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Steve Bailey Named 2025 Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year
Foley, AL – September 19, 2025 – The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Steve Bailey as the 2025 Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year. Presented by Riviera Utilities, this prestigious award honors individuals who demonstrate the true spirit of American free enterprise. Since 1976, the award has recognized leaders who embody innovation, entrepreneurship, and an unwavering commitment to their community.Steve Bailey accepting the 2025 Walton M. Vines Person of the Year award
Riviera Utilities Receives National System Operational Achievement Recognition Award
FOLEY – Foley’s Riviera Utilities has again received national recognition for excellence in operating its natural gas utility. The American Public Gas Association presented its System Operational Achievement Recognition, known as SOAR, to Riviera Utilities. Out of approximately 750 APGA members, Riviera Utilities was selected for this honor by its peers on the APGA Operations and Safety Committee. The selection was based on demonstrated excellence in four key areas: system integrity, system
Doug Lipscomb Named 2024 Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year
SEE PHOTOS/VIDEOS Foley, AL – September 20, 2024 – The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Doug Lipscomb, owner of RiverView Turf Farm, as the 2024 Walton M. Vines Free Enterprise Person of the Year. Presented by Riviera Utilities, this prestigious award honors individuals who demonstrate the true spirit of American free enterprise. Since 1976, the award has recognized leaders who embody innovation, entrepreneurship, and commitment to their community. Doug Lipscomb’s leadership at
Renovated 1925 Foley building becomes chamber office
May 24th, 2023 | City of Foley News FOLEY – A 97-year-old building that survived proposals to tear it down is now the office of the South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce after being donated to the organization by the city of Foley. The chamber held an open house Monday, May 22 to display the renovations made to the 5,600 square-foot building. The two-story Mission Revival style structure was built on North Alston Street in 1925. It was the Foley Masonic Lodge for about 50 years. In 2002, the city of Foley
