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Friday, September 25, 2020Perdido Beach Resort Temporarily Halts Operations due to Hurricane Sally
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE 09.24.2020 Perdido Beach Resort Temporarily Halts Operations due to Hurricane Sally ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – (September 24, 2020) - Perdido Beach Resort, the Alabama Gulf Coast’s premier luxury beachfront resort, suffered a significant impact due to Hurricane Sally. Damages to the roof, ballroom, meeting rooms, and guest rooms from wind and water have created a necessity to cease operations for an indefinite period until repairs and renovations can be made throughout
Thursday, September 24, 2020Alabama Coastal Cleanup Modified for September 26 to Accommodate Hurricane Sally Recovery
Press ReleaseSeptember 24, 2020 Contact: Angela Underwood, ADCNR - (251) 928-9792, angela.underwood@dcnr.alabama.gov Spencer Ryan, Alabama PALS - (334) 263-7737, spencer@alpals.org Alabama Coastal Cleanup Modified for September 26 to Accommodate Hurricane Sally Recovery Mobile, Alabama – The Alabama Coastal Cleanup has been rescheduled to take place this Saturday, September 26, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Event organizers have modified cleanup zone accessibility to accommodate coastal communities in
Wednesday, September 23, 2020BALDWIN COUNTY MEDIA ALERT RECOVERY UPDATE #4
BALDWIN COUNTY MEDIA ALERT RECOVERY UPDATE #4 BALDWIN COUNTY, AL, (Sept. 22, 2020) – Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (BCEMA) asks for the media’s help in sharing the following new information. CLICK HERE FOR PRESS RELEASE
Wednesday, September 23, 2020Applications Now Being Accepted for Alabama’s CARES Act Marine Industry Relief Program
Press release September 23, 2020 Contact: ADCNR Marine Resources Division, (251) 968-7576 Applications Now Being Accepted for Alabama’s CARES Act Marine Industry Relief Program The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) announces that it is currently accepting applications for its Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act relief program for fishery-related businesses. The program was established to provide financial
Monday, September 21, 2020SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Alabama Affected by Hurricane Sally
SEE OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE HERE SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza issued the following statement after the announcement of the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in Alabama affected by Hurricane Sally beginning Sept. 14, 2020. Businesses and residents in the declared area can now apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration. “The SBA is strongly committed to providing Alabama residents with the most effective response possible to assist businesses,
Tuesday, September 15, 2020Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Benefiting Swift Elementary
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Benefiting Swift ElementarySPAGHETTI DINNERA BENEFIT FOR SWIFT SCHOOL Saturday, September 194:00 till 6:00 pmAt Morgan’s Chapel United Methodist(right across from the school) Spaghetti with homemade meat sauce Garlic rolls and YUMMY cookies **Drive-up service only**Advance Orders WelcomeTo order ahead call 251-597-8037Suggested donation $10/adult, $5/childBut All Donations Welcome! All proceeds benefit Swift School Y’all Come Out & Support Swift School Sponsored
Tuesday, September 15, 2020News Release: 9/15/2020 12:36 PM
Here is the latest forecast information and updates related to Hurricane Sally from Jenni Guerry, Deputy Director of the Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency. The most significant change to this update is that the rainfall potential has increased. River flood predictions are historic. Please help share the information so that people may take appropriate action. Baldwin County has declared a local state of emergency and Gov. Ivey requested a pre-disaster emergency declaration for the state of
Tuesday, September 15, 2020News Release: 9/15/2020 2:27 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BALDWIN COUNTY, ALABAMA – September 15, 2020 – The Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency and the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office are asking all residents living in the Fish River, Styx River or Perdido River areas to evacuate immediately and seek safe shelter. Those living in vulnerable housing including RVs, trailers, or other housing that is not safe are asked to seek safe shelter. There is now an imminent threat, high flood risk and historic flooding is expected.
