Serving the greater NORTH, CENTRAL AND SOUTH BALDWIN communities SBCT presents “Diary of Anne Frank” PAGE 3 High school football The Onlooker PAGE 14 SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 | GulfCoastNewsToday.com | 75¢ Michael Hudson Robertsdale burglary suspect resigns from Elberta council, RHS to captured by Sheriff’s Deputies seat declared vacant celebrate By JOHN UNDERWOOD sued Wednes- The officer [email protected] day, Sept. 18 was able to By JESSICA VAUGHN by RPD Chief identify the [email protected] Homecoming ROBERTSDALE — A bur- Investigator vehicle as one glary suspect who Roberts- Lt. Rex Bishop, that was stolen ELBERTA — Former with week dale Police said fled the scene William Young from Practical Mayor Pro-tem Michael during a traffic stop on Tues- was pulled over Pools earlier Hudson participated in of activities day, Sept. 17, was arrested for a traffic vio- Findley Smith that day, but his final Wednesday night, according lation on Wil- Young fled the Elberta By JOHN UNDERWOOD to reports. ters Street near the Baldwin Town [email protected] According to a release is- Beach Express. SEE BURGLARY, PAGE 18 Council on Tue., ROBERTSDALE — Rob- Sept. 17, ertsdale High School will during celebrate Homecoming which his Disney-style with a week New playground equipment at Ulmer Park formal Hudson full of activities beginning resigna- Monday, Sept. 30. tion was accepted by the “Arabian Nights” is the council and his seat was theme for this year’s Home- declared vacant. His coming and students will resignation comes after celebrate with daily dress- serving two terms on up days which will follow a the council. Disney theme. All costumes “It’s been fun work- must adhere to the BCBE ing with everyone,” said dress code. Hudson. “It’s been in- The week kicks off with teresting and I’m going “Monster’s University Mon- to miss it … It’s very day, dress in your favorite humbling to serve and college gear; followed by represent the people. “Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum It’s not what I thought Tuesday,” in which every- it was going to be, but I one will be seeing double, have learned a lot and celebrating everything twin. SUBMITTED PHOTOS that knowledge will go A luau will highlight with me everywhere “Ohana” Wednesday and Submitted by TINA COVINGTON City crews will soon begin Community Affairs, with local that I go.” students can dress in their For The Onlooker work at White’s Park on South match and in-kind service Councilmember Street to include new play- provided by the City of Bay Steve Kirkpatrick was SEE HOMECOMING, PAGE 17 BAY MINETTE — New play- ground equipment, pavilion Minette and North Baldwin appointed as mayor pro- ground equipment is being and bathroom spaces. Utilities. tem in place of Hudson installed at Ulmer Park on These two projects are each Work is also expected to for the duration of the Shedrick Hardy Parkway in being funded through $98,705 begin soon on a new sidewalk term, and councilmem- Bay Minette. Ulmer Park is Land and Water Conserva- extension along Dobson Ave- ber Alma Doege was ap- also receiving upgrades to the tion grants from the Alabama pointed to the Personnel DEATHS PAGE 10 pavilion and bathroom spaces. Department of Economic and SEE PLAYGROUND, PAGE 2 Committee. Hudson’s resigna- Robert Edward Bedford tion comes after his John Heald announcement that his Robert Lee McQuitery family will be moving to William Chester Silvers a property located out- Summerdale Volunteer Fire Department side of the town limits. Deborah Booth Jardine Valle If not for the location discusses community-oriented future falling outside of El- berta, Hudson states he By JESSICA VAUGHN would have remained [email protected] for the duration of the term. SUMMERDALE — Have you “It made it easier for INDEX ever wanted to try your hand me to become mayor BALDWIN LIVING, 3 at learning to drive a firetruck knowing Michael would or wear a hazmat suit? How be here,” Hamby said. CLASSIFIED, 22 about teach children about “One of the positive HEALTH, 11 fire safety, save lives during things during the last a wreck, or put out a fire that administration was to LEGALS, 26 would otherwise consume a try to develop a budget, OPINION, 25 family’s home? If so, it may JESSICA VAUGHN / STAFF PHOTO which was in a stasis be time to consider joining a form. Michael has taken OUT & ABOUT, 8 From left, Interim Assistant Chief Derrick Givens; Tiffany Givens; Derek Cutts; Reece Amelotte; Lane Clemons; Kenny Johnson; and Interim PUZZLES, 24 SEE SUMMERDALE, PAGE 2 Chief Woody Kicklighter. SEE HUDSON, PAGE 19 SPORTS, 14
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By JESSICA VAUGHN walkways on Magnolia dently it has something the crosswalk a three- [email protected] Springs Bridge to make to do with the average way stop, but Deputy the paths more visible. speed, and if the aver- Greg Smith with the MAGNOLIA SPRINGS Many other options age speed is within the Sheriff’s Department — The Town of Magno- have been discussed, but speed limit then it’s believes doing so would lia Springs council is at present none have de- okay and there’s no only cause more issues concerned for the safety livered more pros than need to change speed than it would solve. of pedestrians who use cons. Originally Mayor limits. His professional “That area is a prob- the crosswalk located at Bob Holk suggested or- opinion was that the lem,” Smith said. “Cars the intersection of Oak dering a traffic study in results would probably come off the bridge and Street and Magnolia the hopes to lower the be within that aver- then come around that Springs Highway, by speed limit through the age speed because cars corner fast. If you put Jesse’s Restaurant, and crosswalk, but is unsure are slowing down at a three-way stop there are brainstorming ideas if spending the money the speed bumps, even it will get backed up, on how to make the area would prove fruitful. though they’re speeding especially when traf- safer. To that end, they “I’ve spoken with up between them.” fic’s heavy. Then all of a have recently purchased an engineer about the Holk suggested that sudden cars are stopped new bright yellow cross- feasibility of lowering the new crosswalk signs, right around that curve walk signs that will be our speed limit in that more work on the bridge and you have more cars displayed on the side area,” said Holk. “The to reduce speed ahead coming at 40-miles an of the road, one point- engineer had all the of entering town, and a hour, you’re going to enough for it to back up ing the bridge walkways ing north and the other radar information and stronger police presence have wrecks. If you put that far, at least not on a in the near future. They south, in the hopes to he said that he didn’t could be utilized in the a sign up telling cars to general basis.” intend to brainstorm catch drivers’ attention know if we were going hopes to ensure safety at stop for the crosswalk if Currently, the town further for any possible and alert them to the to get the results that we the crosswalk. a pedestrian is crossing council is planning to solutions to make Mag- oncoming crosswalk, want as far as changing Another suggestion then you’re not going to complete placing the nolia Springs pedestrian and will repaint the the speed limit. Evi- was making the area by have traffic stopped long new signs and repaint- safe.
