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Fairhope, Alabama Patch AM: a 5 min readGood morning Fairhope! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- What two new eateries just cleared a key hurdle in Fairhope?
- See what Fairhope Highās new $6 million gym includes
- Meet the Fairhope nursing student now wearing the Miss UM crown
Today's riddle: I Am not animal, vegetable, or mineral. I donāt eat, but need to be fed regularly to stay alive. What am I? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 72 and low of 67 degrees.
- Saturday: Heavy rain and a thunderstorm, temps: high: 76, low: 68.
- Sunday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Fairhope Planning Commission reapproves site plans for two restaurants after approval expires (gulfcoastmedia.com) ā Fairhope residents can expect a new Foosacklyās and a dessert shop called Just Chillinā after the Planning Commission reapproved their site plans along Highway 181. The restaurants are part of the Encounter Development, where the famous āClose Encountersā house still awaits relocation despite an earlier extension. 
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2. Two more Baldwin County schools expand athletics and fine arts in $58M district investment (wkrg.com) ā Fairhope High School just opened a brand-new 22,000-square-foot gym, part of a $58 million countywide push to upgrade athletics and fine arts. The project adds locker rooms, weight training, and space for multiple activities, while other Baldwin County high schools, including Daphne, are also receiving major facility improvements. Ā Ā Ā
3. Sophomore Autumn Jones crowned Miss University of Mobile 2026 (thealabamabaptist.org) ā A Fairhope nursing student, Autumn Jones, has been crowned Miss University of Mobile 2026, giving local residents a hometown connection to the title. Jones plans to use her āCurious and Kindā platform to serve others on campus and in surrounding communities, while preparing for a nursing career focused on compassionate care. Ā Ā Ā
4. Fairhope teen on life support after crash while family searches for answers (wkrg.com) ā A Fairhope teenager, Payton Nelson, remains in serious condition after a lateānight motorcycle crash at County Roads 13 and 24, though his family says he is slowly improving. Relatives believe his badly damaged bike shows he was rearāended, and theyāre still seeking answers while doctors monitor his breathing issues and recovery from major head surgery. Ā Ā Ā
5. Judge to decide if Silverhill man's lawsuit over immigration detentions can move forward (mynbc15.com) ā A Baldwin County construction workerās lawsuit over repeated immigration detentions includes one incident at a Fairhope job site, raising concerns about how local workers are treated. His attorneys say heās a U.S. citizen who was handcuffed three times despite showing valid ID, while the federal government argues he lacks standing and denies targeting Latino workers. A judge will decide if the case can move forward. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Fairhope
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White Tie Rock Ensemble Presents: Bohemian Stardust
OWA Theater Location:
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100 Alabama Miles Local Kickoff
Historic Blakeley State Park
8:00 am -
Good Life Ride
Gulf State Park The 2026 Good Life Ride begins and ends in the 's scenic backcountry trails, voted #1 Recreational Trail by USA Today for the past three years!!
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Welcome Back Monarchs Day
Foley Civic Center, 407 E Laurel Avenue, Foley
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Ghost Fleet Cruise
Historic Blakeley State Park
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Pensters - Giddens
Fairhope Public Library, 161 North Section Street, Fairhope
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Village of Hope Jamboree 2026
University of South Alabama Baldwin County, 10 Summit Street N., Fairhope
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Bountiful Breads: Biscuits A class focused on Buttermilk Biscuits and Tea Biscuits (Right in time for Mother's Day)
The Barn at the Hope Farm, 915 Nichols Ave, Fairhope
12:00 pm
Friday May 8
Saturday May 9
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Young Professional Coffee Social @ Soul Caffeine, Spanish Fort
Soul Caffeine, 7635 Spanish Fort Blvd., Suite A, Spanish Fort
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White Tie Rock Ensemble Presents: Bohemian Stardust
OWA Theater Location:
7:00 pm -
100 Alabama Miles Local Kickoff
Historic Blakeley State Park
8:00 am -
Ghost Fleet Cruise
Historic Blakeley State Park
9:00 am
Friday May 8
Saturday May 9
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š¬ Chatter
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- Today I'm gonna start volunteering sidewalk & path backpack blower time around Fairhope...
in my spare time I will come to a location that's in need of clearing for walkers dogs skates scooters, take a Pic n post or inbox me for detailsā¦ (Nextdoor Fairhope/Greeno) - Day 6 Devotion: Luke Chapters 13 & 14
Theme: Urgency and Humility Key Verses > āExcept ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.ā ā Luke 13:3 KJV āFor whosoever exalteth himself shallā¦ (Nextdoor Point Clear)
- Compass Group, North America posted a job opening for HOUSEKEEPER - No Experience Required in Fairhope. Apply here.
- Five Guys posted a job opening for Resturant Shift Manager in Fairhope. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fairhope here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Fire (Thank you Steve H. for sending it in!)
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