Monday, September 14, 2020Applications Now Being Accepted for Alabama’s CARES Act Marine Industry Relief Program
Press releaseSeptember 14, 2020Contact: ADCNR Marine Resources Division, (251) 968-7576Applications Now Being Accepted for Alabama’s CARES Act Marine Industry Relief ProgramThe Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) announces that it is currently accepting applications for its Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act relief program for fishery-related businesses. The program was established to provide financial relief for losses
Wednesday, September 09, 2020SuperCup Marries Competition With Safety
FOLEY, AL – Operations at Foley Sports Tourism (FST) changed when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Events became smaller initially and gave the organization the ability to focus on implementing additional safety equipment and protocols. The return of the Publix SuperCup this month will be a huge step back to larger-scale events. The Publix SuperCup, now in its 13th year, is a joint venture between Snap Soccer and the Perdido Bay Futbol Club (PBFC). It began in 2007 but by 2014 had grown so large they had to
Wednesday, September 09, 2020Southern Eye Group Welcomes Gayla Rowland, MD
Southern Eye Group is proud to announce the addition of board-certified Ophthalmologist Gayla Rowland, MD to the physician team. The Gulf Coast naïve, born in Crestview, FL completed her undergraduate with honors, where she majored in Physical Science and Biology at Troy University in Alabama. She received her medical degree at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, FL graduating in the top 10% of her class. Her post graduate training included an internship in Internal Medicine
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Wednesday, September 09, 2020Baldwin REALTORS® Looks to Give Back
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 9, 2020 Baldwin REALTORS® Looks to Give Back ROBERTSDALE, Ala. – The Baldwin REALTORS® Community Service Committee seeks to provide financial assistance to local Baldwin County charity organizations, as part of their annual “Thanks & Giving” initiative. This initiative is made possible by available end-of-year funds accumulated through the Community Service Committee’s budget along with office fines collected through the Baldwin Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Knowing
Wednesday, September 09, 2020Secretary Merrill Encourages Voters to Exercise Caution When Following Links from Third Parties
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, September 9, 2020 – MONTGOMERY – As the November 3 General Election draws closer, the number of texting campaigns encouraging voters to participate in the upcoming election has substantially increased.“Links from third parties often misdirect or mislead voters. During a time when many voters may already be confused about the changes being made to the elections process, it is important to remind Alabama voters that AlabamaVotes.gov is the trusted source for election
Tuesday, September 08, 2020Weeks Bay Foundation is now South Alabama Land Trust
For Immediate Release September 8, 2020Weeks Bay Foundation is now South Alabama Land Trust Building on 30 years of land protection that began around Weeks Bay and now includes coastal Alabama, the Weeks Bay Foundation is now South Alabama Land Trust. Protecting land and promoting environmental education remains the central focus of South Alabama Land Trust; only the area and need have grown to address rapidly-decreasing greenspace, wetlands, and natural plant and wildlife habitats. In its
Tuesday, September 08, 2020LEGENDS IN CONCERT PRESENTS DIRECT FROM LONDON FOR THE FIRST TIME AT OWA!
Tributes to Elton John, Freddie Mercury, Rod Stewart and George Michael will wow audiences in Coastal Alabama beginning September 17 FOLEY, AL (September 8, 2020) – For the first time in history, four Legends come together for an incredible engagement to kick off the 2020 fall Legends in Concert Season starting September 17 at the OWA Theater. The longest-running and most-awarded show in Las Vegas, Legends in Concert, will pay tribute to some of the biggest icons and luminaries in British music history
Friday, September 04, 202033rd Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup Set for September 19-27
Press ReleaseSeptember 4, 2020 33rd Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup Set for September 19-27Pandemic safety precautions in place for event Mobile, Alabama – Are you looking for an opportunity to get outside with friends and family and do something that benefits your community? If so, you are encouraged to help “get the trash out of the splash” during the 33rd Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup. The event will take place in Baldwin and Mobile counties from September 19-27, 2020.Due to potential COVID-19
Friday, September 04, 2020OWA Celebrates 2020 Labor Day Weekend with Car Show, Fireworks, Live Music
