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Hi there, Foley! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Foley's new rules could cut down on door-to-door sales
  • See which Foley streets are getting resurfaced starting in October
  • How a chance meeting revived memories of a Foley Vietnam hero

Also on today's calendar: BJ's Wholesale Club Pre-Opening Limited-Time Offer and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, a shower; humid, temps: high: 87, low: 65.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 85 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Foley's New Protection From Annoying Door-to-Door Solicitation (gulfshoresnews.com) — Foley residents and business owners now have stronger protection from unwanted commercial door-to-door solicitors under updated city rules. The ordinance requires permits, ID badges, and accountability standards for salespeople, plus an online opt-out option for neighborhoods, while still exempting charities, political campaigns, and religious groups to preserve noncommercial outreach and free speech rights.
   

2. Foley adds Park Avenue to upcoming road resurfacing plan (gulfcoastmedia.com) — Foley drivers can expect fresh pavement soon as the city expands its upcoming resurfacing program to include Park Avenue between South Hickory and South Pine, bringing total work to 6.3 miles. With a low bid around $1.08 million, crews will start in October on Park Avenue, Lakeview Drive, West Peachtree Avenue, and a nearby alley, improving several key neighborhood routes.
   

3. Unexpected encounter in Alabama helps family learn more about fallen Vietnam soldier (wkrg.com) — In Foley, the family of fallen Vietnam soldier Louis Jones recently learned more about his final moments after an unexpected meeting with a fellow veteran who served beside him. The encounter, which happened during a Purple Heart event in Daphne, brought powerful memories, comfort, and a renewed sense of connection to Jones' sacrifice for his hometown loved ones.
   

4. Baldwin County suspends pistol permit processing at Robertsdale office (wkrg.com) — If you need a pistol permit in Foley, you'll have to use the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office's Foley, Fairhope, Bay Minette, or online options, because processing is suspended at the Robertsdale office until further notice. The sheriff's office hasn't explained the change yet but promises updates when Robertsdale services resume.
   

5. Federal judge puts new limits on immigration raids at Alabama construction sites (mynbc15.com) — A new federal court order could change how immigration officers operate at construction sites in Foley, after a Baldwin County worker was repeatedly detained while on the job. The ruling bars warrantless raids at private construction sites and requires officers to release workers who show proof of legal status, potentially easing fears for many local crews.
   

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    Wednesday September 23
  • Indoor Cycling →
    Orange Beach, AL Calendar, 4847 Wilson Boulevard, Orange Beach
    9:00 am
  • Wednesday Nights Service Industry Night
    South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, 19812 Underwood Rd, Foley
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sometimes having a dog or a cat is a luxury...
    But more often it is helping out an animal in otherwise dire straights. Fear of being judged or publicly shamed on social media is a very real… (Nextdoor Plantation Magnolia River)
  • Magnolia Springs is getting ready for their October festival.
    Vendors can contact or apply at the fire department. (Nextdoor HWY 98)
  • RTX posted a job opening for Mechanical Assembler I, 1st Shift (Onsite) in Foley. Apply here.
  • Collins Aerospace posted a job opening for Assembler - Manufacturing in Foley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Foley here.

Ok Foley! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: No because they can always be used as a bad example! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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