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Monday, May 13, 2024Travis Valentine of the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Earns Alabama Accredited Chamber Executive Designation
The Alabama Accredited Chamber Executive (AACE) designation is an esteemed recognition within the chamber of commerce community, awarded to individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and proficiency in chamber management. This designation signifies a commitment to excellence and professionalism in advancing the goals and missions of their respective chambers. The AACE designation is conferred by the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA), a prominent organization dedicated to
Monday, May 13, 2024Juniper Street extension opens in Foley
FOLEY – The Juniper Street extension is now open providing a new route for north-south traffic through south Foley from U.S. 98 to Alabama 59. The new road joins Alabama 59 at the intersection of Baldwin County 20 South. The extension will improve access in an area where more commercial development is taking place. Construction is underway on at least two new hotels as well as other projects near South Juniper Street. The road also provides access to the Tanger Outlet on the east side as well as several
Friday, May 10, 2024Secretary of State Wes Allen Applauds the Final Passage of Legislation Cutting Red Tape for Alabama Businesses
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, applauds the final passage of HB 230, a bill to reduce government red tape for Alabama small businesses. “As Secretary of State, I will always support the hardworking men and women of Alabama as they pursue the American Dream,” said Secretary Allen. “I am proud to have supported legislation that cuts government red tape and removes an unnecessary burden from the shoulders of Alabama small business owners.” As an unintended consequence of Alabama Act 2022-252,
Friday, May 10, 2024Library to offer Career Builder Class
FOLEY – The Foley Public Library Computer Lab will offer a three-week course to help participants develop the skills needed to improve their careers. The Career Builder Class series begins June 1. The series will help participants learn to write a resume, find employment opportunities and develop the skills to ace interviews. Instructor and Computer Lab Tech, Melinda Murphy has 30 years’ experience helping people prepare for and find employment. “We are so excited about our Career Builder series
Friday, May 10, 2024Foley puts new fire truck into service
FOLEY – Foley’s newest fire truck is now in service to meet the growing demand for services in the city. The Foley Fire Department dedicated the new pumper Wednesday, May 8, with a ceremony at the city’s main fire station. Chief Joey Darby said the vehicle would be placed in active service immediately after the ceremony. “Our demand for services has increased drastically,” Darby said. “We’re up about 70% over the last five years. So we need to make sure that the trucks that we get are built the right
Friday, May 10, 2024Foley recognizes more Century Trees
FOLEY – Two more of the area’s most outstanding trees are being recognized by the city of Foley. The Foley Revitalization and Beautification Advisory Board and city officials presented a Century Tree plaque to Margaret Krupinski and her family Tuesday, May 7. The plaque recognizes a live oak on the property of Krupinski Farm on Charolais Road. The city will also present a plaque to Dustin and Felicia Parrish to be placed near their live oak tree on Waverly Lane. Foley property owners can contact the
Thursday, May 09, 2024Alabama’s Free Fishing Day Takes Place June 8
On Saturday, June 8, 2024, Alabamians and out-of-state visitors alike will have the opportunity to fish for free in most public waters including both freshwater and saltwater. Free Fishing Day allows residents and non-residents to enjoy the outstanding fishing Alabama has to offer without purchasing a fishing license. The event is part of National Fishing and Boating Week, which runs June 1-9. “Free Fishing Day is the perfect opportunity for anyone who has never experienced casting a line to give it a
Thursday, May 09, 2024Baldwin County's April 2024 Housing Report
ROBERTSDALE, Ala. – The Baldwin County real estate market produced consistent trends in April to what we’ve seen in months prior. Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS) reports an increase in Average Sales Prices for both the Traditional Residential and Resort/Island-based areas of the county, while both areas experienced a decrease in the number of Closed Sales during last month. Where the two areas differed is in the Average Days on Market (DOM) and the number of New Listings added to the
Wednesday, May 08, 2024City of Foley Approves Beach Express Transfer to State
FOLEY – The Foley Beach Express is on its way to becoming a state highway following action by the Foley City Council. The council voted Monday, May 6, to transfer the city-owned section of the highway to the Alabama Department of Transportation. The transfer will take place after work to repave and widen the roadway is completed. The repaving project is scheduled to be completed in 250 working days. Foley City Administrator Mike Thompson said the road will receive a state highway designation when ALDOT
