It’s time to register for Basketball
As we continue to follow all of the state guidelines regarding COVID-19 including social distancing we are giving you a few different options for registration in an effort to keep everyone safe. All of the information needed, including the registration form, has been posted on our Foley Recreation website (I have included the link below). This year we will not have uniforms available for the kids to try on so please make sure you know your child’s sizes before you register. The fee to register is $50.00 for all ages. The last day [...]
Foley Seeks Christmas Tree Decorating Contest Entries
Businesses, organizations and individuals are invited to help “light up” Heritage Park by decorating a live tree to be enjoyed by park visitors during the Christmas season. Merchants or local groups are encouraged to participate by selecting a theme to promote their business or organization - or just to celebrate the season. Live trees are provided by the city. The trees should be set up and decorated for display in Heritage Park by Wednesday, Dec. 2, in time for judging on Thursday, Dec. 3. Trees will be judged on originality, creative use of [...]
Mayor Ralph Hellmich, Foley council sworn into office
The new four-year term began on Monday, Nov. 2. At that time Ralph Hellmich was sworn in as mayor of Foley, while returning councilmembers Wayne Trawick (District 1), Vera Quaites (District 2), Rick Blackwell (District 4), Charlie Ebert (District 5) and newcomer Richard “Dick” Dayton were sworn into office. Judge Robert Wilters performed the ceremonies. Hellmich began his public service in 2004 when he was appointed as the District 3 representative. He began serving as Mayor Pro Tem in 2012. He said he was encouraged to run for mayor by former Mayor John [...]
Local nonprofit Clothes Closet says heartfelt farewell to community
The Clothes Closet was a place where you could donate good, used clothing for a purpose. Once donated, two things could happen with those items: they would sell and the money would be given to numerous local charities, or they would be given for free to community members in need. Since 1977, that was the goal of the local nonprofit - to give back to as many as possible. Like so many others, The Clothes Closet felt the effects of COVID-19 in March when they shut their doors. On July 6, the nonprofit [...]
“Safer at Home” extension
Today, Gov. Ivey extended the current “Safer at Home” order, which includes the mask mandate, through Friday, December 11 (when new guidelines will be announced). The state has also lifted occupancy limitations for retailers, gyms and fitness centers as well as entertainment venues, restaurants and close-contact businesses like hair and nail salons. However, for restaurants, gyms/fitness centers, and close-contact businesses, in order to allow for normal capacity, customers must wear masks and be separated by impermeable partitions or barriers like plexiglass. The statewide order can be viewed in its entirety here.
New Mayor and Council installed in Foley
Foley’s new mayor and city council members were sworn in on Monday, Nov. 2. Ralph Hellmich, who has served on the city council representing District 3 since 2004, was sworn in as mayor. Wayne Trawick, who has represented District 1 since 1998, was re-elected to another term. Trawick was also elected to serve as Council President at the organizational meeting. This is the third time he has been elected by fellow council members to hold this position. He has served as Council President since 2012. Vera Quaites was re-elected to a third term [...]
Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation Receives Large Grant for Hurricane Relief
In the sudden adversity caused by Hurricane Sally, Baldwin REALTORS ® leadership formed a plan to help the devastated homeowners and renters of Baldwin County. What started as aiding through donations of non-perishables and generators has now turned into a newly formed non-profit foundation with a substantial grant of $200,000 to distribute in the community. The Baldwin REALTORS® Foundation received the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) REALTORS® Relief Foundation Grant to assist anyone in the Baldwin County community who has suffered loss to a primary residence from the storm. Those who lease and [...]
Road Closure – November 4th
E. Verbena Ave. between S. Poplar St. and S. Juniper St. will be closed Wednesday, November 4th, 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. for a culvert installation. A map of the area is included for your reference.
Foley Polling Locations
The City has four locations for voting: Foley Civic Center, 407 E. Laurel Ave; Graham Creek Interpretive Center, 23030 Wolfe Bay Dr; Foley United Methodist Church, 915 N. Pine St; and Magnolia Springs Wesleyan Church, 12233 Magnolia Springs Hwy. You can CHECK HERE for your polling location.
HBLB cautions consumers for potential post-hurricane scams
In the wake of Hurricane Zeta, the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board (HBLB) cautions consumers of the potential for scams, fraud, and incompetent work during post-storm damage cleanup, repair, and rebuilding, and encourages consumers to use licensed home builders as required by law. Builders holding an unlimited license issued by the HBLB have passed a test and provided evidence of financial responsibility in order to obtain their license. A license issued by the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board is required when the cost of repairing or rebuilding the home is more than $10,000. [...]