Foley history walking tours set in April
Residents and visitors will have the opportunity to explore more than a century of local history this April during free walking tours of Foley’s downtown historic district. The tours are part of a statewide initiative organized annually by the Alabama Department of Tourism. Alabama is the only state to host coordinated walking tours simultaneously in communities across the state, with more than 30 scheduled in April. In Foley, the guided walks will take place each Saturday morning — April 4, 11, 18 and 25 — beginning at 10 a.m. Each tour lasts about [...]
Foley making plans for new Senior Center building
Plans are moving forward for the construction of a new facility that will serve as the future home of the Foley Senior Center. The Foley City Council voted Monday, March 23, to seek proposals for the design of a new Senior Center building, marking the next step in addressing the city’s growing demand for senior services. David Thompson, executive director of leisure services, said the city previously considered renovating the current library building for use as a Senior Center once the new library opens in 2026. After further evaluation, officials determined that constructing [...]
Foley to continue to use Beach Express road designation
Businesses and residents along the Foley Beach Express can continue using the familiar roadway name in their addresses, even after the route received a new state designation. The Foley City Council has voted to retain “Foley Beach Express” as the official roadway name within city limits. While the highway was transferred to the Alabama Department of Transportation in 2025 and designated as Alabama 161, local addresses will not be required to change. City Engineer Taylor Davis said the city worked closely with the county E-911 system to ensure the Beach Express name remains [...]
New Library-Community Center Nears Completion; Roadway Improvements on Track
Construction is nearing completion on Foley’s new library-community center, along with roadway improvements designed to enhance access to the facility. The Foley City Council has approved funding to relocate books, equipment and other materials from the current library on East Laurel Avenue to the new building once construction is complete later this year. Library Director Kate Norris said the cost of the move is expected to be lower than originally projected. “It did come in under bid,” Norris said. “This is part of our planned project funding, but with the bid that came [...]
Foley City Council to meet Monday
FOLEY – The Foley City Council will hold its work session and meeting Monday, March 23. The meeting will begin at 4 p.m. in the council chambers at Foley City Hall. The meeting was rescheduled from Monday, March 16. Among the items on the agenda are: A discussion of the Fiscal Year 2026 Resurfacing Project. Hearing monthly department reports on planning and zoning, taxes, human resources, building and police and fire activities. Approving and paying bills for the record. Amending the City of Foley Zoning Ordinance. The first reading of an ordinance to [...]
Foley acquiring 121-acre site for industry
A 121-acre parcel along the Foley Beach Express will become Baldwin County’s newest industrial development site through a partnership involving the City of Foley, Baldwin Alliance and the state of Alabama. The City of Foley will purchase the property located near the southwest corner of the intersection of the Foley Beach Express and Baldwin Beach Express. The acquisition is supported by a grant of nearly $3.33 million from the Alabama Industrial Development Authority through the state’s Site Evaluation Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) program. The funding announcement was made Thursday, March 19, by the [...]
Foley Municipal Airport Open House Set March 21
The public is invited to explore Foley’s municipal airport during the second-annual open house on Saturday, March 21. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Holk Field at Foley Municipal Airport, located at 510 Airport Drive near Underwood Road (Baldwin County 24). The City of Foley and Lightning Aviation, which oversees airport operations, will host the open house. Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the terminal and other areas of the airport, meet representatives from aviation-related agencies and organizations, and learn more about airport services and operations. [...]
Foley Baby Box now open
Parents who are unable to care for an infant now have a safe and anonymous option in Foley. A Safe Haven Baby Box has been installed and is now operational at Foley Fire Station No. 1 on West Verbena Avenue. Foley Fire Chief Joey Darby said firefighters and city officials worked for several years to bring the project to the community. The city partnered with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, a national nonprofit that works with mothers in crisis and provides secure locations where infants can be safely surrendered if parents have no other [...]
Warming space opens at St. Paul’s Episcopal in Foley
A space for anyone needing a warm location during expected cold weather will be open at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Foley. The safer place location opened Monday, March 16, at 3 p.m. The site is scheduled to remain open until Wednesday, March 18 at 9 a.m. The warming space is located on the second floor of the church administration building at 506 N. Pine Street in Foley. People using the shelter should bring their medications, bedding and personal care or comfort items. A limited number of blankets and pillows will be available. [...]
Foley finances receive more recognition
Foley’s finances continue to receive high marks, with the city’s annual audit finding municipal finances in strong condition. The Foley City Council recently received the annual audit report conducted by the financial firm Warren Averett. Chris Kiley, senior audit manager with the firm, told council members the city received the most positive opinion possible following the review. “We issued a clean, unmodified opinion that your financial statements present fairly in all material respects,” Kiley said. “That is the highest level of assurance we’re allowed to provide.” Kiley also praised the work of Finance [...]