Tuesday, May 07, 2024Denise Luebker Joins EXIT Realty Landmark in Foley
Foley, AL (Grassroots Newswire) April 30, 2024 - EXIT Realty Landmark is pleased to announce that Denise Luebker has joined its growing team of dedicated real estate sales professionals. EXIT Realty Landmark, located at 316 South McKenzie Street, Suite 100, Foley, Alabama is a proud member of EXIT Realty South Central's rapidly expanding network of independently owned and operated brokerages across the region. About EXIT Realty: EXIT Realty is a company founded and built on human potential. A full
Tuesday, May 07, 2024Coastal Alabama Community College welcomes Dr. Lonnie Burnett as its new Vice President
Coastal Alabama Community College is proud to announce Dr. Lonnie Burnett as Vice President. Dr. Burnett, who has served as the University of Mobile’s 5th president since 2019 and, who has dedicated over 40 years to education in southwest Alabama, will officially join the Pack on June 1, 2024. “Dr. Burnett has demonstrated a commitment to education and to students,” Dr. Aaron Milner, President of Coastal Alabama said. “He brings with him over 30 years of exclusive experience in the classroom and 15
Tuesday, May 07, 2024Alabama Office of Minority Affairs commissions GSPC to conduct Procurement Study
The Alabama Office of Minority Affairs is inviting all business owners statewide to join virtual public hearings facilitated by Griffin & Strong, P.C. These events will provide a platform for you to candidly share your experiences doing or attempting to do business with the State of Alabama. If you have not done business with the State, we would like to learn why not. All comments are welcomed and encouraged, whether positive or areas of concern, and will be recorded for the study analysis and posted on the
Monday, May 06, 2024Estate Planning Nightmares....and how to avoid them!
Foley, Alabama - May 3rd, 2024 - Dusty and Jennifer King of King & King, Attorneys at Law recently shared valuable insights on estate planning pitfalls on Jon Braddock’s podcast, “Estate Planning Nightmares.....and how to avoid them!” Drawing from years of experience, the Kings highlighted the risks associated with having co-personal representatives listed in wills or estate plans. They emphasized the importance of protecting assets and legacies through careful planning. Formerly practicing in family
Monday, May 06, 2024Secretary of State Wes Allen Applauds the Final Passage of Ranked Choice Voting Ban
Wes Allen, Alabama’s Secretary of State, applauds the Alabama Legislature for the passage of SB 186, a bill to ban the practice of ranked choice voting in Alabama elections. “Before I was Alabama’s Secretary of State, I publicly opposed the concept of ranked choice voting in Alabama elections,” said Secretary Allen. “Elections conducted using ranked choice voting violate the fundamental principle of ‘one-person one-vote.’” In elections that utilize ranked choice voting, voters are forced to rank
Monday, May 06, 2024Gulf State Park Pier Repairs Reach Milestone
By DAVID RAINER Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources The reconstruction of the Gulf State Park Pier reached a milestone recently when the walkway to the octagon on the end was partially completed. Lamar Pendergrass, the South Region Operations Supervisor for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks Division, said missing pilings and decking components have been replaced all the way to the octagon, which will allow construction workers much
Wednesday, May 01, 2024South Baldwin Regional Medical Center earns ''A'' Hospital Safety Grade
South Baldwin Regional Medical Center has earned its seventh “A” Hospital Safety Grade in a row since the spring 2021 grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national organization and advocate for patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. “The ‘A’ rating awarded to South Baldwin Regional Medical Center is a
Wednesday, May 01, 2024Baldwin County EMA Newsletter MAY 2024
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Tuesday, April 30, 2024South Baldwin Chamber Celebrates a grand opening for new OWA business Megaverse
Foley, AL - April 25, 2024&##128205; 101-G S OWA Boulevard, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBooc1 The South Baldwin Chamber staff, volunteers, and friends gathered to celebrate the grand opening of OWA's newest entertainment attraction - Megaverse! Megaverse is an "immersive collection" of virtual reality experiences. The VR theater is a large, open space where up to 6 players can compete or cooperate in a dozen different immersive games, including escape rooms and
Tuesday, April 30, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon for Buddy's Home Furnishings of Foley
Foley, AL - April 30, 2024&##128205; 1220-B S McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBoDB5The South Baldwin Chamber staff and volunteers gathered to celebrate a ribbon cutting for Buddy's Home Furnishings in Foley! With a great location right off of Highway 59, Buddy's Home Furnishings' new Foley location is a one-stop shop for all name-brand furniture, appliances, electronics, and more! Founded in 1961, Buddy's operates over 300 franchise locations across the
Monday, April 29, 2024Eco Clean Marine and Alabama Coastal Foundation Join Forces to Clean Up Fort Morgan Beach