More than 100 classic cars, free fireworks display, in-Park family activities (Foley, Alabama) — This Labor Day weekend celebrate at a free, socially distanced event as OWA hosts its third annual Labor Day Car Show, as well as free Labor Day Celebration Fireworks, and fun festivities starting Saturday, September 5, 2020. “This is the third year we are partnering with Foley First Baptist Church Missions Program to produce the ever-expanding OWA Labor Day Car Show,” said Kristin Hellmich, OWA’s Director
Tuesday, September 01, 2020Alabama Oyster Community Meeting to be held September 17
Press releaseSeptember 1, 2020Contact: Jason Herrmann, (251) 861-2882 Alabama Oyster Community Meeting to be held September 17The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) will host an oyster meeting on Thursday, September 17, 2020, from 1-3 p.m. at the Bayou La Batre Community and Senior Center located at 12745 Padgett Switch Rd., Irvington, Alabama, 36544.The focus of the meeting will be to update the community about present MRD activities
Tuesday, September 01, 2020Shelby Announces $10.1 Million for Improvements to Airports in Alabama
Sep 01 2020Shelby Announces $10.1 Million for Improvements to Airports in AlabamaWASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Richard Shelby (R-Ala.) today announced that four airports across the state of Alabama will receive a total of $10,109,066 in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants for improvements to airport infrastructure. The grant funding, awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), has been made available through annual appropriations measures, as well as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and
Tuesday, September 01, 20202021 Poster Design Contest
September 1, 2020 The 17th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Committee is seeking an artist who will be commissioned to produce the t-shirt and poster artwork for the 2021 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival. Please do not submit more than 3 drafts. Criteria for consideration: Artwork must be original by artist. Artist must be 18 years of age or older. Theme should include: Hot Air Balloons, Art, Music, and the Gulf Coast Name of the Festival should be included in artwork: 17th
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Tuesday, September 01, 2020Our Team is Growing | Caldwell Wenzel & Asthana
We are thrilled to have Christine Lewis join the CWA team! Chris is a new litigation paralegal in our Foley office assisting partner, Patrick Prendergast. We cannot express just how happy we are to have her on board! Welcome to the CWA family, Chris! We see you and Patrick accomplishing many great things for our clients. Welcome aboard!
Tuesday, August 18, 2020Columbia Southern University Announces New Programs for Emergency Responders
Degree Programs Emphasize Emergency Medical Services, Homeland Security Education ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Columbia Southern University is introducing four emergency response degree programs to its academic catalog. The new programs offer curricula based on industry trends, applicant and student requests, and consultations with subject-matter experts. These concentrations include:Associate of Science in Emergency Medical ServicesMaster of Science in Homeland Security – Criminal JusticeMaster of Science
Thursday, August 13, 2020NEW CAR TAG TO SUPPORT ALABAMA SMALL BUSINESSES
Birmingham, Ala. - Alabama residents may soon be able to show their commitment to supporting local businesses with a distinctive car tag. TheShop Local Support Small Business tag will be produced if at least 1,000 complete an online application and pay a $50 fee by July 31, 2021. Main Street Alabama, the benefitting organization, will use proceeds to support workshops and small business grants. Casey Middlebrooks, Hoover City Councilman, explained that a group of Jefferson County Councilors meet
Wednesday, August 12, 2020Columbia Southern University Reaches Academic Milestone
Local University Earns 50th Certified Course from Leading Quality Assurance Program ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Mathematics 2301. That is the official name of the course, also known as elementary statistics, which earned Columbia Southern University its 50th Quality Matters (QM) certification. QM certified courses benefit both students and faculty members by improving faculty instruction and the feedback that students receive from their instructors. “Our instructional designers and faculty members work
Tuesday, August 11, 2020CCAA Names 8 Local Chamber Professionals as Accredited Alabama Chamber Executives
CCAA Names 8 Local Chamber Professionals as Accredited Alabama Chamber ExecutivesMONTGOMERY, AL – The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) announced today that eight Alabama chamber professionals have received the Accredited Alabama Chamber Executive distinction (AACE).Those receiving the AACE were: Donny Jones, The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Kirk Mancer, The Shelby County Chamber; Dean Mitchell, Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce; Jim Page, The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama; Rick
Friday, August 07, 2020News Release: 8/7/2020 RedSnapper
