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Friday, January 15, 2021THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCES COVID-19 MASS VACCINATION CLINIC IN BALDWIN COUNTY
January 15, 2021 New Release from BALDWIN COUNTY EMA The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is the lead agency for the COVID-19 mass vaccination initiative. The Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (BCEMA) and the City of Daphne is working together to coordinate support for the vaccine initiative. Due to the limited vaccine supply, ADPH has delineated a phased approach to vaccine distribution to the members of the community. The ADPH vaccination plan can be found here:
Friday, January 15, 2021Callin All Young Artists! You're invited: ART DESIGN T-SHIRT CONTEST 2021
The South Baldwin Chamber Foundation (SBCF) would like to invite students from the schools we serve to help us design the 2021 BBQ & Blues Cook-Off t-shirt. Parents and teachers, please encourage your students and kids to take advantage of this opportunity to show off their artistic side, be recognized, and win $50! All entries must be turned in by Friday, February 5th. A SBCF representative will be coming by the schools to collect the entries on Monday, February 8, 2021. RULES:Art must cover a 12" x 12"
Thursday, January 14, 2021PRESS CONFERENCE - COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS TO BE HELD IN BALDWIN COUNTY
BALDWIN COUNTY, AL – January 13, 2021 – A press conference with the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (BCEMA), and the City of Daphne will be held Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 3:00 PM at the Daphne Civic Center. Media is invited to attend and ask questions to the available presenters. The press conference will also be live-streamed on the Baldwin County EMA Facebook page (@BaldwinCountyEMA). For more information, contact Jenni Guerry, Baldwin
Thursday, January 14, 2021SBA - Paycheck Protection Program
SBA will re-open the #PaycheckProtection Program loan portal to PPP-eligible lenders with $1 billion or less in assets for First and Second Draw applications on Friday, January 15 at 9 a.m. ET. The portal will fully open on Tuesday, January 19 to all participating PPP lenders to submit First and Second Draw loan applications to SBA. Earlier in the week, SBA granted dedicated PPP access to Community Financial Institutions which include Community Development Financial Institutions, Minority Depository
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Wednesday, January 13, 2021Baldwin County's 2020 Year-Over-Year Housing Report
ROBERTSDALE, Ala. – There’s no denying it – real estate was a profitable industry for Baldwin County in 2020. Even amidst a global pandemic and a low-inventory market, Baldwin County still managed to top 2019’s sales volume, sales price and total properties sold. Properties also spent less time on the market than the year prior. Baldwin REALTORS®Multiple Listing Service (MLS) reports the total amount of residential new listings with effective dates in 2020 was 12,720 properties, compared to 13,063 in
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Wednesday, January 13, 2021Baldwin County's December 2020 Housing Report
ROBERTSDALE, Ala. – The Baldwin County housing market finished 2020 with strong December statistics reported by Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Though new inventory was lacking 6% compared to December 2019, both the Traditional Residential area of Baldwin County and the Resort area still had increases in closed sales. Altogether, the county saw a total amount of $248,610,876 in closed sales – a 30.6% increase compared to $190,414,710 in December 2019. For the third month in 2020, the
Wednesday, January 13, 2021IRS – All taxpayers now eligible for Identity Protection PINs
The Identity Protection PIN is a six-digit number assigned to eligible taxpayers and is known only to the taxpayer and the IRS. It helps prevent identity thieves from filing fraudulent tax returns using a taxpayer’s Social Security number. IR-2021-09, January 12, 2021 — All taxpayers now eligible for Identity Protection PINs IR-2021-09SP, January 12, 2021 — Todos los contribuyentes ahora son elegibles para PIN de Protección de Identidad | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)
Wednesday, January 13, 2021The Tri-City Community Foundation Announces New Funding Opportunities for Local Organizations as Grant Cycle Opens
GULF SHORES, AL. January 13, 2021 – The Advisory Committee of the Tri-City Community Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of its second competitive grant cycle for local nonprofits. This grant cycle will focus on addressing the needs of the Tri-City community, and funding will be awarded to organizations that are striving to improve the quality of life of residents. The invitation to submit applications will be made available on January 18, 2021 and the deadline to apply is February 5, 2021. The
Wednesday, January 13, 2021COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC
WHAT: COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICWHERE: Daphne Civic Center 2603 US Hwy 98 Daphne, AL 36526WHEN: TUEs & THUs (Jan 19/Jan 21/Jan 26/Jan 28) TUEs & THUs (Jan 19/Jan 21/Jan 26/Jan 28)TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCHEDULED TO CONDUCT COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINICS IN BALDWIN COUNTY BALDWIN COUNTY, AL - January 13, 2021 – The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (BCEMA), and the City of Daphne are working together
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Monday, January 11, 2021New Year Brings Big Changes for the South Baldwin Chamber and Foundation
(Foley, AL) – January is always a time of new beginnings and January 2021 is no exception. The South Baldwin Chamber has exciting news to share; we have two new employees joining our team, an upward move for one of our long-time team members, and a departure to announce.Gale Croft, Vice President of the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation, has accepted a new position with Big Brother Big Sisters as a Match Specialist. Gale has served at the helm of the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation for almost six years. Two
Monday, January 11, 2021WARREN AVERETT ANNOUNCES 2021 NEW MEMBERS
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (January 11, 2021) — Warren Averett is proud to announce that seven individuals have been promoted to Members of the Firm. Warren Averett is extremely proud of these individuals’ demonstrated commitment to the Firm and its values. JOSHUA BOWEN, CPA, CGMA, CAMS (Audit, Montgomery) Josh provides audits and compliance consulting to the financial institutions and public sector organizations. He has largely focused his practice on providing external and internal audits and Bank Secrecy Act
Monday, January 11, 2021SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
Ascent built to assist nearly 13 million women-owned small businessesWASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza, today announced the launch of Ascent, a first-of-its-kind, free digital e-learning platform geared to help women entrepreneurs grow and expand their businesses. Ascent has valuable content such as tips on preparing and recovering from disasters, strategic marketing and business financial strategy development.Ascent is a joint initiative between the White
Friday, January 08, 2021Alabama EMA/FEMA Private Sector Advisory #10
[AlabamaEMA/FEMA Private Sector Advisory #10 contains updated recovery information to help you, your employees, customers, members, students, faculty, or staff who were affected by Hurricane Sally.]VIEW A (PDF) PRINTABLE COPY HERE DR-4563-AL Hurricane Sally This joint AlabamaEMA/FEMA Advisory includes information on state and federal resources available to help Alabama businesses and employees recover from Hurricane Sally. To subscribe to DR-4563-AL ESF-15 Private Sector Advisories click here 2-1-1
Thursday, January 07, 2021USA Health Receives $4 Million Grant
MOBILE, Ala. (1/6/2021) -- USA Health has received a grant for approximately $4 million from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to purchase and install a full-load generator system at University Hospital to ensure full electrical capacity during a power failure. “These funds will ensure that the healthcare services the people and businesses of our region rely on USA Health to provide will continue even during natural disasters or other power disruptions,” said John V. Marymont, M.D., M.B.A.,
Thursday, January 07, 2021New Dinner Show, Comedy Fest Coming Soon to OWA
Get ready for a night of laughs and a delicious dinner show in 2021 (Foley, Alabama) — If you’re looking to shake up your winter nights, OWA’s entertainment options have you covered. Two exciting, limited-run shows are making headlines this January and February. The 4th annual Gulf Coast Comedy Fest makes its return to OWA, as well as the much-loved series featuring Brandon Styles’ Trip Down Memory Lane Dinner Show. You know his Variety and Magic Shows, but now Brandon Styles brings back his highly
Thursday, January 07, 2021HAND ARENDALL HARRISON SALE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE
Mobile, AL – January 7, 2021– Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC is proud to announce the launch of its new website. Handfirm.com was created with first-time visitors and long-term clients in mind, whether you know the firm or are looking for legal representation. The new site provides improved navigation and functionality bringing relevant legal news, attorney contact management and firm services together. “With our firm’s growth and recent merger, it was time to do this; to freshen, update, and step
Thursday, January 07, 2021News Release: 1/7/2021 Saunders Yachtworks
Congratulations to the employees of Saunders Yachtworks! At the 2021 annual company-wide meeting, service awards were given to staff who have achieved significant career milestones. Congratulations, everyone! Pictured (Left to Right): Brooks Cochran (10 years); Bob Anderson (5 years); Randy Maddox (40 years); Mackie Lister (5 years); Tony Graham (5 years); Shanna Smith (15 years); Glen Rylee (15 years); and Eddie Waters (30 years).
