Update on OWA operations
Dear Valued Guests, Based on daily changes in the status of the Coronavirus pandemic and protocols set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health and Governor Kay Ivey’s Office, OWA’s amusement park will continue to temporarily suspend operations until Friday, April 17, 2020 or unless otherwise instructed by health officials. We are evaluating our reopening timeline on a daily basis and will work to provide periodic updates to the public. Many retailers and restaurants in Downtown OWA will remain temporarily closed in accordance with protocols in place from the ADPH. In an effort to [...]
Nonessential businesses to close statewide
3/27/2020—Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has announced all nonessential businesses statewide are to be closed starting Saturday at 5 p.m. The closure is scheduled for March 28 through April 17. For the full statement and list of businesses, click here.
Kay Ivey orders schools to be closed through the end of the school year
3/26/2020—Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has ordered the schools in the state to remain closed through the end of the school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Students will continue to learn at home using "alternate methods of instruction" starting on April 6. State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey said the state is working with local school systems to address the lack of internet access in some homes.
No medical masks, no problem Foley ladies come to the rescue
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — The steady hum of a sewing machine and a need to do something started a conversation between half a dozen ladies in Foley. “Do you think we could sew masks for the hospital?” Barbara Stetz asked her neighbor Pat Hassler, “and I said I think it would be wonderful.” “And I said oh geez, we’re sitting around The Grove. Why don’t we do something?” responded Stetz. Read more on WKRG...
Riviera Utilities brings No Bucket Lunch Challenge to Foley Main Street
Times are tough for local businesses as more and more families are quarantining themselves at home and practicing social distancing in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This is causing many local businesses to feel a financial strain. At a time when locals and tourists would typically be out celebrating the spring, businesses are finding themselves closing their doors to the public. Read more...
Foley closes majority of city buildings due to COVID-19
Today Foley Mayor John Koniar announced the closing of all city buildings to the public, except for the lobbies of the Judicial Center and city hall, due to COVID-19 concerns. City employees will continue to work with customers and citizens through glass windows, maintaining social distancing practices. Visitors to both buildings are asked to practice social distancing, maintaining at least six feet between each other to prevent the spread of the virus. In addition to the services provided at these two buildings, employees of all departments will continue to serve citizens via phone, [...]
Foley declares state of emergency
Foley declares local state of emergency regarding COVID-19 Foley’s city council members voted to enact a citywide state of emergency in response to COVID-19 at their March 16 meeting. The resolution provides the mayor or council president the authority to make rapid decisions that affect public health and safety to aid in halting the spread of the coronavirus. This decision follows declarations by Gov. Kay Ivey for a statewide state of emergency on March 13, 2020, and the Baldwin County Commission’s countywide declaration on March 14, both also in an effort to halt [...]
Foley taking precautionary measures
Foley following precautionary measures against Coronavirus The City of Foley continues to monitor the COVID-19 virus, and follow guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and the Alabama Department of Public Health. Our goal is to help slow the spread of the virus during the outbreak. Because the disease spreads through social contact, as of Monday, March 16, the Graham Creek Nature Preserve Interpretive Center will be closed until further notice, and recreational youth sports leagues and boards created by the city council will not meet until further notice. The Foley Kids [...]
This Week in Foley! March 17 – March 23, 2020
Brandon Styles MAGIC SHOW 03/16/2020 • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM The Showroom 101H OWA Blvd. Foley AL 36535 Brandon Styles MAGIC SHOW is packed full of big magic, little magic and funny magic to amaze and astound you, make you laugh, and make you wonder. Audience interaction and … Ladies Golf Clinic 03/17/2020 • 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Glen Lakes Golf Course 9530 Clubhouse Dr Foley AL 36535 Our Ladies Golf Clinic are Tuesdays with a starting time of 3:30 p.m. Get a lesson for $10 per student. Meet at the [...]
Road Closure: S. Chestnut St.
The area of S. Chestnut St. between E. Azalea Ave. and E. Jefferson Ave. will be closed Tuesday, Mar. 17th from 6:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. for a culvert installation. A map of the area is attached for your convenience.