Tag: Features
Rooted in Baldwin
What does it mean to be part of a place? To be shaped by the landscape and seascape, to create a sense of...
7 Fun Ways to Celebrate the Fourth
1. FEAST ON WATERMELON A local tradition since 1973, the Grand Bay Watermelon Festival offers something for the whole family. Enjoy arts,...
5 Unique Wedding Reception Venues
The Bay area is home to a number of reception venues – the beautiful Bragg-Mitchell Mansion, the History Museum of Mobile and...
Restaurant Review: Bravo Tacos
The next time you’re beach bound, forgo the fast food in favor of, fresh fare at Bravo Tacos instead. The taqueria,...
A Swamp Writer's Guide to the Delta
I’ve been going into the the Mobile-Tensaw Delta swamps for nearly 20 years now. I built a camp, made friends with the swamp...
Bygone Structures
“Remove not the ancient landmark, ” the Bible tells us. But we Americans have always been an impatient, push-ahead people, continually building, tearing down...
Sweet Temptations
Ranging from new interpretations of the classic chocolate chip cookie to ultradecadent pecan and caramel confections, Baldwin County offers up a sweeter side of...
Some Things to Remember
Your wedding is approaching quickly. All the plans are set. However, you’ve forgotten something. Actually, you’ve forgotten a few certain “somethings.” Don’t...
Hot List: Dog Days of Summer
Many, if not all, dog owners consider their four-legged friends part of the family, so why not treat them as...
Dueling Dragons
In ancient China, dragon boats, or long, wooden vessels decorated like the mythical creatures, were fashioned to encourage rainfall...