Private Anglers To Get One More Opportunity at Red Snapper By DAVID RAINER Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Just when it appeared that the 2020 red snapper season was a wrap, private recreational anglers are likely to get one more opportunity to fish this year. Scott Bannon, Director of the Alabama Marine Resources Division (MRD), said the preliminary harvest numbers for the private recreational sector indicate about 100,000 pounds remain in the quota of 1,122,622 pounds. The
Thursday, August 06, 2020RAFFLE: 3-day Stay at Turquoise Place in OBA
The mission of The Lighthouse, a non-profit agency, is toeliminate family violence and sexual assault through education, intervention services, crisis hotline, family shelter, court advocacy, and collaboration with the community. We provide services to Baldwin, Monroe, Conecuh, and Escambia counties in Alabama. We count on funds raised through specific fundraisers to continue providing services not specifically covered through grants. The Lighthouse’s annual fundraiser, the Sunset Supper, had to be
Monday, August 03, 2020Summerdale Set to Soar with Revitalization Initiative
For Immediate Release (Summerdale, AL) - DesignAlabama is at it again with their DesignPlace initiative, and this time, eyes are set on Summerdale. As the third fastest-growing municipality in the state and minutes away from the Alabama Gulf Coast, Summerdale is an up-and-coming prime locale with exciting design and revitalization plans in store for the near future. As small towns throughout Alabama continue to reinvent themselves, Summerdale has definitely joined this rejuvenation movement with
Thursday, July 30, 2020PureLife RxAngels & FREE Antibiotics Programs
Pure Life Pharmacy is EXCITED to announce that we have recently launched two "New Programs" which were designed to continue helping our local community receive the medications they need. (1) FREE Antibiotics Program - Five (5) leading generic antibiotics for adults and children - FREE. (2) RxAngels Program - A "New" pharmacy program that allows people to "Pay it Forward" and provide for someone's medication at no cost to them. Please visit: www.RxAngels.gives to learn more. Please support us by
Wednesday, July 29, 2020Governor Ivey Issues Amended Safer at Home Order
PRESS CONFERENCE: July 29, 2020 | 11:00 AM CSTCOVID-19 UPDATES | Gov. Kay Ivey MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday issued her fifteenth supplemental emergency proclamation containing an amended Safer at Home Order that includes a statewide mask requirement. Individuals will be required to wear a mask or other facial covering when in public and in close contact with other people, as described in the order. This amended order extends until August 31, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Amended Safer at Home
Monday, July 27, 2020CDC Isolation Guidelines Change for Adults With COVID-19
ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTHThe RSA Tower, 201 Monroe Street, P.O. Box 303017, Montgomery, AL 36130-3017(334) 206-5300 • FAX (334) 206-5520 Web Site: alabamapublichealth.govNEWS RELEASECDC isolation guidelines change for adults with COVID-19FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Karen Landers, M.D., (256) 383-1231Most adults who have had mild to moderate COVID-19 illness can now leave isolation after completing10 days in home isolation and persons do not need to be retested before returning to work,
Thursday, July 23, 2020THE SPINE INSTITUTE AT BALDWIN BONE & JOINT ANNOUNCES EXPANSION
THE SPINE INSTITUTE AT BALDWIN BONE & JOINT ANNOUNCES EXPANSION WITH NEW CLINICAL TEAM MEMBER, KRISTY W. BARRENTINE, MSN, RN, ACNP-BC DAPHNE, ALA. (July 23, 2020) —The Spine Institute at Baldwin Bone & Joint is expanding its practice with the addition of Kristy W. Barrentine, a board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. Barrentine’s clinical focus has been spine treatment, with experience in both neurosurgery and interventional pain management. Barrentine became a registered nurse in 2004 and earned
Thursday, July 23, 2020USA College of Medicine research examines novel genetic pathway that could treat COVID-19
USA College of Medicine research examines novel genetic pathway that could treat COVID-19, new viral infections Mobile, AL (July 23, 2020) -- A recent discovery at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine shows there is a contributor in the body that helps fight viral infections. According to Glen Borchert, Ph.D., associate professor of pharmacology at the USA College of Medicine, his team found that the body pumps a new form of transfer ribonucleic acid (tRNA) fragments into lung fluid which
Tuesday, July 21, 2020ALDI TO OPEN REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN BALDWIN COUNTY
July 21, 2020 ALDI TO OPEN REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER IN BALDWIN COUNTYLoxley, Ala. – ALDI U.S., a leader in the grocery retailing industry since 1976, announced plans to construct a new regional headquarters and distribution center in Loxley, Alabama, to support the company’s growing footprint along the Gulf Coast. The retailer purchased 160 acres in Loxley’s industrial and warehousing district, north of I-10 exit 44. The upcoming 564,000-square-foot facility will bring approximately
Wednesday, July 08, 2020Governor Ivey Announces $100 Million Small Business Grant Program “Revive Alabama”
