Local News in Baldwin County and across the Alabama Gulf Coast

Margaritaville construction officially starts with groundbreaking ceremony

A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the future Margaritaville Resort development in Orange Beach.

ORANGE BEACH — Construction has officially started on the upcoming Margaritaville Resort in Orange Beach. The 70-acre property at The Wharf Landing, where Margaritaville is being built, is …

Happening Now - Local News

An image of Alabama’s hidden underwater gulf forest went viral. Except it was AI.

Sweet Home Alabama, a social media public group with 67K Facebook followers, recently posted an AI-generated image of what they said was the ancient, underwater forest off the coast of Gulf Shores. …

Magnolia River offers fishing opportunities and a calm respite during the summer heat.

Not attending Sand in My Boots but want to beat the heat? Try these launches and watersport rentals

While local early sales contributed to a 90-minute general admission sell-out of Morgan Wallen's Sand in My Boots festival, bringing 40,000-plus people to Gulf Shores beaches this weekend, those not …

Sand in My Boots: What to know about closures, detours during Hangout's 15th festival

GULF SHORES — With closures of some public areas in place since April 28, residents and visitors might be wondering how they will be additionally affected by the Sand in My Boots set-up. …

8 things to do in and around Baldwin County this weekend, May 16-18

Love the beach but want to avoid the chaos of Sand in My Boots traffic? We've got you covered with a weekend full of fun that doesn't require a single grain of sand. From fireside storytelling …

Obituaries

Donald David White, Sr.

Donald David White, Sr., 83 of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away on May 10, 2025. Funeral arrangements by Mack Funeral Home & Crematory, Hwy. 59 Robertsdale, Alabama. 251-947-7781. …

Betty Kay Forsman Rejczyk

Betty Kay Forsman Rejczyk, 82, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on Apr. 30, 2025. A memorial service will be at Emma’s Bayhouse, 202 South Mobile St. Fairhope, at 3 p.m. on May 25, 2025. …

Martin C. Morrow

Martin C. “Jack” Morrow, 77, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on May 10, 2025. Arrangements provided by Pensacola Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home. Services on May 22, at 12:30 p.m. at …

Sports

Bayshore Christian wins 1st ever state golf title

Baseball playoffs: Elberta ends historic season

All senior baseball players at Baldwin County High receive Jerry Wright Scholarship

Carolina Callahan (15) scored the final of four goals for St. Michael Catholic girls' soccer on Wednesday, May 7, at John Hunt Park in Huntsville for their state semifinal matchup against Indian Springs. Abigail Smeraglia (24) scored the other three in the Cardinals' 4-1 win.

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

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

The Islander - Gulf Coast News

Gulf State Park Campground receives national recognition

GULF SHORES – The campground at Gulf State Park has long been recognized as one of the biggest for RV enthusiasts, with nearly 500 paved, full hook-up campsites. The campground …

Gulf Shores' annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo set for June 4

The City of Gulf Shores will host its annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo on Wednesday, June 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, located at 1930 West 2nd Street in Gulf …

Sportfishing elite compete for $800K at 30th annual Orange Beach Billfish Classic

More than 50 sportfishing yachts are expected to thunder through Perdido Pass this week as the 30th annual Orange Beach Billfish Classic returns to The Wharf, with elite teams chasing an estimated …

Orange Beach set to vote on partnership to plant coastal vegetation, clean trash from the city

ORANGE BEACH — The City of Orange Beach is set to vote on an agreement for a “Marine Debris Project” with the goal of removing trash and planting coastal vegetation within the city. …

Orange Beach set to approve shooting range facility rates and fees

ORANGE BEACH — Orange Beach is set to approve rates and round fees for the recently constructed shooting facility. The city presented a resolution outlining the details for operation at …

The Onlooker - Central/North Baldwin

Aura Adventures launches at OWA

Affordable health screenings offered in Foley on May 30

Bay Minette Crawfish Cook-Off set for May 17 at Halliday Park

Foley expands sidewalks along Alabama 59 in ongoing pedestrian project

Sea Turtle Day & End of School Year Celebration to bring books, balloons and beach vibes to Foley

The Courier - Eastern Shore News

Baldwin Bone & Joint expands pain management team with nurse practitioner

Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune announces re-election bid

Rep. Jennifer Fidler, R-Silverhill, listening to the thoughts of a citizen at the Fairhope town hall meeting on Jan. 31, 2024.

Rep. Fidler schedules series of town hall meetings across Baldwin County

Spanish Fort Public Library adopts new policies restricting material from youth

Fashion and fundraising shine at inaugural Stars, Stripes & Style show in Fairhope

Local News

Studer Family Children's Hospital and Nemours Children's Health announce partnership to expand pediatric specialty care

In a move set to strengthen pediatric health care, the Studer Family Children's Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart and Nemours Children's Health have joined forces to expand access to pediatric …

Baldwin County municipal meetings for the week of May 19

With Baldwin County mayors and city and town councils up for election in the next few months, now is the time to stay informed about local government. Want to get involved in your city's or …

Mobile gears up for stylish charity ride supporting men's health

Mobile riders will trade in leather for linen Sunday as the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride returns to town with a vintage flair and a modern mission: raising money and awareness for men’s …

College 101: What two recent grads want you to know before move-in day

Heading off to college means more than just a change of address. For many freshmen, it's the first real taste of independence — and the growing pains that come with it. I recently …

RECIPE: Simple spare ribs to satisfy your craving for barbecue

The aroma of barbecue is hard to resist and the flavor is even better. Barbecue is an art form, as that enticing aroma and undeniable flavor is truly a labor of love. But even novices can try …

SBLC staff member and GED program graduate, Timberlynn Belcher, pose with her certificate of completion.

South Baldwin Literacy Council celebrates learner achievement, graduation at Student Success event

FOLEY – The South Baldwin Literacy Council (SBLC) celebrated the achievements and program completions of 89 learners from all four programs offered through the organization. Each student …

FDA approves 3 new natural food colors, marking shift away from petroleum-based dyes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved three new color additives from natural sources, signaling a major step in the federal effort to eliminate petroleum-based dyes from the American food …

COMMENTARY: How to prepare yourself and others in case of a stroke

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and it is an important time to gain a better understanding of this medical emergency and how it can be prevented. It is imperative that adults of all ages know …

Students also received archery instruction from ADCNR staff at the Summit.

David Rainer on Outdoor Alabama: Inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit held at Lake Guntersville

The inaugural Outdoor Recreation Summit was recently held at Lake Guntersville State Park, where more than 200 attendees discussed how to share Alabama's natural wonders with the rest of the nation …

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 …

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, …

By the numbers: NFL Draft and the Senior Bowl

The Reese's Senior Bowl had 106 players selected (out of 257 total drafted) in the 2025 NFL Draft, which means 41% of the entire NFL Draft is from the Senior Bowl. This marks the fifth …

Former Fairhope standout Riley Leonard drafted by Indianapolis Colts in NFL Draft

Fairhope now has a quarterback in the NFL. During Day 3 of the NFL Draft on Saturday, former Fairhope High School and Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard was drafted in the sixth round, 189th …

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