Gulf Shores, AL — On April 7, 2024, Eco Clean Marine teamed up with the Alabama Coastal Foundation for an inspiring beach cleanup event at Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores. This exciting initiative brought together a dedicated group of seventy volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and made a big impact in just one hour. Led by the dynamic Courtney Dombroski and her fantastic Eco Team Leads, the event was a whirlwind of activity from start to finish. Courtney and her team’s commitment was clear as they
Friday, April 26, 2024Foley Main Street: Designated as a 2024 Accredited Program by Main Street America
Foley April 25, 2024 – Foley Main Street has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of designated programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. In 2023, the Main Street America programs generated $5.68 billion in local reinvestment, helped open 6,630 net new
Friday, April 26, 2024Scam Alert from the US Small Business Administration
Attention Local Businesses: Beware of Phishing Scams Targeting EIDL Loan Forgiveness It has come to our attention that small businesses in our area are being targeted by fraudulent letters and emails requesting sensitive financial and banking information under the guise of EIDL loan forgiveness. This is a SCAM.EIDL forgiveness does not exist. (Economic Injury Disaster Loan) [https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/covid-19-relief-options/covid-19-economic-injury-disaster-loan/manage-your-eidl] Should
Tuesday, April 23, 2024Regional Gymnastics Returns to Foley
FOLEY, AL – The best gymnasts in the Southeast are returning for Foley for the 2024 Region 8 Level 6/7/8 Regional Championships April 26 – 28, and planners say it’s the city’s track record of successful events that has them returning. USA Gymnastics Region 8 is home to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. In May of 2022, Foley was the first in the state to ever host the Xcel Regional Championships. This time around the Foley Event Center will
Tuesday, April 23, 2024Alabama State Waters Temporarily Close for Shrimping
Press release April 23, 2024 Contact: ADCNR’s Marine Resources Division, (251) 861-2882 Alabama State Waters Temporarily Close for Shrimping Pursuant to Section 9-12-46, Code of Alabama as stated by Rule 220-3-.01, the Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announces that as of 6 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2024, all inside waters will close for commercial and recreational shrimp harvesting. All inside waters, not permanently closed
Friday, April 19, 2024South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce celebrates new Foley business Coastal Paint & Supplies
Foley, AL - April 19, 2024&##128205; 8097 Highway 59, Suite F, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBn1FVThe South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce staff, volunteers, and friends gathered to celebrate the grand opening of Coastal Paint & Supplies in Foley! With its slogan "where color meets quality," Coastal Paint & Supplies is your one-stop shop for both quality paints and personalized service. In addition to its inviting paint-themed decor, the south Foley store aids customers in
Wednesday, April 17, 2024Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail Retains Top Spot in USA Today Readers’ Choice Awards
For the second year in a row, the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail in Baldwin County, Alabama, has been chosen as the top recreational trail in the country in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The awards were announced Wednesday, April 17. “We are extremely proud the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail was awarded this honor for a second straight year,” said Greg Lein, State Parks Director for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR). “Together with our partners
Tuesday, April 16, 2024Baldwin County Commission Introduces New Partnership to Encourage Shared Rides for Commuters in Baldwin County
As businesses in the area continue to grow and commute costs continue to increase, the Baldwin County Commission is creating improvements to the transit system to attract workers to the area while reducing expenses for commuters. In partnership with Commute with Enterprise, Baldwin Regional Area Transit System (BRATS) is helping to establish an innovative and sustainable shared mobility option: vanpooling. The Commute program is a coordinated vanpool program available to people who live inside or
Tuesday, April 16, 2024Volunteers Needed for Derelict Crab Trap Cleanup in Mobile Bay, May 3-4
The Alabama Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) invites the public to take part in a derelict crab trap cleanup in Mobile Bay on Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4, 2024. The derelict traps will be marked on Friday and removed on Saturday. There will be a post-event social at Meaher State Park in Spanish Fort on Saturday, May 4, at approximately 1 p.m. This Derelict Crab Trap Removal Program event is a coordinated effort between MRD
Tuesday, April 16, 2024SBCS announce 51st Annual German Festival