SUMMERDALE charge of all personnel. age to join is 18, and fire departments also education to the children sure it has good equip- Even though those two interested parties are affect local insurance at Summerdale School, ment and is moving in CONTINUED FROM 1 positions are volunteer required to fill out an ap- through the ISO rating. and hope to put together a positive direction. To positions, it is still my plication and perform a And for anyone who an open house and invite promote recruitment ef- volunteer fire depart- responsibility and my background check. Once wants to help but is wor- the community into the forts, the town council ment, and with new im- decision. That is one of joined, a new training ried they’re not cut out station in the future. To voted that each volun- provements being made the hardest tasks I have initiative has been cre- to fight fires, the volun- the volunteers, it’s all teer receive $10 for every at the Summerdale Vol- to perform, but I did ated for newcomers. teers stress there’s al- about the community call responded to. The unteer Fire Department what I thought needed to “New members can ex- ways something that can and working together as volunteers receive the the members would be be done.” pect all the training will be done to assist your a team. incentive monthly. happy to welcome new The revamped depart- be provided for them, local fire department. “This isn’t a one man “It was Mayor Wilson’s faces. ment started with three and that they will get From helping file paper- show,” said Interim idea to give an incen- During June, Summer- team members, and has to experience the feel- work, answering phones, Chief Woody Kick- tive to volunteers who dale Mayor David Wilson grown to thirteen over ing that a volunteer has directing calls, or supply- lighter. “I couldn’t do respond, that wasn’t the made the decision to re- approximately three when they get to help ing the department with this if I didn’t have a volunteers going and vamp the volunteer fire months. It averages be- their community and ex- water, there are multiple team standing with me. saying we needed pay- department, stating that tween 18 to 25 calls per perience the comrader- ways for anyone with the You’ve got to have trust ment for what we do,” morale within the orga- month, and responds to ies of the fire service,” desire to help to do so. when you’re going into Kicklighter said. “We’d nization was low and the a wide array of emergen- said volunteer Lane Along with provid- a burning building with still be here volunteer- recruiting techniques cies including wrecks, Clemons. ing quality service, the someone, trust that your ing without that, but were no longer work- medical and house fires. Having a full fire de- Summerdale Volunteer teammates have your the mayor saw the vol- ing. The fire chief and A large concern during partment benefits com- Fire Department says it back, and I trust every- unteers using their per- assistant fire chief were the expansion is recruit- munities in many ways, wants to be community one here.” sonal money for gas and removed from their posi- ing team members to be both recognized and not. and family-oriented. Vol- The volunteers say the other expenses, which tions, and the process available during daytime Aside from the plus of unteers greeted students Summerdale council has the incentive helps of restoring morale was hours, as many of the having volunteers easily on their first day of been very involved and with.” begun. current volunteers are available at all hours to school and have plans to supportive of the depart- Those interested in At the time, Wilson more available during assist with emergencies, perform fire prevention ment, both in making becoming part of the said: “As mayor I am in night. 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McKenzie Department of Trans- St., Foley, AL 36535-3546. From Baldwin County’s news innovator since 1890 portation. Allison Marlow Managing Editor [email protected] SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Baldwin Living SBCT tugs at the heart with “Diary of Anne Frank” Young girl’s words have a lesson for all of us
By ALLISON MARLOW [email protected] Want to go?
The story of Anne WHAT: “Diary of Anne Frank” Frank is heavy. It is sim- WHERE: South Baldwin Community Theatre, Gulf Shores ply heart wrenching. It is a brutal reminder of WHEN: Sept. 27, 28 and Oct. 4, 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 29 how vicious people can and Oct. 6 at 2:30 p.m. be. TICKETS: Visit www.sbct.biz South Baldwin Com- munity Theatre Direc- tor Jan Vest said there legacy the little girl left “The Diary of Anne is so much more to the behind. Frank” is the true story of a young girl who hid with her family from the Nazis, and was even- tually discovered and sent to a concentration camp where she per- ished. Its narrative is pulled directly from the handwritten diaries that Anne left behind. Vest said it is in her words that we find hope, ALLISON MARLOW / STAFF PHOTOS love and a little bit of forms your perspective. tional attitude because and facing one’s own peace. “What’s unique about of the good life she had mortality — it makes I’m almost 70 years Anne Frank is that even before the war started,” those moments that you old so when you’ve lived though she hasn’t lived Vest said. have with your loved a long life and you’ve a long life she matures “That contrast be- ones and your friends experienced all that life very quickly and takes tween the love of fam- has to bring to you it on this positive, aspira- ily, the love of friends SEE SBCT, PAGE 4
