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We Asked. You Voted 267,555 VOTES 365 WINNERS WE ASKED. YOU VOTED. THE VOTES ARE IN FOR BIG BEAUTIFUL BALDWIN’S BEST OF 2021 BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF AUTOMOTIVE THE BEACH THE BEST BUSINESS BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF COMMUNITY & EDUCATION FINANCE FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT DRINK BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF BEST OF HOME MEDICAL & PROFESSIONALS SHOPPING & IMPROVEMENT WELLNESS COMMERCE 2 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • December 11, 2020 • Gulf Coast Media RIDE IT OFF THE LOT. WRITE IT OFF YOUR TAXES. RIDE$0 DOWN IT OFF 0% THE APR LOT. 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Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-4171 www.BaldwinTractor.com *See your tax advisor for details. Learn more at KubotaUSA.com. © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2020. Limitations under Section 179 may apply. See a quali ed tax professional for advice on your speci c situation. Customer instant rebates of $11,000 are available on purchases of new Kubota KX080 Series equipment from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory. 0% A.P.R. nancing for up to 60 months on purchases of select new Kubota K008, KX, U, R, SCL, SVL, SSV, TLB Series equipment from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory is available to quali ed purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A.; subject to credit approval. Example: 60 monthly payments of $16.67 per $1,000 nanced. $11,000 rebate is not available with 0% A.P.R. or other promotional nancing. Some exceptions apply. Offers expire 12/31/20. Terms subject to change. This material is for descriptive purposes only. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, or any liability from the use of this material. For complete warranty, disclaimer, safety, incentive offer and product information, consult your local Dealer or go to KubotaUSA.com. *See your tax advisor for details. Learn more at KubotaUSA.com. © Kubota Tractor Corporation, 2020. Limitations under Section 179 may apply. See a quali ed tax professional for advice on your speci c situation. Customer instant rebates of $11,000 are available on purchases of new Kubota KX080 Series equipment from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory. 0% A.P.R. nancing for up to 60 months on purchases of select new Kubota K008, KX, U, R, SCL, SVL, SSV, TLB Series equipment from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory is available to quali ed purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A.; subject to credit approval. Example: 60 monthly payments of $16.67 per $1,000 nanced. $11,000 rebate is not available with 0% A.P.R. or other promotional nancing. Some exceptions apply. Offers expire 12/31/20. Terms subject to change. This material is for descriptive purposes only. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, express or implied, or any liability from the use of this material. For complete warranty, disclaimer, safety, incentive offer and product information, consult your local Dealer or go to KubotaUSA.com. Gulf Coast Media • December 11, 2020 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • 3 COME HAVE A BALL AT THE BEACH Beachball Properties is a boutique, family-owned vacation rental and property management company servicing the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast. We off er a premier selection of condos, duplexes, and private homes that will fi t any family size and most budgets in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan. Contact us today and we’ll help you plan your next dream vacation! 22989 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561 251-968-8896 [email protected] www.beachballproperties.com 4 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • December 11, 2020 • Gulf Coast Media Gulf Coast Media • December 11, 2020 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • 5 MANNING JEWELRY Everyone should own at least one special and unique piece of jewelry. JEWELRY STORE Our goal is to make it happen! JEWELRY STORE THANK YOU... FROM ALL OF US AT MANNING JEWELRY! CUSTOM OUTSTANDING DESIGN SERVICE • SINCE 1949 QUALITY • REPAIRS BEAUTIFUL • SHOWCASE APPRAISAL JEWELRY SERVICES 207 West Laurel Ave. (U.S. Hwy. 98), Foley, AL. • 251-943-4771 Beside Gift Horse Restaurant www.manningjewelry.com Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm THANK YOU BALDWIN COUNTY FOR MAKING US #1 IN FOUR CATEGORIES! DEALERSHIP