Elberta, Alabama, 2024 – St. Benedict Catholic School is thrilled to announce that the 51st Annual German Festival presented by Wolf Bay Restaurant will be held on Saturday, April 27th, 2024. This outdoor community event, held from 10 AM to 6 PM, offers a variety of attractions from German sausages, food, and baked goods, to arts & crafts vendors, and entertainment! As the school's primary fundraiser, the festival plays a crucial role in promoting the school's mission to inspire young lives to pray,
Monday, April 15, 2024AMEA and its Members announce 2024 scholarship winners
Thirty-nine (39) high school seniors will enroll in a four-year college/university, community college, and/or vocational school in Alabama this year with help from the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA) and its Member cities/utilities through the 2024 AMEA Scholarship Program. Each of the 39 scholarship recipients will receive a $2,500 scholarship for a total of $97,500 awarded in this year’s program. AMEA received 130 scholarship applications in the 2024 program. Since 1992, AMEA and its
Monday, April 15, 2024Eco Clean Marine Leads Successful Trash Pickup Event in Pensacola
[Pensacola, April 13, 2024] - Eco Clean Marine, a group that cares about keeping our environment clean, led a big cleanup event at Flounder’s Parking Lot in Pensacola this past weekend. Our goal was to clean up the area and protect our waterways. We had a team of 47 happy volunteers join us for one hour of cleaning. The event happened on April 13, 2024, and lots of people came to help. Everyone worked hard together to pick up litter and trash from the area. It was amazing to see what we could do when we
Friday, April 12, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon with Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio in Foley
Foley, AL - April 11, 2024&##128205; 8725 Highway 59 S, Suite A, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBmcE6 The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce staff, volunteers, and friends joined to celebrate and cut a ribbon for Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio in Foley! The makeup juggernaut has led the American skin care scene since 1931, providing nearly 100 years of high-quality, affordable, solution-driven cosmetics to women in the United States. Founder Merle Nethercutt Norman subscribed
Monday, April 08, 2024Ribbon Cutting celebrating WESCO Gas & Welding Supply
Summerdale, AL - April 4, 2024&##128205; 1214 Highway 59, Summerdale, AL 36580See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBki59 The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce gathered to celebrate the WESCO Gas & Welding Supply relocation to Summerdale! WESCO Gas & Welding Supply is a local, independently-owned gas and welding distributor with 11 locations scattered along the Gulf Coast in Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, and Louisiana. The company provides quality welding, industrial, and safety supplies, in
Friday, April 05, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon with new hometown shop Foley Pharmacy
Foley, AL - April 2, 2024&##128205; 703 N. McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBk28x The South Baldwin Chamber staff & volunteers gathered in north Foley to celebrate the grand opening of Foley Pharmacy! Providing modern services with old-school customer service, Foley Pharmacy opened on February 26, 2024 as an independent, community pharmacy that is a one-stop shop to meet any customer's pharmaceutical needs. The new business strives to provide the exceptional
Thursday, April 04, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon for new Axe Throwing attraction at the Gulf Bowl
Foley, AL - April 4, 2024&##128205; 2881 S. Juniper Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBjX1g The Gulf Bowl has yet another attraction within its walls. The South Baldwin Chamber celebrating the opening of Axe Throwing at the Gulf Bowl! Its location inside of the Captain's Choice Sports Bar & Grill allows patrons to get their favorite dish and drink while they are throwing axes! This new entertainment adds more than 20 axe throwing games to the family-fun arsenal that
Tuesday, April 02, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon for new Firestone Complete Auto Care in Foley
Foley, AL - April 2, 2024&##128205; 2830 S. McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos of the event here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBjQYyThe South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce braved the rain and celebrated the grand opening for the brand new Firestone Complete Auto Care in March! Located in the heart of Foley along Highway 59, Firestone opened its door in early 2024 to serve the people of Foley and the surrounding communities. Priding itself in its customer service and industry knowledge, Firestone
Monday, April 01, 2024The South Baldwin Chamber welcomes Cornerstone Family Chiropractic to Foley
Foley, AL - March 15, 2024&##128205; 612 S. McKenzie Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBiZPF The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce celebrated and cut a ribbon for brand new Foley business Cornerstone Family Chiropractic! At the company's third location, Dr. Trey Smith leads a team that aims to provide affordable chiropractic care for people of all ages in Baldwin County. "Chiropractic is a drug-free, physiologically compatible health care approach that allows the body
