Foley named Weather Ready Nation Ambassador
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration named Foley a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador. Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors help their communities prepare for extreme weather, water and climate events. The effects of extreme weather, such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes and other disasters can be reduced when communities are prepared to take action in advance. The designation is a national distinction presented to organizations committed to strengthening community resilience through weather awareness and preparedness. Offices provide forecast information that supports emergency managers, first responders, government officials, businesses and the public make fast, smart decisions to [...]
Foley council meeting rescheduled
FOLEY – The next Foley City Council meeting and work session has been rescheduled for Monday, March 23. Council meetings are usually held on the first and third Monday of each month. The meeting set for March 16 was rescheduled. The March 23 meeting will begin at 4 p.m. in the council chambers at Foley City Hall.
Best-selling author Coble returning to Foley Public Library
The Foley Public Library will welcome back USA Today bestselling author Colleen Coble on Friday, March 27, at 5:30 p.m. Coble recently released her newest novel, When Justice Comes, which is set along the Gulf Coast. During the event, readers will have the opportunity to meet the author, hear about her writing journey and learn more about her latest book. This will be Coble’s second appearance at the Foley Public Library, following a well-attended visit last year. Coble is a widely known Christian fiction author recognized for her romantic suspense novels, including the [...]
Safe Haven Baby Box to be Placed Into Service in Foley
A project designed to provide a safe, anonymous place where parents can surrender infants will begin operating in Foley this week. The Safe Haven Baby Box will be placed into service with a blessing ceremony on Friday, March 13. The event will begin at 2 p.m. at Fire Station No. 1, where the box is installed. Foley Fire Chief Joey Darby said the program provides a life-saving option for parents who feel they have no other choice. “I would hope that this box will never be needed,” Darby said. “Other boxes, however, have [...]
Intersection at Hickory Street and Michigan Avenue Reopens After Major Improvements
The intersection of South Hickory Street and West Michigan Avenue has reopened following a construction project led by Baldwin County Commission to improve traffic flow and safety at the busy southwest Foley location. Portions of the intersection had been closed since September while crews upgraded turn signals and added dedicated turn lanes in all four directions. West Michigan Avenue is designated as Baldwin County 26 at the intersection. The project was carried out through a partnership between the City of Foley and Baldwin County. The Foley City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with [...]
Foley Celebrates Employees at Annual Appreciation Meeting
The City of Foley recognized municipal employees for their dedication and service to the community during the annual employee appreciation meeting held Thursday, March 5, at the Foley Civic Center. Mayor Ralph Hellmich thanked employees for their commitment and the role they play in making Foley a great place to live. “As I travel representing our city, people ask how we do all this,” Hellmich said. “It's because of you guys. It's because y'all are proud of what you do. You love your city, and you love one another, and so coming to [...]
Foley gives away 720 trees for Arbor Day
The City of Foley marked its 45th year as a Tree City USA community by giving away more than 700 trees to residents and honoring two dedicated public servants during its annual Arbor Day celebration. The event took place Saturday, Feb. 28, at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market, where volunteers distributed 720 trees in three-gallon containers to local residents. Tree Giveaway Supports a Greener Foley This year’s giveaway featured a variety of popular and hardy species, including: Summer red maple Green giant arborvitae Live oak Crape myrtles Nuttall oak Several varieties [...]
Foley City Council to hold two meetings Monday
FOLEY – The Foley City Council will hold its regular work session and meeting and a special meeting Monday, March 2. The council will hold a special meeting to formally accept the city’s annual audit findings at 3 p.m. The regular meeting and work session will begin at 4 p.m. Both meetings will take place in the council chambers at Foley City Hall. Among the items on the regular meeting agenda are: A public hearing to declare junk and debris to be a nuisance and to order its abatement on East Gate Circle. [...]
Foley supports Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
Plans are underway for the 2026 Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival, and the City of Foley will once again support one of the Gulf Coast’s premier spring events. The Foley City Council recently approved plans to provide city services for the annual festival, which will take place April 30 through May 2, 2026, at OWA Parks & Resort. During the three-day celebration, about 55 hot air balloons are expected to fill the skies over Foley and participate in the popular balloon glows at OWA. The festival is presented by the South Baldwin [...]
Foley Approves Modest Adjustment to Sanitation Rates
The City of Foley will implement a slight increase in garbage collection rates to address inflation and rising operational costs since fees were last adjusted six years ago. Beginning April 1, 2026, the monthly cost for the first residential garbage can will increase by $3.25, bringing the total to $23 per month. The rate for a second garbage can will remain unchanged at $16 per month. The monthly sanitation fee includes weekly collection of household garbage, recyclable materials, yard debris and bulk items. The city’s last sanitation rate increase occurred in 2019. Since [...]