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Fairhope Landmark Could Make Way for Hotel & Spa

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John Oldshue & Anne Dorman
November 15, 2024

Happy Friday, Fairhope! 🎉 The weekend is finally here, and we’re ready to kick it off with a smile:

“In the South, we don’t hide our crazy family members. We parade them out on the front porch and give them sweet tea.” - Lewis Grizzard

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In Today’s Fairhope Now Newsletter:

  1. Fairhope Landmark Could Make Way for Hotel & Spa

  2. Fairhope Tree and Lights Starting to Go Up

  3. Downtown Fairhope Christmas Tradition

  4. Famous Hermit’s Hut Closer to Move to Nature Park

  5. Fairhope Adoptable Pets: Meet Max

  6. Quick News from Around Fairhope

Fairhope Landmark Could Make Way for Hotel & Spa

Gulf Coast Media reports that one of Fairhope’s oldest historic buildings, the Fairhope Hardware Building at 301 Fairhope Ave., may soon face demolition. Constructed in 1922 and listed as a “contributing” structure in the Fairhope Downtown Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places, the building has served various purposes over the years, including as a department store, a Piggly Wiggly, and Fairhope Hardware. Despite its historic status, it lacks protections against demolition. Purchased in March 2023 for $1.6 million, the site’s owner, FST Sildi LLC, has proposed replacing it with a new structure housing a 27-room hotel, a medical spa, and a restaurant. The city’s Board of Adjustments and Appeals will consider this proposal during a public meeting on Monday, Nov. 18, at the Fairhope Municipal Complex.

Fairhope Tree and Lights Starting to Go Up

A Fairhope Tradition: 12 Days of Christmas

Have you spotted the beautiful old 12 Days of Christmas cards that once hung on the lamp posts? Vicky Cook reminded us that: “These 12 Days of Christmas were painted by Mary Hunter. They were 2 by 4 ft. There were 29 other Christmas wooden cards painted by various artists and Elizabeth Box did a couple of those. The 29 were 4 by 8 ft., very heavy and not able to hang as they once did. Only 20 remain of the original 29. The 12 Days and the other 29 were painted during the 1978-79 year but were not displayed until 1979 due to Hurricane Frederick.”

Famous Hermit’s Hut Set to Move to Nature Park

The Fairhope Times reports that the legal paperwork from owner Ken Neimeyer is finalized, allowing the city to proceed with plans to relocate the famous hermit’s hut from private property on Parker Road to the new Nature Park nearby. Moving-specialists Wolfe House Movers of Pennsylvania have been asked to assess the move’s feasibility, with a citizens group committed to raising funds for the project.

Fairhope Adoptable Pets : Meet Max

Max is a 7-year-old liver and tan Australian Cattle Dog mix with a sweet and friendly nature. This laid-back, chunky boy enjoys the quieter side of life, preferring short, leisurely walks during cool evenings. Though his cattle dog genes might suggest boundless energy, Max is content with calm and cozy moments. His easygoing temperament makes him a perfect companion for anyone looking for a relaxed, loving friend. Max's gentle demeanor and love for peaceful surroundings make him a joy to have by your side. Learn more about Max and other adoptable pets by clicking through to The Haven.

Quick News from Around Fairhope

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