Alabama’s House Committee Approve Bill that will Divide the State’s Electoral Votes

By Barbara Reeves | Published: March 5, 2010

A recent vote in Alabama by the House Constitution and Elections Committee was in favor of a bill that would divide Alabama’s electors proportionately.  In a 7-5 vote, a House committee approved the bill to scrap the current ‘winner-take-all- system’ that divides Alabama’s nine electors in presidential elections.  Though Democrats on the panel were in … Continue reading Alabama’s House Committee Approve Bill that will Divide the State’s Electoral Votes

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New Technology Allows a Greater Lead Time for Tropical Storms in the Gulf Coast

By Barbara Reeves | Published: January 13, 2010

According to a recent Baldwin County News article, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami will be issuing watches and warnings for storms earlier than ever before.  With advancements in track forecasts, a greater lead time for costal storms is made possible starting this year; the estimated new lead time for watches and warnings will … Continue reading New Technology Allows a Greater Lead Time for Tropical Storms in the Gulf Coast

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New Beach Policies in Place for Gulf Coast AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: December 28, 2009

There will be a few new changes to the beach policies in Alabama’s Gulf Coast area for 2010.  These new policies include moving forward with the addition of more lifeguards and widening the area along the coast that they will patrol.  The key concerns for 2010 are improving beach operations through more focus on safety … Continue reading New Beach Policies in Place for Gulf Coast AL

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Baldwin County AL’s Libraries Rank Highest in the Nation

By Barbara Reeves | Published: December 9, 2009

In a new study conducted by the Library Journal, Baldwin County AL’s beaches have some of the best libraries nationwide.  Orange Beach library has earned its place at the top of the list with the magazine’s highest grade on record; just below Orange Beach is Gulf Shore AL’s Thomas B. Norton Public Library which appeared … Continue reading Baldwin County AL’s Libraries Rank Highest in the Nation

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Holiday Events this December in Gulf Coast AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: December 2, 2009

The holiday calendar in Gulf Coast AL is packed with great entertainment for the entire family.  There will be a Christmas Tree Maze event starting on Dec. 3rd and running through Saturday, presented by the Daphne Optimist Club and Fish River Trees.  This family fun event located at the Chick-fil-A in Daphne AL will be … Continue reading Holiday Events this December in Gulf Coast AL

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Economy Improving Locally in Baldwin County AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 30, 2009

The economy is improving locally in Baldwin County AL, as Foley’s recent monthly report reveals.  For the month of October, the Building/Inspections Department issued 126 permits at a total evaluation of over $3.2 million, a new commercial permit was issued for Coastal Investment Medical Properties for a reported $980,000, and 381 inspections were performed.  Also … Continue reading Economy Improving Locally in Baldwin County AL

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Gulf Shores AL Predicting Increase in Revenue for 2010

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 23, 2009

According to a recent article in the Press-Register, municipal financial planners in Gulf Shores AL are predicting an increase in revenue for 2010.  Over this year, city officials have been cutting expenses and the preliminary budget proposal for 2010 should allow the city to put away nearly $1.1 million in reserve. Differences in the budget … Continue reading Gulf Shores AL Predicting Increase in Revenue for 2010

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Baldwin County AL Beachfront Zoning Change for Gulf Highlands Site

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 12, 2009

The Baldwin County Planning and Zoning Commission voted last week to recommend the County Commission to rezone 10 acres of land from outdoor recreation to a multiple family district.  The land is located at Gulf Highlands’ site where a residential development is planned.  The change was due, in part, to making the area more consistent … Continue reading Baldwin County AL Beachfront Zoning Change for Gulf Highlands Site

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Activities this Veterans Day in Baldwin County AL

By Barbara Reeves | Published: November 9, 2009

This Veterans day, Baldwin County AL has a few events planned for families to recognize and honor veterans. Mark your calendars for Daphne’s Veterans Day parade which will begin at 10 am at Daphne City Hall; the parade will be followed by a ceremony to honor military veterans.  At the George P. Thames Senior Center … Continue reading Activities this Veterans Day in Baldwin County AL

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New Daphne Caroline Woods Subdivision Plans Altered

By Barbara Reeves | Published: October 26, 2009

After a recent Daphne Planning Commission meeting, plans for the Caroline Woods subdivision are looking a little different than they originally planned on.  The original plans were approved in November 2008 as part of the Madison Place subdivision concept, but will now be a separate subdivision; also altered is the number of lots required from … Continue reading New Daphne Caroline Woods Subdivision Plans Altered

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