Gulf Shores Fire Rescue presents new fire training facility

GULF SHORES — Gulf Shores Fire Rescue has received a massive upgrade to its training with officials presenting the department's new training facility in a ribbon-cutting ceremony held the morning …
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Best of Baldwin 2027 nominations now open!

There are a lot of ways to spend a day in Baldwin County. Watch the sunrise over the Gulf. Launch a boat and spend the morning on the water. Grab a cup of coffee before work or linger over a long …

9 things to do around the Gulf Coast this weekend, Sept. 24-27

From Jeeps and heavy equipment rodeos to plants, Dolly Parton and some seriously odd art, this week’s event lineup proves there’s no such thing as a boring weekend on the Gulf Coast. Whether …

PHOTOS: Little Bird makes New York Times' list of best restaurants in America

Champagne was flowing at Little Bird in downtown Fairhope Tuesday night with the establishment celebrating its achievement of making The New York Times ’ 2026 list of best restaurants in America. …
Obituaries
Richard “Dick” Alexander Childress, age 78, a lifelong resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Tues., Sept. 15, 2026. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Alfred C. …
On Aug. 16, 2026, Donald F. Dohn, M.D., celebrated his 101st birthday. It was an occasion for not just lighting candles —but also for celebrating a legacy that shaped the very foundation of modern …
Maxie Marie Kaehr, 84, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away on Tues., Sept. 1, 2026. Preceding her in death were her parents, Grover McBride & Jean Litz-Dusek; first husband, Wilson …
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Gulf Shores may change free resident parking registration requirements

Gulf Shores is thinking about moving away from hurricane re-entry passes to registered license plates to exempt city residents from parking fees at beach access areas and other paid lots in the …
Cole Smith and Brianna Blake, owners of Surfside Nutrition in Gulf Shores.

Surfside Nutrition offers alternative from generic energy drinks in Gulf Shores

GULF SHORES — Surfside Nutrition has recently opened in Gulf Shores, providing nutritious drinks for people heading down for a day on the beach. Located at 1404 W. 1st St., the business is owned by …

Orange Beach testing public safety drone system with free trial

Imagine, if you will, a world where a swimmer in distress in the Gulf can, within 90 seconds of a call going out, receive a life preserver dropped from a self-launched drone. Or a beachgoer in …

Peer Helpers Jubilee to bring together 1,500 student leaders in November

The Jennifer Moore Foundation will bring together more than 1,500 student leaders from across Baldwin County for the 13th annual Peer Helpers Jubilee Nov. 4-5 at AMC Classic Wharf 15 in Orange Beach. …

Allegiant named best low-cost airline in North America at 2026 World Airline Awards

Allegiant has been named 2026's Best Low-Cost Airline in North America by Skytrax, an international air transport rating organization, marking the third consecutive year Allegiant has won the award. …
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Religion column by Dr. Tony Banning: For You are with me

In August 2010, 33 Chilean miners disappeared beneath the earth when the San José Mine collapsed. For 17 days, the world above had no idea whether they were alive. Then a narrow probe finally broke …

Letter to the Editor: Alabama must act now on the dangers of coal ash

Coal ash ponds are not simply an issue for the communities where they are located. They are a statewide concern, and Alabama should be treating them with the urgency they deserve. At Plant Barry, a …

Column - A caring view of life - by Fairhope's Bob Echols

Hi, I’m Bob Echols, and it is a privilege to start a biweekly blog on a reverence for life, the all-inclusive moral philosophy of Albert Schweitzer. On our journey, we’ll meet the great doctor …

Thomas Hospital Foundation to debut Street Soirée in Fairhope

A new community event is coming to downtown Fairhope as the Thomas Hospital Foundation prepares to host its inaugural Street Soirée on Oct. 4. The afternoon gathering will bring together food, live …

Red Clay Strays to headline Regions Arena grand opening in Mobile

The Red Clay Strays are coming home for a milestone performance as the Mobile band prepares to headline the grand opening of Regions Arena on Friday, March 26, 2027. The hometown show will mark …

Alabama Extension - Hummingbird migration: Tiny birds making a big journey

AUBURN UNIVERSITY — In late September and early October, hummingbirds are expected to migrate through Alabama. Allyson Shabel, an Alabama Extension urban home horticulture regional agent at Alabama …

Kiddie Compass: 4 family-friendly to do in Baldwin County, Sept. 25-30

Little feet, big imaginations and a week full of reasons to get out and play. Young adventurers can explore the Gulf Coast from the pier, build something brick by brick, tumble and play at open gym …

little bird brings back Southern Grace Dinner series with James Beard nominees

Chef Bill Briand of little bird in Fairhope will bring back his Southern Grace Dinner series this November, welcoming two other acclaimed Southern chefs for a one-night-only, five-course dining …

Robertsdale native opens music studio, store in Foley with teacher wife

FOLEY — A new venture from a Robertsdale High School band member alumnus is bringing music lessons and a full recording studio South McKenzie Street. Kevin Newsome is a Robertsdale native who …

Gulf Coast Media’s Local Legends: Myrick leads Miami (OH) in tackles, Jones breaks out for West Georgia

Baldwin County has always been full of athletic talent, and a plethora of players from the area have gone on to have successful careers at the collegiate and/or professional level. So in this …
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Vote for Gulf Coast Media’s Athlete of the Week: Sept. 14-Sept. 20

As the weather finally seems to be cooling down, Gulf Coast Media’s next Athlete of the Week poll is currently live on our website. Four athletes from Baldwin County will be included in the …
Daphne's Karson Lacey fields a punt Friday, Sept. 18, in Daphne.

Daphne downs Davidson, dances its way to Homecoming win

A week earlier, Daphne had to fight its way out of trouble.  On Homecoming night, the Trojans never allowed trouble to develop. Daphne established control early, built a 35-0 halftime …
Spanish Fort quarterback Jaylyn Thibodeaux kneels in prayer prior to a game Friday, Sept. 18, in Pritchard.

Spanish Fort secures second straight shutout, blanks Blount on the road

If you like defense and penalties, Spanish Fort and Blount was for you. The two Class 5A Region 1 rivals slugged it out all night, with Spanish Fort finding enough offense to claim a 16-0 win …
Fairhope players pose for a photo Friday, Sept. 18, in Robertsdale.

Fairhope pulls away from Robertsdale, extends win streak to four

ROBERTSDALE - Fairhope exits Week 5 of the season on a four-game winning streak after cruising to a road victory over Robertsdale, 32-6. Fairhope’s offense played an efficient game, with every …
Foley's offensive line faces off with Baker's defensive line Friday, Sept. 18, in Foley.

Lost their sting: Spencer’s pylon lunge propels Lions to 48-45 win over Hornets

FOLEY - Two teams at a crossroads squared off in the heart of Baldwin County on Friday night. In his first year at the helm, Bryan Moore’s Foley Lions entered this week with a 2-2 overall …