Local News in Baldwin County and across the Alabama Gulf Coast

Gulf Shores businesses organize art walk after Shrimp Festival cancellation

Aiming to ease the lingering sting of lost sales from the Annual National Shrimp Festival that was canceled this year due to the then-impending Hurricane Isaias, business owners in the Gulf Shores …

Happening Now - Local News

Foley approves drone technology for emergency response

Foley Police Department is preparing to deploy drones as first responders under a new technology initiative approved by Foley City Council, giving officers a faster way to assess emergency scenes …

9 things to do around Baldwin County this weekend, Oct. 23-25

Ready to fall into a weekend full of fun? This weekend, Baldwin County and the surrounding area will offer plenty of ways to get out, make memories and celebrate the season. Families can get into the …

Big Beach Brewing celebrates 10 years as community staple in Gulf Shores

GULF SHORES — If there is a place in Gulf Shores that takes its "small town, big beach" motto to heart, it's Big Beach Brewing. Since it first opened its doors 10 years ago, Big Beach has …

Obituaries

Lori Louise Cooper

Lori Louise Cooper, age 61, of Pensacola, Florida went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Oct. 16, 2026. AKA: Super Duper Lori Cooper! Lori is preceded in death by her mother, Eunice …

Lawrence Russell Dewey, Jr.

LTC Lawrence Russell Dewey, Jr. (Retired) passed away on Thurs. Sept. 24, 2026, in Georgia at the age of 90. His funeral service will be held on Fri., Oct. 9th, 2026, at Hughes Funeral Home in …

Cleo Jackson

Cleo Jackson, age 98, passed away peacefully on Aug. 14, 2026, in Daphne, Alabama surrounded by her loving family. Her visitation service was held on Thurs., Aug. 20, 2026, at Pine Grove C.M.E. …

Duck's Diner named most famous diner in Alabama

A popular restaurant near the beaches of Baldwin County was recently called the most famous diner in the state of Alabama. Business Insider compiled a list of “ the most famous diner in every …

Baldwin County residents invited to learn about paid aquaculture training

Baldwin County residents interested in a paid opportunity to learn more about aquaculture and training opportunities near Fort Morgan can sign up for free informational webinars on Tuesday, Oct. 27. …

Roundabout opens connecting SR 161 and County Road 4 in Gulf Shores

The SR-161 North Roundabout, located south of Gateway Boulevard (CR-8) in Gulf Shores, is now open to …

Orange Beach eyeing new self-contained breathing devices for fire and rescue with DHS grant

Orange Beach Fire and Rescue needs to replace its aging self-contained breathing apparatus inventory and is getting a big assist from the Department of Homeland Security in the form of more than …

Gulf Shores pedestrian bridge plaza costs increase by $1.2M

Gulf Shores needs another $1.2 million to complete the plazas for the pedestrian bridge currently under construction over the Intracoastal Waterway at the intersection of Canal Road and East Second …

The Onlooker - Central/North Baldwin

Crews work to clear downed trees and restore power in Foley after Hurricane Isaias on Oct. 10.

New Baldwin County mayors reflect on Hurricane Isaias

Additional sidewalks on Cedar Street will extend city walkways along Cedar Street to a distance of about three miles from Village Square Boulevard, past three schools and two parks, to near Ninth Avenue.

Foley to extend Cedar Street sidewalks with developer contribution

Foley approves fee reductions for qualifying nonprofits

Foley will add new LED lighting at the softball fields at Max Griffin Park as part of improvements planned for municipal recreation.

Foley looks to modernize Max Griffin Park alongside aquatics project

Loxley joins statewide campaign promoting local communities

Alabama Supreme Court says Fairhope has immunity from negligence suit over housing development denials

Children, families and seniors participate in YMCA of South Alabama programs supported in part by the organization’s financial assistance efforts. The YMCA’s Nov. 6 “Good Times for a Good Cause” fundraiser will help expand access to memberships and programs for local residents.