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the Revive Alabama grant program to support small businesses in Alabama that have been impacted by COVID-19. Revive Alabama will reimburse small businesses up to a combined $100 million for expenses they have incurred due to operational interruptions caused by the pandemic and related business closures. “In many ways, our small businesses were hit the hardest from the coronavirus pandemic,” Governor Ivey said. “Ensuring these owners have every
Monday, July 06, 2020Columbia Southern University Adds Four Program Concentrations
Columbia Southern University Adds Four Program Concentrations Local University Designs Program Focuses to Meet Evolving Industry TrendsORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Columbia Southern University (CSU), a leading online educator, is pleased to introduce four new degree program concentrations to its academic catalog. The degree program concentrations offer curricula based on current industry trends, applicant and student requests, and consultations with subject-matter experts. Concentrations include:Bachelor of
Wednesday, July 01, 2020PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING MANDATORY MASK REQUIREMENT FOR CIRCUIT COURTS IN BALDWIN COUNTY COURTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - on behalf of J. Clark Stankoski, Presiding Circuit Judge 28th Judicial Circuit BALDWIN COUNTY, AL July 1, 2020 – PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING MANDATORY MASK REQUIREMENT FOR CIRCUIT COURTS IN BALDWIN COUNTY COURTS. Judge Stankoski issued an order today mandating that all persons wear a mask in the Baldwin County Courts including the satellite courts in Foley and Fairhope beginning July 6, 2020. This mandate includes but is not limited to: court employees, visitors, witnesses, law
Tuesday, June 30, 2020News Release: Governor Ivey Issues Amended Safer at Home Order 6/30/2020
JUNE 30, 2020MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday issued an amended Safer at Home Order to be applied statewide. The current order, which took effect on May 22, was previously set to expire on Friday, July 3, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. but has been extended to expire on July 31, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. Safer at Home Order Safer at Home Info Sheet 1 Safer at Home Info Sheet 2 Safer at Home Info Sheet 3 Twelfth Supplemental State of Emergency Official Press Releases from Governor Kay Ivey
Tuesday, June 30, 2020Enterprising Women Names Coulter, Campbell & Vitiello to its Advisory Board
RALEIGH, N.C., July 1 – Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women magazine, has appointed Wendy Coulter, Jennie McNeill Campbell and Jill Vitiello to the Enterprising Women Advisory Board. All three have built multidimensional award-winning businesses, are sought-after thought leaders in their fields, and are active contributors to the advancement of professionalism. As such, they embody the leadership values of Enterprising Women and its network of successful women business owners across
Wednesday, June 24, 2020SOUTHERN CANCER CENTER RELOCATES FOLEY CLINIC
FOLEY, AL- Southern Cancer Center (SCC) is pleased to announce the relocation of its Foley, Alabama clinic to the new address - 669 South McKenzie Street, Suite 103. Opening on July 1, 2020, SCC is proud to offer the most advanced and comprehensive cancer care available in the South Baldwin area. “We are extremely excited to open this new state-of-the-art facility. We will now be able to provide our patients with all the comforts they deserve. These upgraded amenities will include an increased number of
Thursday, June 18, 2020SOUTH BALDWIN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER BREAKS GROUND ON FREESTANDING EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SOUTH BALDWIN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER BREAKS GROUND ON FREESTANDING EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Satellite Emergency Department Will Be Open 24/7 to Care for Emergencies Foley, Alabama (June 18, 2020) – Today, South Baldwin Regional Medical Center welcomed community, business and healthcare leaders to a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction at the new South Baldwin Regional Medical Center Freestanding Emergency Department. The freestanding emergency department,
Thursday, June 18, 2020South Baldwin Regional Medical Center Announces Largest Building Program In The Hospital’s History
June 18, 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE South Baldwin Regional Medical Center Announces Largest Building Program In The Hospital’s History $170 Million Expansion and Renovation to Advance Medical Care for the Region FOLEY, Ala. (June 18, 2020) – South Baldwin Regional Medical Center has announced a $170 million dollar major expansion and renovation to advance medical services for the growing population of Baldwin County and greater coastal Alabama. Patients will experience a facility designed to provide
Wednesday, May 20, 2020New Head Coach Announced for Foley Lady Lions Soccer
