Gulf Shores and Orange Beach demonstrate beach rescue equipment before summer season starts

During the demonstration, a three-member crew simulated what a response to a conscious and unconscious swimmer in distress looks like.
GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH — With 20 or more rescues in a single springtime weekend, beach rescue teams from Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have been training "just about every day" for jet ski …
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9 things to do around the Gulf Coast this weekend, May 22-25

Ready to swap your to-do list for a good time? This weekend brings a lineup of events that are anything but ordinary — from haunted tours and turtle celebrations to s'mores on the beach …

Baldwin County Commission partners with local organizations to review long-term water resource management strategy

The Baldwin County Commission has entered into a Subrecipient Agreement with the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program (MBNEP) and Dauphin Island Sea Lab to enhance Stream Gauge Monitoring in Baldwin …

Shrimp Basket adds local, U.S. seafood to menu amid statewide sourcing scrutiny

Shrimp Basket, a Gulf Coast seafood chain with locations across Alabama, Florida and Mississippi, is expanding its local sourcing with the launch of its new Gulf to Guest menu — an update …

Tee Off at the Wharf, opening summer, brings on Jonathan Kastner to lead operations

ORANGE BEACH — Tee Off is coming to The Wharf in Orange Beach. Tee Off, powered by Top Golf, will be one of the newest additions within the Portside On Main section of The Wharf, which is …
Obituaries
Claude Willis Arnold Junior was more than a brother, a father, and a Navy Captain—he was a light in the lives of everyone who knew him. Born on Sept. 25, 1969, Willis entered this world with a …
James Wade Lee, 83, of Orange Beach, Alabama, passed away at his home on May 14, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Born on Jan. 21, 1942, in McKenzie, Alabama to the late Clarence H. Lee and Lonie V. …
Barbara E. Jones, formerly of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away March 27, 2025.  
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Orange Beach to host inaugural children's fishing tournament benefiting cancer care

Registration is now open for the first-ever Casting for a Cure Children’s Fishing Tournament, hosted by the Orange Beach Sportfishing Club. The one-day event, scheduled for Saturday, May …

Stay safe on the shore this Memorial Day weekend with these beach safety tips

Memorial Day is upon us, and with a long weekend kicking off the summer season, it's important to check beach safety advisories before heading to the shore. The City of Orange Beach posted on …

First-ever commercial flight lands at Gulf Shores International Airport

GULF SHORES – All eyes – and cameras – were toward the sky as South Baldwin communities gathered at the Gulf Shores International Airport (GUF) terminal awaiting the landing of the …
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Orange Beach Class of 2025 saw a 100% graduation rate

The Orange Beach Middle & High School (OBMHS) Class of 2025 will graduate on Thursday, May 22 as one of the most accomplished senior classes in the school's history. This marks the second …

The Wharf set to celebrate Memorial Day weekend with Keith Urban, fireworks and family fun

The Wharf is gearing up for a high-energy Memorial Day weekend packed with music, fireworks and family-friendly fun to launch the summer season. The festivities begin Thursday, May 22, with …
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RECIPE: A French standard offers a unique way to prepare beef

Beef is a versatile ingredient that's popular in countries across the globe. There's no shortage of ways to prepare this favorite protein source. French chefs utilize beef in various recipes, …

Baldwin County municipal meetings for the week of May 26

Now's the time to keep an eye on city hall. With mayors and council members across Baldwin County preparing for municipal elections this August, residents have a unique opportunity to follow how …

COMMENTARY - The heart of public safety: Investing in law enforcement for a safer Alabama

As National Police Week comes to a close, we should celebrate the fact that the Legislature has taken historic steps this session to show our appreciation to these extraordinary men and women, …

Fairhope town hall meeting Thursday to discuss mud dumping in Mobile Bay

Mobile Baykeeper, along with commercial and recreational fishermen, are poised to sue the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over its dredging project in Mobile Bay, but first they want to exhaust …

Gulf Shores teams place in the top 10 at cybersecurity competition

Gulf Shores High School (GSHS) students participated in the Lieutenant Governor's Cup cybersecurity competition for the first time with teams placing fourth and sixth place overall. The team …
Volunteers and students put together the outdoor classroom almost in one day.

Spanish Fort Elementary students work with volunteers to build outdoor classroom

SPANISH FORT – Students at Spanish Fort Elementary School (SFES) took part in building their own outdoor classroom site with seven living habitats including a sensory garden, pollinator garden, …

NFPA urges caution as grilling season heats up for Memorial Day and summer

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and grills across the country fire up to mark the unofficial start of summer, the National Fire Protection Association is reminding the public that outdoor cooking …

Religion column by Dr. Franklin L. Kirksey: Flee the wrath to come

H. Richard Niebuhr warns about those who preach "a God without wrath (who) brought men without sin into a kingdom without judgment through the ministration of a Christ without a cross." Paul reminds …

USA Health CEO Owen Bailey to retire after nearly four decades in health care leadership

Owen Bailey, the longtime chief executive officer of USA Health, will retire Aug. 1, 2025, capping a distinguished 38-year career in healthcare administration marked by growth, innovation and …
Nora Welden Montgomery (10), left, Isabel Wingbermuehle (12) and Bella Maurer (23) make a play on Indian Springs.

St. Michael girls soccer back to state finals, facing familiar foe

Despite being the only sport at St. Michael Catholic School to move up a classification this year, the Lady Cardinals soccer team will compete for a state championship for the third year in a row. …

Bay Minette cuts ribbon on new disc golf course at Halliday Park

The Bay Minette Recreation Department has launched a new recreational opportunity with the debut of Disc-Go Park, a nine-basket disc golf course nestled beside Halliday Park at 307 Clark Street. …

Bayshore senior Phillippi wins 2 state titles in track and field championships

Three outdoor track and field athletes brought four individual state championships home last week, their three high schools each covering a different geographic region of Baldwin County. …

Alabama House passes HB298 to exclude certain English language learner students from sports classification count

A bill that passed the House but was facing the legislative session deadline in the Senate would change high schools classification rules by excluding English language learner (ELL) students who do …
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TCU reigns at NCAA Beach Volleyball Championship in Gulf Shores

The annual NCAA Beach Volleyball Tournament was held in Gulf Shores over the weekend, where over a dozen schools competed for the national title. 16 schools from across the nation competed in the …

Gulf Shores Dolphins win 6A boys track section

It's Saturday morning, the second day of the 6A Section 1 Track Meet at Saraland High School. Coach Brewer has piloted the Dolphins bus to this place several times this season, but today a thick, …