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Summerdale PD: 74-year-old Summerdale man stabs another in back during altercation
SUMMERDALE, Ala. (WALA) - A 74-year-old Summerdale man is locked up in jail in Baldwin County charged with first-degree assault after his arrest on Sunday, according to jail records. The Summerdale Police Department provided an account of the incident that led to Wayne Resmondo’s arrest. It was close to...
Police: Asphalt had to be replaced at Fairhope Pier due to vandalism
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - A section of asphalt at the Fairhope Municipal Pier had to be replaced after efforts failed to clean off vulgar words and images that had been spray painted by a vandal, city officials said. Attempts to remove the graffiti using detergent and a power washer were...
Cause of fire that destroyed Stapleton business remains under investigation
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A large fire destroyed a Baldwin County business early Wednesday morning. The Stapleton Volunteer Fire Department along with several other agencies responded to the blaze at Industrial Fiberglass Specialty on Pine Road South. Although the building was a total loss, no one was injured, authorities said.
Baldwin County District Attorney’s Office holds vigil to remember victims who passed due to crime
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — There are over 50 crime victims who once lived in Baldwin County. Families and friends came together Tuesday night in front of the Baldwin County Courthouse to honor those who have passed due to crime-related incidents. The candles were lit as people bowed their heads in front of the courthouse […]
'There is no waste': Flora-Bama Lounge's Mullet Toss helps feed local alligator sanctuary
PERDIDO KEY, Fla. -- There is a weekend full of fun events ahead at the Flora-Bama, including the 40th annual Mullet Toss. After animal rights group PETA requested the use of rubber fish instead of the dead mullet, some may be wondering where does the tossed fish go?. None of...
2X Monster Trucks Live Tour coming to Baldwin County in May
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The 2X Monster Trucks Live Tour — a tour featuring some of the most recognized and popular trucks — is returning to the Baldwin County Fairgrounds Arena for two shows. According to a press release, the event scheduled for May 4 marks the Robertsdale debut of monster truck legend and […]
Wawa opening in Fairhope this week
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Wawa is opening its first store in Alabama on Thursday, April 25, in Fairhope with doors opening at 8am and a 10am ribbon cutting ceremony that celebrates associates, customers and community. The segment should give viewers an overview of Wawa’s history, fresh food and beverage offer and commitment to the community.
20th Annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival at OWA May 2-4
FOLEY, Ala. (WPMI) — Celebrating its 20th year of flying, the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival will take sail at OWA Parks & Resort for the 4th year in a row. The festival will take place on May 2 through 4 and promises high-flying excitement and tons of family fun, showcasing over 50-plus balloons from across the nation.
Fundraiser in Daphne for woman nearly killed in a motorcycle crash
DAPHNE, Ala. (WALA) - A community is coming together to help a woman nearly killed in a crash earlier this month. Natasha Latour was on the back of her boyfriend’s motorcycle when they were hit by a truck in Fairhope. Friends said they were pulling out of the Fairhope Falls subdivision on Highway 104.
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