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Cedric Burnside Project
If you are a blues fan, you know how great North Mississippi blues is. It catches your ear and then captures your heart with its deep-felt lyrics and haunting melodies. National recording artist Cedric Burnside is one of the modern greats of this genre. And he comes by it naturally, as his grandfather was the [...]
Myers RE at Tuesday, January 31, 2012 5:17:07 PMA View From the Top
Do you find yourself imagining the glorious view from one of our area’s penthouses? Do you wish you could take a peek into—and out of—one of those luxurious, top-floor residences? This Saturday, you can stop imagining and let your eyes take in the View From the Top. The Sirens of the Sea organization presents this [...]
Myers RE at Tuesday, January 31, 2012 2:17:25 PM Gospel Quartet Convention in Orange Beach
Good ol’ gospel singin’ is comin’ your way! You’ll be amazed by the tremendous talents of numerous gospel artists, both well-known and up-and-coming, at the Gulf Coast Quartet Convention in Orange Beach, Alabama, on February 2, 3 and 4, 2012. From 2 until 5 p.m. and again 6 until 7 p.m. each day, rising stars [...]
Myers RE at Thursday, January 26, 2012 2:24:48 PM Celebrate Your Valentine at the Beach
Valentine greetings have been popular since the Middle Ages. The first commercially printed Valentine cards in America appeared in the 1840s. Today, an estimated one billion cards are sent each year, often accompanying the popular gifts of candy and flowers. Those gestures are wonderful, sweet, and certainly appreciated by anyone who receives them. But wouldn’t [...]
Myers RE at Thursday, January 26, 2012 11:21:17 AM 2 Presentations Hosted by Orange Beach Library
If you enjoy nature-related discussions and you are in the coastal Alabama area this week, you are in the right place at the right time. This Wednesday, January 25, Philip West will be presenting information on the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail in Orange Beach, and how the fire of 2011 has affected it. As [...]
Myers RE at Monday, January 23, 2012 2:04:14 PM Local speaks out about dog abuse
FOLEY, Alabama – After finding an acquaintance’s dog bound in electrical wire, a local woman is speaking out about animal cruelty in Baldwin County.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 20, 2012 2:11:46 PM Fairhope police employee’s firing upheld by hearing officer
Fairhope police employee’s firing upheld by hearing officer
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 20, 2012 5:17:13 AM Fairhope’s first “public art” sculpture of iconic Brown Pelicans in flight gets a new foundation
FAIRHOPE, Alabama—The familiar sight of Brown Pelicans skimming above the waters of Mobile Bay and perching on piers along the Gulf Coast was not always a given.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 20, 2012 5:17:13 AM Alabama Sen. Trip Pittman recognized
Baldwin County Commission Chairman Bob James presents state Sen. Trip Pittman, R-Montrose, a resolution of thanks on behalf of the Association of County Commissions of Alabama for passing legislation to increase the number of election expenses for which counties can be reimbursed by the state. The presentation was Tuesday during a Commission meeting.
Baldwin County Now at Thursday, January 19, 2012 2:07:00 PM Toxic waste tests continue at Baldwin County's Magnolia Landfill
BAY?MINETTE, Ala. — The Baldwin County Commission is waiting for an ADEM review regarding arsenic and vinyl choride traces discovered last year at Magnolia Landfill, but solid waste manager Jim Ransom said Tuesday the contamination source probably is outside the Summerdale site.
Baldwin County Now at Thursday, January 19, 2012 1:04:02 PM Baldwin County roofing upgrades offer safety, reduced insurance rates
BAY?MINETTE, Alabama —The Baldwin County Commission on Tuesday approved building codes based on studies in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina which will strengthen residential roofs and help reduce insurance costs for Baldwin County homeowners, officials said.
Baldwin County Now at Thursday, January 19, 2012 12:00:57 PM 2 charged with meth lab operation in Wilcox community of Baldwin County
BAY MINETTE, Alabama — Baldwin County deputies charged two suspects Wednesday in connection with a meth lab operation in the Wilcox community.
Baldwin County Now at Thursday, January 19, 2012 12:00:55 PM Big Game at the Beach
Think ahead to February 5, 2012. It’s the height of the winter season. You need to escape to the beach for a bit of warmth, a change of pace, relaxation . . . and football. That combination may not be top of mind, but why not? On Super Bowl Sunday, wouldn’t you love to chuckle [...]
Myers RE at Thursday, January 19, 2012 11:20:28 AM Toll booth may move north of County Road 20
Toll booth to move north of County Road 20? BY JOHN MULLEN theislander@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
Baldwin County Now at Wednesday, January 18, 2012 9:52:19 AM Anti-bullying program for Baldwin students at Camp Beckwith in Fairhope
FAIRHOPE, Alabama—The Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation has teamed up with Baldwin County Public Schools to convene an anti-bullying summit for high school students this weekend at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center.
Baldwin County Now at Tuesday, January 17, 2012 6:06:33 AM Sheriff, legislators talk to Summerdale community about possible scrap metal law
SUMMERDALE, Alabama – Following a recent series of scrap metal thefts in the area, state legislators and local farmers reached out to Summerdale to support a proposed state law that cracks down on scrap metal thefts.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 13, 2012 3:05:16 PM Little Lagoon group to meet Thursday
GULF SHORES, Ala. -- Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) invites members and the general public to attend a quarterly membership meeting Thursday, January 19, 5:30 p.m. at the Adult Activity Center in Gulf Shores.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 13, 2012 9:52:23 AM Orange Beach Public Library Annual Book Sale
Love to read? You’re in the right place at the right time. The Friends of the Orange Beach Public Library host a sale each January, and this year it’s Friday and Saturday, January 13 and 14. (Yes, this weekend!) Of course, you’re aware of the tremendous variety of reading material found at a library. The sale [...]
