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Andy Citrin’s Project Backpack donates nearly 700 backpacks at two Baldwin schools

BAY MINETTE — During the first week of school, Andy Citrin Injury Attorney’s donated nearly 700 backpacks at two schools in the Bay Minette area of Baldwin County as part of its Project Backpack … more

8/20/21

Students, teachers and staff across Baldwin County were ready to jump into the new school year on Wednesday when the 2021 -22 term official kicked off. Peer Helpers at Foley Middle School greeted students as they arrived on campus, handing out masks and encouragement as newly arrived 7th graders and returning 8th graders made their way to class.

Back to class

8/13/21

Dauphin Island Sea Lab helps the Pelican’s Nest celebrate the winners of the Alabama Species Initiative awareness contest

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab helped the Pelican’s Nest celebrate the winners of the Alabama Species Initiative awareness contest on Wednesday, July 28. The winners for each grade were on campus from … more

Submitted | 8/12/21

The Wharf, Pepsi donate $10,000 to help feed hungry children in Alabama

As part of the So. Much. Summer. series, The Wharf and Birmingham-based Buffalo Rock – Pepsi announced a $10,000 donation to Alabama Credit Union’s Secret Meals for Hungry Children … more

Submitted | 8/10/21

Casey Brueske, Community Education Development specialist for Pen Air Federal Credit Union, presents a check representing funds in the amount of $9,621.36 to Terry Burkle, executive director for the Baldwin County Education Coalition.

Pen Air “Shares” funds with Baldwin County Education Coalition

PENSACOLA, Florida — On Wednesday, July 21, Pen Air Federal Credit Union presented the Baldwin County Education Coalition with a check worth $9,621.36 courtesy of the Share … more

Submitted release | 8/6/21

Pen Air “Shares” funds with Baldwin County Education Coalition

Pensacola, Florida — On Wednesday, July 21, Pen Air Federal Credit Union presented the Baldwin County Education Coalition with a check worth $9,621.36 courtesy of the Share It® program. “Pen … more

Submitted | 8/5/21

Start of school year means buses back on roads

On Wednesday, Aug. 11, over 31,000 students will head back to school in Baldwin County. Whether they travel by bus, car or foot that adds a lot of traffic to the local early morning … more

The Baldwin Times Staff | 8/5/21

Start of school year means buses back on roads

On Wednesday, Aug. 11, over 31,000 students will head back to school in Baldwin County. Whether they travel by bus, car or foot that adds a lot of traffic to the local early morning … more

The Baldwin Times Staff | 8/5/21

St. Benedict Catholic School Robotics Team Ranks 10th in World Tournament

ELBERTA – St. Benedict Catholic School is now known on the world stage thanks to students Lauren Wood and Lauren Baird who placed 10th in their division at the VEX IQ World Tournament. The VEX IQ … more

Submitted | 8/5/21

Rolling with safety

Bike helmets were given out to kindergarten and first grade students at the Youth Rotary Youth Club in Fairhope. School Resource Officers spent the afternoon talking to kids about bike safety and, … more

Submitted | 7/29/21

Free college classes available for fall at Coastal Alabama Community College

Coastal Alabama Community College is dedicating $8 million in CARES Act funds to help students continue their education through the Coastal Cares Grant program. All registered students are eligible … more

Submitted | 7/29/21

Summer of science

Students at Fairhope Educational Enrichment Foundation Summer Camp learned about robots. The students designed their own robot using the engineering design process. They also learned about the Mobile … more

Submiited | 7/22/21

Beauty School Drop-ins

The North Baldwin Center for Technology hosted Beauty School Camp. Led by NBCT Cosmetology instructor Vicki DeFee, campers learned the ins and outs of several beauty techniques including shampoo and … more

Submitted | 6/17/21

Oooey, gooey good time

The inaugural Oozeball Mud Volleyball Tournament took place Saturday, May 22, at Baldwin County High School in Bay Minette. The Clean-Up Crew took first place but everyone had a great time … more

Submitted | 6/3/21

Baldwin County Virtual School graduates largest class to date

DAPHNE - On Wednesday, May 19th, Daphne Civic Center welcomed Baldwin County Virtual School graduates to celebrate their hard work over the last four years. The school’s 113 seniors and … more

By Carter Brewton-Friese Gulf Coast Media Correspondent | 5/28/21

Walking School Bus has magical last day of school

FAIRHOPE - The Mosher and Sheldon Castle hosted Fairhope’s Walking School Bus program on the last day of school. There, mythical costumed characters such as Rapunzel, a wizard and even a … more

By Carter Brewton-Friese Gulf Coast Media Correspondent | 5/28/21

Constructing ancient history

Students at Orange Beach Middle School constructed their own pyramids in world history classes. more

5/20/21

Out of this world

Baldwin County Virtual Elementary School Sixth Graders in Mrs. Dube’s Science classes ended the space unit (and year) with a directed drawing of the SpaceX Crew Dragon Capsule. more

5/20/21

Fairhope Academy seniors recognized

The Academy Senior Recognition Ceremony was held Wednesday, May 5 at the Fairhope Academy. This was the first time seniors were recognized and given a completer’s certificate. This certificate … more

5/13/21

Rising senior students from throughout Baldwin County came together for a special signing day Tuesday, May 4 at the Loxley Civic Center for the 2021 Summer Utility Internship Program with Riviera Utilities. Pictured are, in no order, Daniel Haskew and Andrew Yazzie, BCHS; Logan Bagley, Rucker Beasley, Matthew Lambert and Cameron McCrary, Daphne High; Hailey Buchanan, Dakota Owens and Savannah Williamson, Elberta High; Cole Boyington, Cooper Niebuhr and Paige Jones, Foley High; and Anders Bjorkner, Spanish Fort High.

Baldwin students participate in signing day for Riviera Utilities internship program

LOXLEY, Alabama — Thirteen students from five schools in Baldwin County participated in a special signing day on Tuesday, May 4 at the Loxley Civic Center. Unlike a traditional signing for … more

By John Underwood / john@gulfcoastmedia.com | 5/5/21