The Fitness Court at Al Trione Sports Complex in Daphne is the same size and layout as the Fitness Court being installed in Fairhope.
Fairhope Fitness Court location debate heats up
FAIRHOPE — Residents flooded Fairhope City Council members with letters, emails and phone calls regarding the proposed location of a fitness court, and now council is walking back their initial … more
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Community Lunch and Learns on non-surgical arthritis relief happening in Orange Beach, Spanish Fort
Arthritis, a prevalent condition affecting more than one-third of Americans, will be the focal point of informative sessions led by Dr. Keith Spain, a fellowship-trained non-surgical sports medicine … more
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