BALDWIN COUNTY COMMISSION BALDWIN COUNTY COMMISSION BALDWIN COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT BALDWIN COUNTY PLANNING & ZONING DEPARTMENT Mailing Address Physical Address Foley Office Mailing Address Physical Address Foley Office 22251 Palmer Street 22070 Highway 59 201 East Section Avenue 22251 Palmer Street 22070 Highway 59 201 East Section Avenue Robertsdale, AL 36567 Robertsdale, AL 36567 Foley, AL 36535 Robertsdale, AL 36567 Robertsdale, AL 36567 Foley, AL 36535 Phone: (251) 580-1655 Phone: (251) 580-1655 Phone: (251) 972-8523 Phone: (251) 580-1655 Phone: (251) 580-1655 Phone: (251) 972-8523 Fax: (251) 580-1656 Fax: (251) 580-1656 Fax: (251) 972-8520 Fax: (251) 580-1656 Fax: (251) 580-1656 Fax: (251) 972-8520 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Case No. TA-19003 Text Amendment to the Case No. Z-19037 Baldwin County Zoning Ordinance Wells Property Article 22 Definitions Planning District 30 As it pertains to the definition for half-story Notice is hereby given that the Baldwin County Commission will conduct a public Notice is hereby given that the Baldwin County Commission will conduct a hearing concerning a request submitted by Brian K Wells, owner of property located public hearing concerning a proposed amendment to Article 22, definitions, as it 20828 County Road 12 South in Planning District 30. The applicant is requesting pertains to the definition for half-story. approval to rezone 1.01± acres from RSF-1 Single Family District to RSF-3 Single Family District. The Parcel Identification Number is 05-61-05-16-0-001-008.000. The public hearing will be conducted during the next regular meeting of the Baldwin County Commission which is scheduled for Tuesday October 15, The public hearing will be conducted during the next regular meeting of the Baldwin 2019, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Baldwin County Administration Building, County Commission which is scheduled for Tuesday, October 15, 2019, beginning 322 Courthouse Square in Bay Minette, Al. at 8:30 a.m. at the Baldwin County Administration Building, 322 Courthouse Square in Bay Minette, AL. The said application will be considered by the Baldwin County Commission The said application will be considered by the Baldwin County Commission pursuant pursuant to Alabama Code 45-2-261. The application materials are available for to Alabama Code 45-2-261. The application materials are available for public review public review at the office of the Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department, at the office of the Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department, 22070 Hwy 59 22070 Hwy 59 in Robertsdale, AL, or at the Foley Satellite Courthouse, 201 in Robertsdale, AL, or at the Foley Satellite Courthouse, 201 East Section Avenue in East Section Avenue in Foley, Alabama during normal business hours. If you Foley, Alabama during normal business hours. If you desire to speak with someone desire to speak with someone by telephone about this application, please contact by telephone about this application please contact the Baldwin County Planning and the Baldwin County Planning and Zoning Department at (251)580-1655. If you Zoning Department at (251)580-1655. If you desire to submit written comments, desire to submit written comments, please address your correspondence to: please address your correspondence to: Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department 22251 Palmer Street 22251 Palmer Street Robertsdale, AL 36567 Robertsdale, AL 36567
You may fax your comments to Planning & Zoning Department at (251)580-1656. You may fax your comments to Planning & Zoning Department at (251)580-1656. If If you desire to address the Planning Commission in person about this application, you desire to address the Planning Commission in person about this application, please please attend the public hearing at the time and location listed above. attend the public hearing at the time and location listed above. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, age, religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommoda- religion, disability or family status. Persons who require special accommodations under tions under the Americans with Disabilities Act or those requiring language trans- the Americans with Disabilities Act or those requiring language translation services lation services should contact the Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department should contact the Baldwin County Planning & Zoning Department at 251-580-1655. at 251-580-1655. 4 • Baldwin Living • September 25, 2019 • Gulf Coast Media Special cruise and wildlife demonstrations at Blakeley this month Submitted
Historic Blakeley State Park invites the public to join us for a pair of special programs explor- ing the amazing cultural and natural heritage of the Delta on Saturday, Sept. 28. At 9 a.m. we journey by boat to remote and historic Bayou Canot, scene of two of the most dramatic tragedies in regional history: the SUBMITTED PHOTOS derailment of Amtrak’s also get a glimpse of the tive wildlife program en- tive raptor species and tion is complimentary cated on State Hwy. 225 “Sunset Limited” in 1993 stunning beauty of the titled “Feathered Friends the ancient sport of fal- with cruise tickets or about five miles north and the last documented Delta — one of America’s and Falconry” presented conry! regular admission to of Spanish Fort. For importation of African true natural wonders. by local biologist, educa- Tickets for the cruise the park. For tickets and more information to go slaves into the United The boat returns to tor, and falconer Mark are just $25 for adults, more information visit the events page at www. States in 1860 aboard the the dock at 11 a.m, just in Wetzel. Come learn and $15 for children 6-12. the events page on our blakeleypark.com or call Clotilda. Passengers will time for a special interac- about our incredible na- The wildlife demonstra- website. The Park is lo- 251-626-0798.