Thursday, January 07, 2021Downtown Foley - A Renaissance of Economics
There is a lot of action and excitement going on in Downtown Foley. 2020 wasn’t the best of years, with COVID and Hurricanes Sally and Zeta. There are and there will continue to be struggles resulting in the need to be creative and proactive in 2021. So, it is great to see positive activity in the Downtown Foley District. Warren Averett is a top accounting firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and consulting services to companies across the Southeast. Warren Averett chose to move their Foley office
Tuesday, January 05, 2021WARREN AVERETT’S FOLEY OFFICE RELOCATES TO NEW OFFICE SPACE
FOLEY, AL (January 5, 2021): Warren Averett has relocated its Foley office to the revitalized Main Street District of Foley. As of January 5, 2021, the Foley team will operate out of a new workspace at 112 West Laurel Avenue, Foley, AL 36535. “We are excited for this move,” said Kevin Leeser, Foley Office Managing Member. “We’re proud to be a part of the Main Street District’s resurgence, and we’re confident this new location will be a positive move for the Foley team and our clients.” “We knew downtown
Tuesday, January 05, 2021Avizo Group, Inc. Announces LeeAnn May, CPA as Shareholder
(Fairhope, Ala.) Avizo Group, Inc. (formerly Hartmann, Blackmon & Kilgore P.C.), one of the Gulf Coast's leading CPA and business consulting firms, has announced the naming of LeeAnn May, CPA as the organization’s newest shareholder.LeeAnn May has been promoted to Shareholder. May has been promoted to Shareholder and is the director of the Mobile office location. She began her career with Avizo Group upon graduating from Troy University in 2008. Her steady growth within the firm can be attributed to
Monday, January 04, 2021USS ALABAMA Crewmate Program Applications Begin Accepted
Mobile, Alabama, January 4, 2021 – Now hear this! Battleship Memorial Park is now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 USS ALABAMA Crewmate Program. Applications are available to download from our website at www.ussalabama.com/get-involved/crewmates/ or may be picked up at Battleship Memorial Park’s Ticket Office, 2703 Battleship Parkway. The Ticket Office is opened daily from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Deadline for application submission is Monday, February 1, 4:00 p.m. The USS ALABAMA Crewmate
Monday, January 04, 2021ADPH launches new COVID-19 dashboard, welcomes arrival of some Moderna vaccine
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has launched a new COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Dashboard which will make it easier for the public to navigate vaccine information. The dashboard, which details the number of vaccines shipped to Alabama and dispensed, can be viewed at: https://arcg.is/OrCeyThe COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Dashboard can also be accessed on the newly created COVID-19 Dashboard Hub. This will provide easy access to the Vaccine Distribution, Data and Surveillance, School and Risk
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
Friday, December 04, 2020CCAA-BCA Partnership Names Alabama Small Business and Emerging Business Award Winners
Dec. 4, 2020CCAA-BCA Partnership Names Alabama Small Business and Emerging Business Award Winners MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Dec. 4, 2020) – The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama and the Business Council of Alabama today announced the twelve “Alabama Small Business of the Year” and “Emerging Small Business of the Year” award winners during the CCAA-BCA annual meeting here. Winners were awarded at three levels, Gold Award, Silver Award and Bronze Award in four different categories, Emerging, 1-10
Wednesday, December 02, 2020Murder at Mama’s Dinner Theatre
Murder at Mama’s Dinner Theatre is a murder mystery comedy. Mama suspects her four step-children are out to get her to inherit her millions. But which one is it? In this hilarious comedy, audience members become witnesses to who committed the crime. Now taking reservations for Thursday evenings, January 7 through February 25. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. with limited seating and cash bar. Tickets are $45 for adults and $25 for children 12 years and under. Call Luna’s Eat & Drink at 251-980-5862.
Wednesday, November 18, 2020Baldwin County Chamber Coalition Supports Campaign to Keep Alabama Open
The Baldwin County Chamber Coalition supports the Keep Alabama Open campaign. Our local business owners and their employees have worked diligently to follow orders and best practices from officials and experts in order to keep customers and themselves safe; we must allow our businesses to continue earning a living and supporting their families. The Coalition stands by uniting hardworking Alabamians, protecting jobs, and safeguarding self-governance. We encourage our members to visit the Keep Alabama Open
Tuesday, November 17, 2020COVID-19 Vaccine To Be Made Available To All Eligible Alabamians
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.gov NEWS RELEASE 11.16.20As soon as mid-December, healthcare providers and the chronically ill in Alabama could begin receiving COVID-19 vaccine. U.S. Army Gen. Gustave Perna, Chief Operating Officer of Operation Warp Speed, recently spoke with State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris about the rapid progress which will make it
Tuesday, November 10, 2020SOUTHERN CANCER CENTER ADDS RADIATION ONCOLOGY
Daphne, AL - Southern Cancer Center is pleased to announce the launch of our radiation oncology service line in Baldwin County; and introduce board-certified radiation oncologist Dr. Alex S. Mirakian, joining our practice on November 11, 2020. Although he is new to the Gulf Coast region, Dr. Mirakian brings over 20 years of clinical oncology experience with him. His training includes stereotactic and intraoperative radiation therapy and brachytherapy fellowships at MD Anderson Cancer Center in
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
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
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, 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
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
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
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
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