SERVICE NEW CAR DEALERSHIP USED CAR DEALERSHIP AUTO DETAILER SOUTHERN CHEVROLET 2255 S MCKENZIE ST., PHONE: 251-943-8505 WWW.SOUTHERN-CHEVROLET.COM FOLEY, AL 36535 6 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • December 11, 2020 • Gulf Coast Media Challenging Year Brings Out the Best in Baldwin County Business By Bruce Workman 2020 was an intense year filled with one hard-hitting challenge after another, impacting the way we live as individuals, communities and as a nation. It was a year that saw unrest and division through escalating political dissention and a grow- ing divide caused by the fear and uncertainty of a threatening new virus. And when we thought we’d had enough, Sally cut through our region with devastating effects. It was an undeniably rough year that left many Baldwin County residents and businesses dis- couraged, confused, even hopeless and fearful. Imposed lockdowns resulted in isolation and hardship, shutting people down emotionally while businesses struggled under severe financial strain. Storm damage from Sally imposed further dif- ficulties that would require extensive repair and coordinated, large-scale clean-up efforts. But as we so often see, these are also the times Photo courtesy of Bruce Workman that reveal the strengths within many individu- grave challenges. But always up for a challenge, to the dedicated crews that went to work restoring als and organizations. One such organization is the Baldwin Tractor team initiated new procedures order and stability throughout the region. Owner, Baldwin County’s Kubota dealer, Baldwin Tractor and expanded their network of suppliers allowing Dan Middleton stated, “this is when we come to- and Equipment in Robertsdale. Through this roller them to meet the increasing need for agricultural gether and work hard to get things done, whatever coaster of a year, their efforts have remained sharp- and construction equipment, parts and services in it takes.” ly focused on the people of this community and the our growing community. It is this spirit of teamwork, exemplified by customers they serve. Hurricane Sally brought further challenges and business leaders like Baldwin Tractor, that unites In the early stages of the COVID-19 scare their an unprecedented demand for the specialized us and allows us to thrive through adversity. They products and services were deemed essential and equipment required for storm clean-up and debris consider everyone who walks through their doors they have remained open for business, keeping removal. At sun-up on the day after the storm, the a member of our richly diverse Baldwin Coun- their hard-working customers running strong. The team at Baldwin Tractor set up shop. Operating on ty family, knowing that if we continue working resulting lockdowns affected many important in- the limited power from one generator, they worked together, we will weather these storms and grow in dustries causing product shortages that posed some hard providing crucial equipment and assistance spirit as people and in strength as a society. COME HAVE A BALL AT THE BEACH Beachball Properties is a boutique, family-owned vacation rental and property management company servicing the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast. We offer a premier selection of condos, duplexes, and private homes that will fit any family size and most budgets in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan. Our team is passionate about sharing the local beach lifestyle, and we work diligently to ensure that your entire vacation is hassle free and fun from reservation to check-out. Gulf Coast Media • December 11, 2020 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • 7 8 • Big Beautiful Baldwin’s Best of 2021 • December 11, 2020 • Gulf Coast Media HEALTH: Thomas Hospital Auxiliary awards scholarships to area students, PAGE 5 Baldwin County fall sports plan announcedHEALTH: Thomas Hospital Auxiliary awards scholarships to area students, PAGE 5 PAGE 12 Baldwin County fall sports plan announced Serving the greater The Courier PAGE 12 NORTH, CENTRAL AND SOUTH BALDWIN AUGUST 19, 2020 | GulfCoastNewsToday.com | 75¢ The Islander Covering all of Baldwin County, AL every Friday. Fairhope communities Gulf State Park AUGUST 19, 2020 | GulfCoastNewsToday.com | Baldwin County approves Forum held for Fairhope mayor candidatesprescribed burn 75¢ fall sports plan planned for The City of Gulf Shores and Gulf Shores Fire announced K-1 roof By GUY BUSBY leadership style would unite work to improve cooperation. chaos and civility.
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