Fall Book Sale at Daphne Public Library Landfill in Elberta to open on Oct. 1 Submitted By ALLISON MARLOW separate from your accept the following [email protected] other trash. items: hazardous mate- The Friends of the Daphne Pub- Tires can also be rial or liquids of any lic Library will hold a Fall Book The Eastfork Con- dropped off, but for a kind, bags of household Sale on Friday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m.-5 struction and Demoli- fee. Tires measuring less garbage, oil, paint, bat- p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 28, 9 tion Landfill, located at than 20 inches in diam- teries, asbestos, barrels a.m.-2 p.m. The sale will be held 17917 County Road in eter will cost $3 each to and any container that in the Friends' Book Shop at the Elberta will re-open to dump. Tires measuring has held food products. Library. All items in the Shop and the public on Oct. 1. larger than 20 inches in For questions call books on extra tables right outside The dump will be diameter will cost $10 Baldwin County Solid the Shop will be Buy 1-Get Equal open Monday through each to dump. Waste division at 251- Value Free. Prices are $.10 - $1.50. Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The landfill does not 972-6878. On Saturday from 1-2 p.m., all and Saturdays books on the tables will be $.50 a from 7 a.m. to box or bag. noon. A Silent Auction will be held Jimmy Buffett and others. We also Visitors can during the sale and close at 1 p.m. have a collection of the band “Ala- only bring yard Saturday, Sept 28. Items are dis- bama” including Randy Owen’s debris, rubbish played in a glass display case in autographed books and his wrist and construc- the Daphne Library foyer. Items bands, autographed photos and fan tion debris. are autographed books including Christmas cards, and a drumstick Electronics will ones by Bear Bryant, Rosa Parks, given to the owner by Mark Hern- be accepted but Eudora Welty, Winston Groom, don. must be kept
SBCT so much more meaning- experience.” “It’s such an impor- that is cut short and the responds to such ter- ful and so much more Vest said Anne left a tant message about hu- lessons she can teach all rible circumstances,” CONTINUED FROM 3 poignant and emotional lesson behind for all of manity and also about of us with her aspira- Vest said. in terms of the positive us. the life of a young girl tions and the way she The exceptional and experienced cast that delivers her powerful words is led by Mack- BRENNY’S enzie Mayo as Anne Frank. Rounding out Jewelry the cast are Deborah Hawkins (Edith Frank), Ruth Mayo (Margot Full Service Jewelry & Watch Services Frank), Andy Burgess All work is done In-House IVEY’S (Mr. Van Daan), Bill Swanson (Mr. Kramer), APPRAISALS WATCH REPAIR SEPTEMBER Isabella Cosby (Miep), Quality Service of All Brands Robert W. Gardner (Otto Frank), Larkin West By By SPECIAL (Peter Van Daan,) Paula Michael Brenny Luis Valencia Dumas (Mrs. Van Daan) Graduate Gemologist, GIA Certi ed Rolex Watchmaker and Dennis Bohac (Jan Certi ed Gemologist Appraiser, AGS • Service for All Brands Dussel). GGPLANT UBILEE “Diary of Anne • Insurance Appraisals • Battery replacement E J • Fair Market Appraisals Frank” opened in 1955 • Water Resistance test and won nearly every • Watch band repair/replacement $15.95 award a stage produc- • Cleaning, inspection and overhauls Ivey’s fried eggplant medallions, Served with tion could nab including the Pulitzer Prize in JEWELRY REPAIR WE ALSO PROVIDE sautéed lump crabmeat and large gulf 1956. Vest said the pro- shrimp blackened to perfection. Topped with duction’s experienced our freshly made Creole hollandaise. cast delivers an experi- By • Engraving ence that will linger Bill Hill • Re-stringing for pearls and beads with theatre-goers long Jeweler/Gemologist • Re-knotting for pearls and beads after the curtain drops. 30+ Years of Experience For Reservations • Free Cleaning and inspection “It has all the ele- • Ring Sizing ments of good theatre • Diamond Setting 251.947.4000 good drama,” Vest said. • Antique Restoration 18427 Pennsylvania St., “There is some comedy • Stone Replacement and light heartedness Robertsdale, AL and a lot of good posi- tive emotions as well Your Full Service Jeweler as the tragedy of what 333 Fairhope Ave. • Fairhope • 251-928-3916 happened to the Frank Mon.-Fri. 9:30-5:00 Sat. 10:00-4:00 family.” Gulf Coast Media • September 25, 2019 • Baldwin Living • 5 Fairhope library begins new book review season Submitted 21, with an outstanding Your Brain and Body season on Jan. 21 with cover Rising in Flames: Many Dimensions, by lineup of speakers. Healthy.” “Winesburg, Ohio: The Sherman’s March and Edwin A. Abbott. For the fifth consecu- Two of the presenters Many of the library’s Town That Changed the Fight for a New Na- Gene Sellier likes to tive year, Cliff McCol- are new to the program Tuesday reviewers are American Literature.” tion, by J. D. Dickey. say that his only quali- lum, former managing this year. On Oct. 8, Dr. former educators, in- The review program And Rob Gourlay, Head fication as a reviewer editor of Gulf Coast Harry Miller, a history cluding Linda Foster, is fortunate also to have of the Circulation De- is that he likes to read, Newspapers, will kick professor at the Univer- who will review The the voluntary participa- partment, is excited and he always has an off the fall season of sity of South Alabama, Great Successor: The tion of several of the about Born to Run, by interesting sample of the Fairhope Public will be talking about Divinely Perfect Destiny library staff. Library Bruce Springsteen. his reading to pres- Library’s Tuesday and reading from his of Brilliant Comrade Director Tamara Dean Another typical cat- ent. This year it is Book Review & Lecture new novel Southern Kim Jong Un, by Anna has selected The Only egory of reviewers is Revolutionary: George Series. McCollum will Rain: A Novel of Seven- Fifield. Allen Todd is Woman in the Room, clergymen, including Washington at War, by be reviewing Killing teenth-Century China. speaking on Fallen by Marie Benedict, Thack Dyson, rector Robert L. O’Connell. Yourself to Live: 85% of And the following week, Founder: The Life of as her review choice. of St. Paul’s Episcopal Printed schedules of a True Story, by Chuck Dr. Harvey Joanning Aaron Burr, by Nancy Trista Lackey, Refer- Church in Daphne, who the book review series Klosterman, on Tues- of the Center for Con- Isenberg, and Pam ence Department Head, will speak on Leader- are available in the day, Oct. 1, at 10:30 a.m. tinuing Education and Turner will review Bar- will speak on Pagan ship: In Turbulent library lobby and at in the library’s Giddens Conference Services at racoon: The Story of the Holiday: On the Trail of Times, by Doris Ke- the circulation desk. Conference Center. the University of South Last “Black Cargo,” by Ancient Roman Tour- arns Goodwin. Retired Programs are free and “Fall” reviews will con- Alabama, will be speak- Zora Neale Hurston. ists, by Tony Perrottet. Episcopal priest Dick open to the public, tinue each Tuesday at ing on “The Fountain Dr. Brenda Huchingson Cheryl Bradley, retired Schmidt has chosen and refreshments are 10:30 a.m. through Jan. of Youth: How to Keep will close out the “Fall” Reference Head, will Flatland: A Romance of served.
