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Baldwin County’s Kaishan Compressor Wins Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Award

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Four nursing students in maroon scrubs stand by a medical mannequin in a hospital bed, smiling as they practice patient care—a scene reminiscent of hands-on training at the 121 acre industrial park site in Foley, Baldwin County, AL.

Baldwin Preparatory Academy and Coastal Alabama Launch Dual Enrollment Stand-Alone Practical Nursing Program

June 24, 2026

Six people in business attire stand smiling in front of a large excavator on a grassy field during the Butting groundbreaking in Loxley, with a tree behind them and a blue sky with scattered clouds overhead.

Butting USA helps earn Alabama a Silver Shovel Award from Area Development

June 22, 2026

A group of people stands in a meeting room, posing for a photo while holding a large ceremonial check labeled “North Foley Industrial Park.” The check is dated June 2023, celebrating the Butting groundbreaking in Loxley as attendees look on.

Latest State SEEDS Funding Will Create New Baldwin County Industrial Park

June 2, 2026

A graduation ceremony takes place indoors with students in caps and gowns on stage. As Buffalo Rock Company expanding to Loxley is announced, graduates receive diplomas from officials. A large screen displays the event, with flags visible in the background.

Baldwin Preparatory Academy Celebrates Historic First Graduating Class

May 21, 2026

A large, modern industrial warehouse with a blue entrance and a sign reading BUFFALO ROCK stands in Foley’s newly acquired industrial park, thanks to a $3.3 million SEEDS Grant. It’s surrounded by grass, trees, and a mostly empty parking lot under partly cloudy skies.

Buffalo Rock Company Expands Gulf Coast Operations with New $10 Million Facility in Loxley

April 30, 2026

An aerial view of the Butting USA factory with congratulations text for winning a 2024 CiCi Award. A badge says CiCi Awards Winner and a caption reads: Manufacturing pipe systems. Butting community impact recognized with CiCi award.

Butting USA Recognized for Community Impact with a Trade & Industry Development CiCi Award

April 1, 2026

A group of twelve people, dressed in business and casual attire, stand together smiling on a wooden stage. A projection behind them reads Mayor Ralph Hellmich & the City of Foley Awarded $3.3 Million SEEDS Grant to Acquire Industrial Park.

Foley Awarded $3.3 Million SEEDS Grant to Acquire Industrial Park and Strengthen Economic Growth in Baldwin County

March 19, 2026

A group of people pose together on stage, some holding certificates and smiling at the camera. The celebration highlights Hatch-a-thon, which supports startups growth and local businesses, bringing together both men and women for this achievement.

Hatch Fairhope Celebrates Successful Hatchathon Launching Companies and Welcoming High School Builders

January 29, 2026

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Baldwin County Economic Development Alliance Announces Leadership Promotions and Welcomes New Talent

January 5, 2026

MOST RECENT NEWS

Baldwin County’s Kaishan Compressor Wins Alabama Manufacturer of the Year Award

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Emsi ranks Baldwin County 2nd in Alabama for Workforce Talent Attraction

November 5, 2021

USA Health breaks ground on new Fairhope medical facility

October 26, 2021

Site Selection Group ranks Alabama 4th among 2021 Best States for Manufacturing list

October 22, 2021

MTC Logistics opens $61 million refrigerated cargo facility at the Port of Mobile

October 22, 2021

Loxley set to become Baldwin County’s newest city

October 21, 2021

Baldwin County ranks among Alabama’s Top 5 counties for business growth, GDP growth, new building permits, and business investment

October 13, 2021

Orange Beach Elementary named National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. secretary of education

September 24, 2021

Port of Mobile continues to see record growth in volume

September 17, 2021

“Retain Alabama” initiative launched to retain Alabama’s college graduates

September 16, 2021