Foley High School is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Terry Stefankiewicz as the Head Coach of the Lady Lions Soccer Team. “Soccer is becoming an increasingly important sport in our community,” said Principal Russ Moore, “and I believe Coach Stefankiewicz has the experience and ability to take this great program to new heights.” Stefankiewicz has been coaching men’s and women’s soccer for more than 30 years, including the University of St. Francis, Indiana-Purdue of Fort Wayne (IPFW), and most
Wednesday, May 20, 2020Jordan Ebert to Lead Lion’s Baseball Team
Foley High School is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Jordan Ebert as the school’s Head Baseball Coach. “Coach Ebert is a familiar face in our community,” said Principal Russ Moore. “Anyone who was in town when he was a small boy can attest to his dedication to excellence in sports and in life. We are very pleased to have him on board in an official capacity and know that he will have a big impact on our PE students and our baseball athletes.” Ebert, a graduate of Baldwin County High School,
Friday, May 15, 2020Gilliland to lead Men’s Varsity Basketball at Foley High School
By Tyson Reed (Foley, AL) Mr. Jared Gilliland has been named the Head Coach of Foley High School’s Men’s Varsity Basketball Team. Gilliland, who will be teaching science at the school, has a stellar coaching record in multiple sports and has received countless accolades for his work leading teams in competition. “My personal goal is to continue to be a transformational coach day in and day out,” said Gilliland. “I want to build a program that is known for elite-level, competitive play and I want the
Monday, May 11, 2020The Baldwin Center for Business Development Opens June 1, 2020
The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and their strategic partners are excited to announce the opening of The Baldwin Center for Business Development"This is an extraordinary opportunity to provide a one-stop-shop for workforce development, business incubation and acceleration, access to exceptional employee training, professional development, and customer service." FOLEY, AL (May 11, 2020) — On June 1, 2020, the South Baldwin Chamber office will relocate to the 38,000 square foot building at
Monday, May 04, 2020Alabama Tourism Industry 2019 Economic Impact 2019 Economic Impact
Alabama Tourism Department Annual Report2019 Record Traveler Expenditures Near $17 billion By Lee Sentell Twenty-eight million tourists spent a record $16.8 billion while vacationing in Alabama in 2019, thanks to the arrival of more than a million additional guests who spent a billion dollars more than tourists the previous year. For the first time guests paid more than one billion dollars in taxes to state and local governments, dollars which saved the average state family an estimated $537 a year in
Wednesday, March 25, 2020Jennie Campbell to Be Honored at Enterprising Women of the Year Awards
RALEIGH, N.C. – New Orleanian Jennie Campbell – the CEO and president of Stewart Steelwood Investments LLC – is among the honorees at the 2020 Enterprising Women of the Year Awards produced by Enterprising Women magazine. The event is an annual tribute to the world’s top women entrepreneurs. Honorees will be recognized at a celebration and conference scheduled for **March 29-31 in Clearwater Beach, Fla. To win, nominees must demonstrate that they have fast-growth businesses, mentor or actively
Friday, January 10, 2020TAXPAYER WORKSHOP • 2020 DATES (4)
Baldwin County Sales & Use Tax/License Inspection DepartmentTaxpayer WorkshopDates in 2020 March 10th • June 9th (June's workshop has been canceled) • September 15th • December 8th The Baldwin County Sales & Use Tax/License Inspection Department holds a quarterly taxpayer workshop for new and existing businesses. There is no fee to attend, and advanced registration is not required. Some of the items that will be discussed at each workshop are: • What types of businesses are subject to State of
Wednesday, September 11, 2019CHANCELLOR ANNOUNCES DR. CRAIG POUNCEY AS PRESIDENT OF COASTAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
MONTGOMERY – At the Alabama Community College System board of trustees meeting on Wednesday, Chancellor Jimmy H. Baker announced the selection of Dr. Craig Pouncey as president of Coastal Alabama Community College. Pouncey’s appointment was unanimously approved by the board of trustees. A career educator and administrator, Pouncey has more than 38 years of classroom and leadership experience in Alabama at the state and local levels. Pouncey currently serves as the Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools,
Tuesday, August 06, 2019CCAA Names Local Chambers as Accredited Alabama Chambers of Commerce
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 2, 2019 CCAA Names Local Chambers as Accredited Alabama Chambers of Commerce MONTGOMERY, AL – The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) announced today that two local chambers of commerce have received the Accredited Alabama Chamber of Commerce distinction (AACC). The chambers of commerce receiving the AACC were Chilton County Chamber of Commerce and South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. The announcement was made at the CCAA’s summer convention in Gulf