Resolution to honor the families of the fallen designates September 22-29 Gold Star Families Remembrance Week leading up to Gold Star Mother’s Day
Submitted Remembrance Week is dous sacrifices and it is In setting aside Sept. of veterans of the Armed tion. a prelude to Gold Star our duty to honor and 22-29 as a week of re- Forces should never be The resolution is This week, U.S. Sena- Mother’s Day, observed care for them,” said membrance for Gold forgotten.” also sponsored by Todd tor Doug Jones (D-Ala.) by presidential proc- Senator Jones, a member Star families, S.Res.313 The Senate last year Young (R-Ind.), Thom joined bipartisan col- lamation since 1936 of the Senate Armed Ser- encourages the people approved a similar reso- Tillis (R-N.C.), Susan leagues to introduce a on the last Sunday of vices Committee. “While of the United States to lution, for the first time, Collins (R-Maine), Chris resolution establishing September. There is no this small token of our perform acts of service to mark a formal recog- Van Hollen (D-Md.), the week of Sept. 22- official date dedicated to gratitude is long over- and good will to honor nition of the sacrifices Mike Braun (R-Ind.), 29, 2019, as “Gold Star families affected by the due, I hope we can come the fallen, veterans, and made by families of U.S. Joni Ernt (R-Iowa), John Families Remembrance loss of a loved one who together as a nation to their families. It states military service mem- Hoeven (R-N.D.), Maria Week” to honor the fami- died in the service of the recognize and honor that, “the sacrifices of bers who lost their lives Cantwell (D-Wash.), lies of fallen members of United States. these families who have the families of the fallen in service to the nation. Kysten Sinema (D-Ariz.), our Armed Forces. “Our Gold Star fami- given so much to protect members of the Armed The new resolution con- and Lisa Murkowski (R- Gold Star Families lies have made tremen- and defend our country.” Forces and the families tinues this commemora- Alaska). 6 • Baldwin Living • September 25, 2019 • Gulf Coast Media
SUBMITTED PHOTOS The North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce structure features both a birdhouse and bird feeder in one. The birdhouse side is a replica of the historic train depot, which now serves as the chamber building. On its side is a red birdfeeder that resembles the old caboose that sits adjacent to the real structure on McMeans Avenue. New Bay Minette art project is for the birds
By TINA COVINGTON “We really enjoyed being a part of making BAY MINETTE — A something for our town new art project in Bay that will last for years,” Minette is for the birds. Cassie Berryhill said. Literally. The Commit- “Bay Minette is flourish- tee on Public Arts re- ing and being a small cently installed five new piece of that is a great birdhouses that are mini experience.” replicas of some of the So far, COPA has most iconic structures commissioned five bird- in the city, including the houses and feeders and library, utilities board, hopes to add to that in- depot, railroad platform ventory. and the “little white The library birdhouse house.” pays homage to the The library birdhouse pays homage to the stained-glass windows found at the historic building, which once served as a The birdhouses were stained-glass windows church. The stately birdhouse also features white columns, hand-painted lettering and tiny shingles to mimic the build- commissioned by COPA found at the historic ing’s roofline. The birdhouse is set up along a sidewalk on Third Street. and then designed and building, which once built by Cassie and served as a church. The toric building and one of Grant Berryhill, own- stately birdhouse also the most beautiful ones ers of Berryhill Co. in features white columns, in our area. Seeing the Bay Minette. The couple hand-painted letter- library in miniature is worked together to ing and tiny shingles amazing,” said Joanna recreate the structures to mimic the building’s Bailey, library direc- with a close attention to roofline. tor. “Cassie Berryhill is detail. “Our library is a his- incredibly talented, and her attention to detail — down to the stained glass windows — is out- standing.” Each of the designs highlights significant details of the subject. The mini-North Bald- win Utilities, which once served as the city’s post office, includes the grand front columns The little white house at Blackburn Park is a favorite spot for photographs for special occasions. Its miniature form is set up at the back of the park, along with the railroad and the gas burning lan- platform birdfeeder, near the memorial tree. terns are painted on the birdhouse as well. The the historic train depot, window every day and is so well-known and intricate roofline is also which now serves as the seeing a tiny version treasured in our com- reproduced in painstak- chamber building. On its of our building, the munity. It’s really an ing detail. side is a red birdfeeder old L&N Depot,” said uncanny resemblance to The North Baldwin that resembles the old Marlee Bailey with the our building, as are the Chamber of Commerce caboose that sits adja- chamber. “What a fun other birdhouses placed structure features both cent to the real structure way to commemorate around town.” a birdhouse and bird on McMeans Avenue. the North Baldwin For the railroad plat- feeder in one. The bird- “I definitely enjoy Chamber of Commerce form, the hand-painted house side is a replica of looking out my office and a building that “Bay Minette” sign has been replicated to per- fection. This birdfeeder is set up at Blackburn Park, along with a bird- house replica of the lit- Over 25,000 square feet tle white house located at the park. of new and vintage items, The purpose of COPA is to promote art in pub- & artisan crafted works. lic spaces and enhance Unique pieces for your home. the visual experience through various medi- Special items to wrap up ums like environmental for that thoughtful gift. displays, murals or sculptures. The local *Are you an artist, dealer, or collector interested in mar- group has already added keting your wares? We are looking for quality people who a butterfly sculpture to are interested in growing their business. Come see our downtown Bay Minette new location and booth selections. Booths are carpet- and local artists have ed, bright and clean, and have power! Hurry in to choose painted murals down- and reserve your booth. (Looking for a unique mix of art, town and at local parks. crafts, collectables, clothing, antiques, jewelry, tools, fur- One of the group’s niture, home wares etc.) goal is finding ways to Arts, Crafts, and Antique Mall. create art from everyday 100 State Hwy 59 N, Summerdale, AL objects, such as the bird- Open 7 days 10:00-5:30 Ph: (251) 989-6680 SEE BIRDS, PAGE 7 Gulf Coast Media • September 25, 2019 • Baldwin Living • 7 OWA Mardi Gras taking applications for nighttime parade
By ALLISON MARLOW Christmas will have to Mardi Gras Society, of town OWA on Sunday, of the park’s downtown ties. [email protected] wait. It’s time to register Foley, is accepting appli- Feb. 23, 2020. area. Local organizations To request an applica- your organization for cations for organizations The nighttime parade and bands are encour- tion, email the krewe at Plans for Hallow- Mardi Gras. to march in its annual will be all aglow and aged to participate in the kreweducirquefoley@ een, Thanksgiving and The Krewe du Cirque parade held in down- wind through the streets family friendly festivi- gmail.com.