Saturday, March 30, 2024Two Gulf Coast Chambers cut a ribbon with Beachball Cleaning, LLC in Foley
Foley, AL - March 14, 2024&##128205; 1202 Fielding Park Drive, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBiQss The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Alabama Business Chamber gathered with local businesses and friends to celebrate Beachball Cleaning! Beachball Cleaning is the industrial facility that launders all linens associated with Beachball Properties, a local beachfront property rental company along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Owners Hunter & Ginger Harrellson take pride
Thursday, March 28, 2024Ribbon Cutting for Edward Jones | Bob McDowell & Dec McClelland
Gulf Shores, AL - March 7, 2024&##128205; 2001 W. First Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBi5Q6The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Alabama Business Chamber joined to celebrate the new office of local Edward Jones financial advisors Bob McDowell and Dec McClelland! The new building, located in the heart of Gulf Shores, houses both Bob McDowell, Dec McClelland, and their staffs. A Fortune 500 company, Edward Jones is an investment firm that serves over
Wednesday, March 27, 202420th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival on the Horizon, Poster Winner Chosen
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure as the 20th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival returns to Foley on May 2-4, 2024! Held at the vibrant OWA Parks & Resort for the fourth year in a row, this festival promises high-flying excitement and tons of family fun! Prepare for three action-packed days featuring arts and crafts vendors, mouthwatering food trucks, children’s activities, mesmerizing hot air balloon tethered rides and glows, and fabulous live entertainment at the OWA Amphitheater! Join
Wednesday, March 20, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts ribbon with new Foley restaurant Waffles R Wild
Foley, AL – February 29, 2024&##128205; 100-F S. OWA Boulevard, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBhkfv Downtown OWA is home to a new speakeasy-themed restaurant, Waffles R Wild. Owner Danielle Duemmel began the bar & grill in 2017 in Rochester, New York. She built a food truck and opened a restaurant in the Empire State, adding this new Foley location on the southwest side of town. Open 7 days a week, Waffles R Wild serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Its breakfast menu
Wednesday, March 20, 2024Two Chambers celebrate the opening of the Orange Beach Store
Orange Beach, AL – March 6, 2024&##128205; 25777 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBhXqCThe South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Alabama Business Chamber joined on the coast to cut a ribbon with the Orange Beach Store! Situated directly on Perdido Beach Boulevard, the Orange Beach Store carries high-quality, branded Orange Beach merchandise - from apparel and jewelry to drinkware and home decor. Donning the instantly recognizable Orange
Monday, March 18, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts a ribbon with Coastal Medical Group in Foley
Foley, AL – February 28, 2024&##128205; 915 W Laurel Avenue, Suite A, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBhrBR The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce cut a ribbon with the new location of Coastal Medical Group! Situated along Highway 98 in Foley, this new location joins the Gulf Shores practice as the only two Infirmary Health primary care locations in southern Baldwin County. Infirmary Health details primary care medicine as the "provision of basic healthcare to patients... to
Thursday, March 07, 2024Let's Get the Word Out to Alabama Small Businesses • First-ever Alabama Cohort
Applications Open for the First-ever Alabama Cohort Alabama Small Businesses are encouraged to apply to the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. It's a great opportunity for business owners to gain access to tools and knowledge to grow their businesses. The program is offered at no cost to the business owner – every business owner selected receives a full scholarship, with tuition funded by the Goldman Sachs Foundation. Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is designed for business owners who
Saturday, February 17, 2024South Baldwin Chamber celebrates new South Baldwin Medical Group Primary Care in Foley
Foley, AL – February 8, 2024&##128205; 1801 N. McKenzie Street, Suite 1813, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBeh16 The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce cut a ribbon with South Baldwin Medical Group's new Primary Care facility in Foley! This facility, recently updated and expanded, becomes the new home for South Baldwin Medical Group's Foley office after moving across N. McKenzie. In addition to the organization's recent Primary Care facility openings in Orange Beach and Gulf
Friday, February 16, 2024The South Baldwin and Coast Business Chambers cut a ribbon with Southern Sun Laundry of Foley
Foley, AL – January 31, 2024&##128205; 2272 S. Hickory Street, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBdZR6 The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber joined together to cut a ribbon for Southern Sun Laundry in Foley. The Hickory Street facility is newly built to replace Bayou Laundry Services, which was destroyed in a fire in August 2021. With almost double the square footage of the former building, Southern Sun Laundry is a "full-service