Myers RE at Thursday, January 12, 2012 5:36:25 PM Tax help available in Orange Beach
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – The tax man is coming and if you need help on preparing and filing your taxes volunteers working the AARP will again be offering their services here.
Baldwin County Now at Wednesday, January 11, 2012 7:06:22 PM Sheriff's Office seeks suspects in connection with shooting
SPANISH FORT, Ala. – The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office has arrested four people and is seeking two others in connection to a home invasion and shooting that appears to be an act of revenge for a previous shooting that occurred Jan. 3. Maj. Anthony Lowery said deputies were called around 12 a.m. Wednesday to 11619 Brown Lane, where they found Tyson Goodman suffering from at least two gunshot wounds to the leg and torso.
Baldwin County Now at Wednesday, January 11, 2012 4:31:21 PM Man charged in shooting death of Wilcox man gets $1 million bond
ROBERTSDALE, Alabama --- A man charged in the shooting death of a Wilcox area man remains in jail Wednesday morning after bond was set at $1 million on Monday.
Baldwin County Now at Wednesday, January 11, 2012 10:05:57 AM County announces road closure
SUMMERDALE, Alabama - The Baldwin County Highway Department will close County Road 71 (N.W. First Street) in Summerdale, between County Road 36 and West Shriver Avenue, on Wednesday, Jan. 11, at 8 a.m. The closure will facilitate the upgrade of a drainage pipe that passes under the road.
Baldwin County Now at Tuesday, January 10, 2012 3:23:32 PM Apparent gunshot victim found dead at home in Wilcox community
ROBERTSDALE, Alabama --- A local man was found dead early Saturday morning at his home in the Wilcox area of Baldwin County and officials say he was shot to death by a man he let stay at his home.
Baldwin County Now at Monday, January 09, 2012 3:11:14 PM Grant enables discount pet spay and neuter program in Bay Minette
BAY MINETTE, Ala. — Bay Minette pet owners now have the opportunity to get their pet spayed or neutered at a discount price, thanks to funding the Baldwin County Humane Society (BARC!) received from PetSmart Charities.
Baldwin County Now at Monday, January 09, 2012 11:10:01 AM Personnel board hearing of Fairhope employee’s contest of proposed firing again cancelled at last mi
FAIRHOPE, Alabama—Pending for more than a month after a continuance in early December, the disciplinary hearing of a Fairhope employee was again cancelled this morning, this time at the request of an attorney for the city, according to Pandora Heathcoe, human resources administrator.
Baldwin County Now at Monday, January 09, 2012 11:09:59 AM Baldwin County Sheriff wants new administration building
BAY MINETTE, Alabama - Baldwin County Sheriff Huey “Hoss” Mack is scheduled today to ask Commissioners for a new, two-story administration building adjacent to the existing site on Hand Avenue in Bay Minette to replace the current facility which he said has water leakage and mold issues.
Baldwin County Now at Sunday, January 08, 2012 2:06:30 PM Baldwin County Commission researching private burial plot request
BAY MINETTE, Alabama - The Baldwin County Commission orderer a staff review Dec. 3 to make sure a Lillian family’s request to establish a family cemetery does not run counter to existing local and state laws.
Baldwin County Now at Sunday, January 08, 2012 1:10:50 PM Gulf State Park has new Education Center
GULF SHORES, Ala. – When Kelly Reetz, Naturalist at Gulf State Park, looks out of her office window, in her mind she sees troops of kids cycling through one of three venues of learning and activities.
Baldwin County Now at Sunday, January 08, 2012 8:26:23 AM Save Baldwin County landfill space by mulching Christmas trees
BAY?MINETTE, Alabama — The Baldwin County Commission is urging residents to discard their Christmas trees at designated sites through Jan. 9 to save landfill space and provide mulch for purchase.
Baldwin County Now at Saturday, January 07, 2012 12:09:59 PM Chemical contamination assessment continues at Baldwin County Magnolia Landfill
BAY?MINETTE, Alabama — The Baldwin County Commission on Tuesday authorized boring samples and continuous monitoring of arsenic and vinyl chloride detected in November at Magnolia Landfill in Summerdale.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 06, 2012 2:09:25 PM Memorial bricks set for placement at Baldwin County Bicentennial Park
BAY?MINETTE, Alabama — The Baldwin County Commission has approved a cost-only, two-tier memorial brick project at Bicentennial Park to honor family and friends and veterans from the country’s military conflicts.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 06, 2012 12:34:36 PM Baldwin County offering free disposal of waste Saturday at landfills
BAY MINETTE, Alabama - Christmas trees, yard waste, construction debris, cardboard, tires and electronics are among the items which will be accepted free Jan. 7 at Baldwin County landfills as part of Baldwin Clean Sweep 2012.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 06, 2012 12:02:48 PM Registration begins today for Live Oak bass fishing tournament slated April 21
BAY MINETTE, Alabama — Registration begins today for a charity bass fishing tournament slated April 21 at Live Oak Landing and sponsored by Log-A-Load, with all proceeds earmarked for Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital in Pensacola, Fla.
Baldwin County Now at Friday, January 06, 2012 12:02:48 PM
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