BIRDS ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CONTINUED FROM 6 Sealed bids for the construction of WATER SYSTEM EXTENSIONS, CDBG PROJECT: CY-CM-PF-18-009 will be received by the Perdido Bay Water, Sewer, houses, painted garbage and Fire Protection District, at the Perdido Bay Water System Office until 10:00 barrels and even fire a.m.; Thursday; October 24, 2019, and then at said location publicly opened and hydrants have gotten an read aloud. overhaul. All three art forms can now be seen The work generally consists of the following: 5150 LF of 8” Water Main, 9800 LF of in various parks and 6” Water Main, 2625 LF of 3” Water Main, 100 LF of 10” P.E. directional drilled, 10 public spaces. Fire Hydrants, 35 Valves, 245 LF Steel Casing, and other related items. “Being a member of COPA, I am proud to Plans and Specifications may be examined at the Perdido Bay Water, Sewer, and Fire see all the wonderful Protection District; 28171 Freshwater Lane; Elberta, Alabama. art projects popping up all over town,” Joanna A Pre-Bid Conference will be held at the Perdido Bay Water System Office on The mini-North Baldwin Utilities, which once served as the Bailey said. “I love see- Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. All prospective Bidders are encouraged to city’s post office, includes the grand front columns and ing the new additions the gas burning lanterns are painted on the birdhouse as attend. here at the library — well. The intricate roofline is also reproduced in painstak- the birdhouse and the ing detail. This birdhouse is near the drive-through facing To be eligible for consideration, bids must be submitted on complete proposals made charmingly painted fire South Hand Avenue. available by the Owner. Complete digital project bidding documents are available hydrant near the Korean upon an online payment of a non-refundable fee of $40.00 by visiting our website - War Memorial. Plans www.southernengineeringsolutions.com and clicking the “Currently Bidding” link are also in the works to at the top of the page. A free one-time membership registration with Quest CDN add a few pockets of art will be required. Please contact questcdn.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn. inside the library.” com if you require assistance in registration, downloading, or working with this Follow the Com- digital project information. Optional complete paper bid documents are available at munity on Public Arts Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc.; P O Box 610; 201 East Troy Street; Andalusia, (COPA) on Facebook Alabama 36420, upon payment of a refundable (if plans are returned in reusable to learn more about condition within 10 days of bid opening) deposit of $80.00. Bid documents will be completed projects and plans. Want to see even mailed only upon receipt of deposit. If paper option is chosen, checks shall be made more? Donations can be payable to Southern Engineering Solutions, Inc. No paper bid documents will be distributed later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled opening of bids. sent to City of Bay Mi- On the railroad platform bird-feeder, the hand-painted nette, Attn.: COPA, 301 “Bay Minette” sign has been replicated to perfection. This D’Olive St., Bay Minette, birdfeeder is set up at Blackburn Park, along with a bird- All bids shall be submitted in the Contract Specification book issued by the AL 36507. house replica of the little white house located at the park. Engineer. Bids not submitted in the Contract Specification Book will not be opened. All Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing on the outside the name of the Bidder, Bidder’s license number, address and name of the project. Envelopes containing bids must be addressed as follows, and delivered to Perdido Bay Water System, 28171 Freshwater Lane; Elberta, Alabama 36530 “WATER SYSTEM EXTENSIONS, CDBG PROJECT: CY-CM-PF-18-009.”
your All nonresident contractors preparing bids shall submit with the bid documents CAST VOTE evidence of a current Alabama General Contractor’s License, evidence (with original seal of the State of Alabama) of proper registration with the Alabama Secretary of State as a foreign corporation, and a Certificate of Good Standing of a Foreign Corporation from the State of Alabama Department of Revenue. Bids submitted by for Big Beautiful a nonresident contractor without these documents included will be rejected. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities, or to reject any or all bids, and to award the contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder. All bidders must comply with requirements of the Contractor’s Licensing law of the State of Alabama and be certified for the type of work on which Baldwin’s Best the proposal is submitted. Each bidder must deposit with his bid, security in the amount, form and subject to the conditions provided in the Information for Bidders. The successful bidder will be required to submit 100% performance and payment Nominations bonds. All bidders must comply with the President’s Executive Order Number 11246 which prohibits discrimination in employment regarding race, creed, color, sex or national open now! origin. All bidders must comply with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Davis-Bacon Act, the Anti-Kickback Act and the Contract Workhours Act.
Voting begins Guarantee will be required with each bid for at least 5% of the amount of the bid filed in the form of a certified check, Bid Bond, or irrevocable Letter of Oct. 7, 2019. Credit acceptable to the owner payable to the Perdido Bay Water, Sewer, and Fire Protection District. Bid Bonds shall include certification that the bonding company is listed in Circular 570 of the U.S. Treasury Department. The name, address, telephone number, and contact person for the bonding company shall also Winners be included.
announced The attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the Contract, Dec. 13, 2019. Section 3, Segregated Facilities, Section 109 and E.O. 11246. This project is financed in part by CDBG Grant No. CY-CM-PF-18-009.
No bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening Visit www.gulfcoastnewstoday/bestof2020/ thereof. to submit your nominations and vote for each category The Perdido Bay Water, Sewer, and Fire Protection District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ote e eryday to help your fa orites win ne ote per category per day allowed. categories to ote for Jean Ray, Chairperson GULF COAST MEDIA Perdido Bay Water, Sewer, and Fire Protection District www.gulfcoastnewstoday.comTHE COURIER • THE ONLOOKER • THE ISLANDER • THE BALDWIN TIMES 8 • Out & About • September 25, 2019 • Gulf Coast Media Out & About in Baldwin County Record crowds attend Baldwin County Fair By JOHN UNDERWOOD a wide variety of food, the Baldwin County and livestock exhibits, [email protected] exhibits inside the Bald- Fair is the longest run- along with environmen- win County Coliseum, ning county fair in the tal exhibits, featuring ROBERTSDALE — animal exhibits and the state. The fair draws schools and civic orga- Record crowds attended annual Bo Campbell thousands of residents nizations. this the 69th Annual Rodeo outside in the from throughout Bald- Youth livestock shows Baldwin County Fair arena. win County and the were Saturday in the held Sept. 17-21 at the There were also at- surrounding area each arena, featuring poul- Baldwin County Fair- tractions, like a duck year. try, goats and livestock grounds in Robertsdale. pond, baby chick ex- Each year, the fair and a pee wee goat show “From Farm to Fair” hibit, petting zoo, the features more than 1,000 for children under 6. was the theme for this Teeny Weeny Circus competitive exhibits, Next year, the Fair year’s celebration and and South Alabama An- including antiques, art, will celebrate its 70th fair goers were treated tique Tractor & Engine crafts and hobbies, en- anniversary. For more to good weather for Club exhibits; and the vironmental art, scrap- information call the fair the festivities, which annual FCCLA Sweet booking, sewing, food office at 251-947-3247, included rides on the Potato Contest was held preparation and preser- call 251-747-2082 or visit midway, provided by Wednesday. vation, horticulture and the fair website, bald- Arnold Amusements, Established in 1948, agronomy, photography cofair.com. JOHN UNDERWOOD / STAFF PHOTOS Gulf Coast Media • September 25, 2019 • Out & About • 9
WHISPER EDWARDS / STAFF PHOTOS Legends in Concert OWA celebrates dual Ribbon Cutting
By JESSICA VAUGHN We’re grateful to have around mid-November about Legends in Con- [email protected] been welcomed as part too. This month we’re cert OWA or to purchase of this community; going to open our own tickets visit https:// FOLEY — On Thurs. everybody has been so candy store, Sweet Tooth visitowa.com/explore/ Sept. 5, Legends in Con- amazing these last few at OWA, and we will be events/legendsshow. cert OWA celebrated a months and we’re really opening a Fall Festival For more events or to dual Ribbon Cutting be- looking forward to the at the end of September become a member of the tween the South Baldwin future.” that will take place in South Baldwin Chamber Chamber of Commerce Along with the lineup the field by McDon- or the Coastal Alabama and the Coastal Alabama change, a holiday ver- ald’s.” Chamber, visit their Business Chamber, with sion of the show will For more information websites at www.south- loads of chamber em- begin running near about OWA, visit their baldwinchamber.com ployees and members, Thanksgiving and going website at https://visi- and www.mygulfcoast- Legends officials, and when doors to the the- remain with the cast as through the end of the towa.com. To learn more chamber.com. OWA officials in atten- ater opened in June, Reba. year. The lineup for the dance for the fun event. and recently announced “One of the secrets holiday special will be The dual ribbon cutting the start of the Fall to our success over the announced soon. for Legends will not be lineup which includes years has been changing With Legends’ success, the last joint event be- Denita Asbury’s tribute the lineup four times OWA General Manager tween the two chambers, to the Queen of Soul a year so when guests Steve Honeycutt dis- said CABC Director Aretha Franklin, Trent come back again and cussed more coming to Greg Alexander, and Carlini taking over as again they’ll see a dif- OWA soon. comes just weeks after The King, Elvis Presley, ferent show,” said Chief “We absolutely love the two chambers an- Doug Brewin and Larry Operating Officer at On our partnership with nounced a partnership Turner as country music Stage Enterprises, LLC Legends and that they that will expand the duo Brooks and Dunn, Brian Brigner. “We are wanted to bring this Gateway Initiative south. with Turner reigniting currently the longest show here to OWA, we Along with the ribbon the stage a second time running show in Las appreciate that,” he said. Family Vision and Hearing cutting, the CABC pro- with the greatest hits Vegas with 36 years on “One of the biggest ques- 17 months at new location. claimed Sept. 5 as Leg- from George Strait, and the strip, and we’ve got tions about OWA is when Standing Solid and Growing Stronger! ends in Concert OWA Tina Dawn as country/ over 25 years in other is Paula Deen’s going to Day. pop star Taylor Swift. locations across the na- open. It will be sometime 251-943-4395 Legends in Concert Also returning to the tion. We’re hoping to around mid-November, OWA began wowing stage by popular de- be here 25-plus years as and Lucy’s Retired Surf- 1805 N McKenzie St. Foley, AL 36535 (Hwy 59) crowds earlier this year mand, Corrie Sachs will well, that’s the goal … ers Bar will be opening [email protected] 10 • Obituaries • September 25, 2019 • Gulf Coast Media Obituaries
BEDFORD on Tuesday, Aug. 27, John is survived by nicipal buildings for the broker for Booth Invest- wonderful care at the Robert Edward Bed- 2019. his wife of 29 years, city. ments. William F. Green State ford, 45, of Gulf Shores, Forever 49 years old, Blair Heald; children, He was preceded in In 1985, she married Veterans Home in Bay passed away Sept. 17, John loved his wife, his Jonathan (Rebecca) death by his parents, Dr. Quint Jardine and Minette. 