Wednesday, February 14, 2024South Baldwin Chamber cuts ribbon with Shorty's Safe Haven
Foley, AL – January 24, 2024&##128205; 12866 Hwy 98, Foley, AL 36535See photos/videos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBe76T Despite the chilly and gray weather, members of the South Baldwin Chamber, diplomats, and friends happily gathered to celebrate Shorty's Safe Haven, one of our newest chamber members!The non-profit, located near Magnolia Springs, provides equine-assisted therapy to Baldwin County's at-risk youth at no cost to the families. As a 501-c3, Shorty's Safe Haven depends on fundraising dollars
Monday, January 08, 2024The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce announced Derrick Cook as Chief Financial Officer
The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Derrick Cook, the current Vice President of Finance, has accepted the promotion to the position of Chief Financial Officer. Derrick hails from the small town of New Brockton in Alabama and moved to Foley after obtaining his Master's in Business Administration from Troy University in 2011. He began his career in Foley working with a local public accounting firm and obtained his CPA license in 2015. With eight years of experience in public
Wednesday, September 06, 2023South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Donna Watts Announces Retirement Plans, Travis Valentine Accepts COO Position
SEE OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE Longtime South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Donna Watts announced her retirement plans and will be retiring at the end of next year, December 2024. Watts has been an instrumental figure in the growth of the organization since 1997. Before coming to Foley, accepting the position after Hattie Little Smith retired, she was director of the Bay Minette Area Chamber of Commerce, now the North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, for 12 years. For more than 38 years working
Monday, July 17, 2023Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Announce 2024 Dates, Seeking Artist for Poster Design
Foley, AL (July 17, 2023) – The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the dates for the 20th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. The 3-day event for 2024 is scheduled for May 2nd-4th at OWA Parks & Resort in Foley, Alabama. The event is currently seeking an artist who will be commissioned to create the artwork that will be on the t-shirt and poster for the 2024 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Criteria for consideration: Artwork must be original by artist.Artist must
Wednesday, June 21, 2023Employee Retention Credit Connection
I hope this message finds you and your business healthy in this 2023 year. In cooperation with the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, I am reaching out to assist your business to navigate the complexities of a program called the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). The ERC program is a government sponsored stimulus program that was designed to help businesses retain employees during the Covid 19 Pandemic. I am reaching out as I believe your business can also benefit from the ERC program. Since October
Wednesday, May 24, 2023Renovated 1925 Foley building becomes chamber office
May 24th, 2023 | City of Foley News FOLEY – A 97-year-old building that survived proposals to tear it down is now the office of the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce after being donated to the organization by the city of Foley. The chamber held an open house Monday, May 22 to display the renovations made to the 5,600 square-foot building. The two-story Mission Revival style structure was built on North Alston Street in 1925. It was the Foley Masonic Lodge for about 50 years. In 2002, the city of Foley
Tuesday, February 28, 2023Winners of the 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest Announced
The winners of the 2023 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest are listed below. As usual, the judges had a very difficult time selecting the winning photos from among the thousands entered. The 2024 contest will be announced later this year. “The abundant diversity in Alabama’s landscape and native wildlife make it a photographer’s paradise,” said Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR). “From the north Alabama mountains to the state’s Gulf Coast,
Monday, December 21, 2020Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Partners with OWA to Relocate Festival Grounds
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASEFoley, AL(December 21, 2020): The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce proudly announces an exciting change for the annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival future. For the first time in 16 years, the festival will now have a new home and be extended to a three-day event. As the event draws a larger crowd year after year the Chamber, City of Foley, and its partners saw a great opportunity to collaborate with OWA and relocate to their state-of-the-art property located at 100 N OWA
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