YMCA fundraiser brings bingo, dinner and community support to Daphne

Eastern Shore Rep brings ‘High School Musical JR’ to Daphne

Gulf Coast Restaurant Roundup: Dutch Bros. Coffee opens in Spanish Fort, Greer's Markets coming to Magnolia Springs summer 2027

Fairhope City Council accepts GoMESA grant for Phase III of the Flying Creek Nature Preserve

The Nature Conservancy expands coastal restoration efforts in Alabama

BAYOU LA BATRE — On Alabama's Gulf Coast, where issues like rising sea levels, powerful storms and shoreline erosion are a threat to wildlife habitats and living environments, The Nature …

Public hearing set for proposed 663-lot development in Loxley

A proposed residential development that could bring more than 660 new homes to the Loxley area will be the subject of a public hearing Thursday, Oct. 29. The Loxley Planning Commission will …

Fire-breathing flowers: A Gulf Coast guide to snapdragons - Cultivating the Coast with Kitti Cooper

If you've ever strolled through a spring garden and noticed tall, cheerful spikes of flowers that look like tiny dragons opening their mouths to roar, you've already met the beloved snapdragon. These …

Religion column by Dr. Tony Banning: Close, yet not convinced

There is an old danger associated with living near something remarkable: familiarity can gradually diminish our sense of wonder. A person who lives near the mountains may eventually stop noticing …

Casey Scott remembered for kindness, creativity and community spirit

When Island Fiber came to Orange Beach, often the first smiling face customers would see was Casey Scott. Even when it wasn't necessarily his job after he moved into sales. "I was still calling him …

Sand in My Boots music festival to return to Gulf Shores in 2027

Sand in My Boots is officially returning to Gulf Shores next spring, bringing back a massive event to Alabama’s beaches that took a year off last year due to scheduling and time constraints. …

Kiddie Compass: 5 family-friendly to do in Baldwin County, Oct. 22-27

Looking for ways to keep kids and teens entertained this week? We've got you covered! From pumpkin patches and spooky train rides to Pokémon adventures and creative clubs, there are plenty of ways …

'11 Days' brings Operation Pineapple Express rescue story to Pensacola stage

When retired U.S. Army Green Beret Lt. Col. Scott Mann was told the mission was over, more than 1,000 Afghan lives were still at risk. In August 2021, as Kabul fell and the Taliban closed in on the …

Operation Christmas Child drop-off locations to open across Alabama in November

Volunteers across Alabama are preparing to collect gift-filled shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child during National Collection Week, Nov. 16-23. Nearly 5,000 drop-off locations will open …

Recapping the recent postseason happenings from Baldwin County's volleyball teams

Recapping the recent postseason happenings from Baldwin County's volleyball teams:

Gulf Coast Media’s Local Legends: Spanish Ft.'s Abrams-Draine leads Broncos in pass breakups, intercepts Darnold's pass

Baldwin County has always been full of athletic talent, and a plethora of players from the area have gone on to have successful careers at the collegiate and/or professional level. So in this …

Vote for Gulf Coast Media’s Athlete of the Week: Oct. 12-Oct. 18

As the fall semester hits its back half, Gulf Coast Media’s next Athlete of the Week poll is currently live on our website. Four athletes from Baldwin County will be included in the voting …

St. Michael Catholic head coach Philip Rivers patrols the sidelines during a game Saturday, Aug. 22, in Fairhope.

Gulf Shores' Malone, Davis named to 2026 Alabama All-Star team, St. Michael's Rivers to serve as OC/QBs coach

The rosters for the annual Alabama/Mississippi All-Star Classic were revealed Friday, and a handful of Baldwin County's own will be taking part in the prestigious event. From Gulf Shores, wide …

Never out of the fight: Bayside storms back from 14 down to claim Region 1 championship

DAPHNE — Down 14 points entering the fourth quarter, Bayside Academy watched its region championship hopes slip further away with every passing minute. The Admirals weren’t finished …

Foley cruises past Robertsdale, 52-7, in rivalry clash

Less than three minutes into its game with the Robertsdale Golden Bears, Foley Lion Jackson Dixon was running all over the field helping spot the Lions a 10-0 lead over the home team. They never …

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