2019. children, his grand- of Greensville, South Jack and Mary Silvers; they moved to Mobile, His military service A private family ser- daughter and his career, Carolina and Adrienne and his daughter, Cyndi. Alabama and had two was in the United States vice will be held at a with a passion like no (Bhaya) of Brooklyn, Mr. Silvers is survived daughters. She was a Army. He attended the later date. other. A professional New York; his grand- by his wife, Eleanor member of the Mobile University of Alabama Arrangements by actor and director for his daughter Lila Nabis of Silvers; his children, Pa- Junior League and before his career as Hughes Funeral Home, whole life, John worked Brooklyn, New York; mela Davis, Rob Silvers, joyously served as the accounting manager Daphne. as managing director for as well as other family Jeff Silvers, Suzie Flow- Brownie leader for her at Alabama Outdoor the Joe Jefferson Play- members and friends. ers and Melissa Sawrey; daughters’ troop. Advertising Company house as well as acting, On Saturday, Sept. 21, 14 grandchildren; three Deborah graduated in Birmingham, Ala- stage managing and/or 2019, a gathering was great-grandchildren; with honors from the bama. After retirement, directing for the Jubilee held to celebrate John’s nieces, nephews, other University of South he enjoyed working at Fish Theater, the Mobile life and mission in this relatives and friends. Alabama nursing school Walmart in Foley, Ala- Theater Guild, the Blow- world which is now com- Funeral services were and was devoted to her bama. ing Rock Stage Company, plete. The champagne held from Christian Life patients for many years. He was preceded in Theater 98, and Theater at the celebration was Church in Orange Beach Deborah was a loving death by his brother, Wil- USA among many oth- chilled. on Thursday, Aug. 22 at and giving woman with liam Daniel Warren Jr. ers. Expressions of con- noon. many talents and pas- He is survived by his Even as he worked, dolence for the family The family received sions. She was an accom- wife of 55 years, Camille he was the consummate may be offered at www. friends at the church on plished artist, a gourmet Norris Warren; son, storyteller and often hughesfh.com. Thursday from 10 a.m. chief and an avid scuba John Brantley Warren practical joker, provid- Hughes Funeral until noon. diver. Jr. (Leslie); daughter, ing inspiration for others Home, 7951 American The family requested Deborah is survived Aimee Warren Bauer who made their way onto Way, Daphne, AL, is as- that no ties be worn to by her daughters, Kath- (Daniel); grandchildren, HEALD the stage, while keeping sisting the family. the service. erine “Khaki” Jardine Jorgen Bauer, Gage John (Jack) Heald his own children off. His Bender (David) of Mo- Bauer, Catherine Lindsie The man. The myth. demand for professional- MCQUITERY bile, Alabama and Ash- Compton (Aaron), The legend. The actor. ism continued to bring Robert Lee McQuitery, ley Jardine Kelley (Mike) Timothy Warren and The husband. The fa- actors back to work with 65, of Foley, passed away of Tempe, Arizona; Victoria Warren; step- ther. John (Jack) Heald him again and again. Sept. 19, 2019. two granddaughters, granddaughter, Madison passed away peacefully Together for 41 years, Funeral service on Mary Katherine Bender Jacobs; sisters-in-law, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019 and Brooke Elizabeth Debra Warren and Bettie at 11 a.m. in New Fellow- Bender; one brother, Shinault; niece, Barbara ship Worship Center in Hank Booth (Liz) of Harris (Joel); brothers, Foley. Marietta, Georgia; her George Warren (Judy) Visitation Friday. Sept. sisters, Elizabeth “Wee” and Frank Warren 27, 2019 at the church Gaines Booth, Charlotte (Babs); best friend, Jack from 6 until 8 p.m. Booth Maguire (Carter), Hodges; other relatives Interment in Little of Atlanta, Georgia; and and friends. Rock Cemetery. many nieces and neph- A celebration of Mr. Arrangements by ews. Warren’s life was held Cason Funeral Service, VALLE On Saturday, Sept. 21, Monday, Sept. 23, 2019 at Foley. Deborah Booth Jar- 2019, there was a private 11 a.m. in the chapel of dine Valle passed away family service held, fol- Wolfe-Bayview Funeral SILVERS on Sept. 16, 2019. lowed by a celebration Home, Fairhope. Mr. William Chester She was born Dec. 2, of life gathering at the Visitation began at 10 “Bill” Silvers, a native 1957, in Nashville, Ten- home of her daughter. a.m. of Riverside, California nessee, the daughter of If you’d like to honor A graveside service and a resident of Orange Elizabeth Calvin Booth Deborah in a special way, will be held at a later Beach, Alabama since and Henry O. Booth Jr. you may make gifts in date at the Alabama 1982, died on Sunday, She was the granddaugh- her memory to The Chil- State Veterans Memorial Aug. 18, 2019 at his resi- ter of Virginia Robinson dren’s Miracle Network Service at Spanish Fort. dence. Calvin and Earl Calvin, at https://childrensmira- The family will like to Respect & Dignity at affordable prices He was a previous and Elizabeth Sweeney clenetworkhospitals.org/ express a special thank You can save thousands of dollars on our Burial Packages. resident of Idaho, which Booth and Henry O. donate/ you to Covenant Care for he considered his second Booth Sr. Expressions of con- their service. We will match any advertised price. home. Deborah graduated dolence for the family In lieu of flowers, the Family Owned and Operated. Mr. Silvers was re- from Brentwood High may be made at www. family request donations quested to build City School in 1974 and hughesfh.com. be made to the Associa- Todd Cason is a United States Navy Veteran, so we always Hall in Orange Beach, Vanderbilt University Hughes Funeral tion for Frontotemporal take special care of our Vets and their families... the fire and police de- in 1978, where she was Home, 7951 American Degeneration at www. partments in Orange a member of the Alpha Way, Daphne, AL, is as- theaftd.org. No Answering Service • You get Todd Cason 24/7 Beach, the Sportsplex Omega Pi sorority. After sisting the family. Arrangements by where a street is named graduating from college, Wolfe-Bayview Funeral 251-975-2273 after him and other mu- Deborah worked as a WARREN Homes & Crematory John B. Warren, age Inc., 19698 Greeno Road, 79, a resident of Gulf Fairhope, AL 36532, 251- Shores, Alabama, died 990-7775, www.wolfefu- after years of suffering neralhomes.com. with FTD – Fronto- temporal Lobe Degen- eration. His last four years were blessed with
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The health Group, a global advisory sponsibility is to ensure equate patient rela- job in the best manner founding of the USA system employs 3,900 firm that partners with that patients and their tions with a department and to work smarter, not College of Medicine clinical and nonclinical healthcare organiza- families leave the hos- where complaints are harder.” in 1973, USA Health staff members, includ- tions to develop effective pital feeling satisfied lodged, Waren’s pas- She received a bach- stands as the only aca- ing some 190 academic elor’s degree in public demic medical center physicians who serve relations from the Uni- along the upper Gulf dual roles treating pa- versity of West Florida Coast. It provides excel- tients and teaching the and a master’s degree lent healthcare to the next generation of medi- HEALTH HAPPENINGS IN BALDWIN COUNTY in human resource region's diverse popu- cal doctors. 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