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Perdido Pass Seawall Park closed for repairs from Sally damage
The City of Orange Beach announced on May 24 that the west side of the Perdido Pass Seawall Parkwill be closed for damage repairs caused by Hurricane Sally. According to a post released from the … more
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Halee Persinger, a 23 year old Tennessee resident was arrested in Orange Beach May 25, 2023.
2 Tennessee residents in stolen vehicle arrest in Orange Beach
Two Tennessee residents are in custody thanks to technology and swift police work. On May 25, 2023, a license plate recognition camera (LPR camera) alerted Orange Beach Police that a stolen … more
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The Pilot Town acquisition on Fort Morgan conserves prime habitat for migrating bird species and native bird nesting.
Deepwater Horizon settlement projects surpass $1 billion
With the conflict among deer hunting factions at an all-time low, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner Chris Blankenship used last weekend's Conservation … more
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Teenager bicyclist killed by dump truck in Gulf Shores
The Gulf Shores Police Department has released new details of the fatal accident in Gulf Shores that occurred Wednesday, May 24 . A 13-year-old boy visiting Gulf Shores from Gainestown was … more
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Gulf Shores police investigating fatal accident
GULF SHORES – Gulf Shores Police are investigating a fatal accident that has left one dead after a cyclist collided with a dump truck in the 200 block of Gulf Shores Parkway at 1:15 p.m., … more
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Jennifer Guthrie, owner of Glow Yoga teaching a class beachside at the Hangout Festival.
Gulf Shores businesses bring food, yoga, art to Hangout Fest 2023
GULF SHORES — Most of the artists may have traveled in on big-ticket lineups, but Hangout Music Festival supported several local businesses over the three-day event. From yoga sessions and … more
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Joethan Phillips, Gulf Shores Beach Safety Chief, checks the cameras placed throughout the Gulf Place and Hangout Music Festival area.
Helping Hangout happen: Gulf Shores, Baldwin County police, first responders collaborate to keep area safe during music festival
GULF SHORES — When you hear "Hangout Music Festival," what comes to mind? Does your mind rage over the worry of traffic congestion, the 35,000 tourists dancing on the beach and the loss of … more
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Work is set to begin on the Embassy Suites in Gulf Shores June 1.
Gulf Shores residents express concern over Embassy Suite's road closure request
Gulf Shores residents and business owners were given a chance to express their concerns over the possible 24-month closure of W. 1st St. for the imminent construction of an Embassy Suites hotel. … more
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Gulf Shores Beach Safety lines the shore during Hangout Music Festival 2023.
Gulf Shores police: fewer arrests made at Hangout Fest 2023 than 2022
Hangout Music Festival 2023 had beautiful but hot weather, and the nearly 35,000 festival goers were on overall good behavior as they enjoyed over 80 musical acts across six stages. The Gulf Shores … more
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Scuba diving students in Gulf Shores City Schools new extracurricular class dive 45 feet in Vortex Springs and 20 feet in the Gulf of Mexico. They learn about safety, animals they'll encounter, the science behind their gear and how to share air with each other.
Gulf Shores schools offering scuba diving class
Gulf Shores City Schools are exploring new depths this summer and taking education underwater. The coastal city school district is offering students the opportunity to enroll in an after-school scuba … more
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Owners of Gourmet World Market, Maksym Tsegelnyk (Left) and Iuliia Mulligan (Right), in store
Gourmet World Market owners raising money for family, friends home in Ukraine
GULF SHORES — Two business owners from Ukraine have launched a fundraising campaign to support their home country as it grapples with ongoing political and economic challenges from the invasion … more
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announces the passing of Bengal tiger, Rani
It is with deep sadness the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announces the passing of Rani, the Bengal Tiger. Like her brother Rajah, who recently passed , Rani came to the zoo as just a small tiger cub, … more
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Kayla Roof, co-owner of Crumbl Cookies Daphne and Spring Hill greets a customer in the Daphne store.
Crumbl Cookie bakery coming to Pelican Place in Gulf Shores
The coming soon sign is in the window, and work has begun on the Alabama Gulf Coast’s newest Crumbl Cookie bakery. Kayla and Collin Roof, franchise owners of the first Crumbl Cookie in Baldwin … more
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Alligator sighted surfing shore of Dauphin Island
Beachgoers on Dauphin Island were in for a surprise this week when a rogue alligator was spotted in the surf. According to Sean Powers, a marine and environmental science professor at the … more
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Robins and Morton is requesting the closure of W. 1st St. between West Beach Boulevard for approximately 24 months.
Gulf Shores Embassy Suites contractor requests 24-month road closure
Gulf Shores – The Gulf Shores City Council agenda for its May 15, work session includes a request for the closure of W. 1st St. for the imminent construction of an Embassy Suites hotel. … more
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Gulf Shores features white sandy beaches with warm, often calm water. A state park with nature trails and lake views shares some of the city's shoreline.
Gulf Shores nominated for Best Beach in USA Today's reader's choice awards
Gulf Shores has been nominated for USA Today's 10 Best Reader's Choice Awards for the best beach in the South, according to an April press release. "Our expert panel selected Gulf Shores Beach … more
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Sargassum covered Gulf State Park beaches in May of 2022. Much of the algae was moved into the dunes.
Largest algae bloom recorded may head to Baldwin County this summer
It smells terrible. It looks totally gross. And it drives visitors and profits away from pristine beaches, fast. And ew. Did it touch your feet? Soon, it might be everywhere. A giant blob of algae, … more
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Island Spirit awards were given out recently for the first quarter of 2023.
Discover the heart of Alabama Gulf Coast: The Island Spirit Award celebrates local heroes
"Although mother nature has generously bestowed upon us our beautiful beaches, land, and bodies of water; we are convinced what distinguishes the Alabama Gulf Coast is its people." These are the … more
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If you are headed to Gulf Shores this weekend please note the road closures and one way streets.
Gulf Shores releases Hangout Music Festival traffic, beach closures and changes
If you live or work in Gulf Shores or are visiting over the next couple weeks, you will likely be impacted by Hangout Music Festival whether you attend or make other weekend plans. The City of … more
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A group of anglers from Georgia took turns reeling in the 600-pound-plus tuna.
Orange Beach charter boat lands 600-pound bluefin tuna
Johnny Greene has been a captain on charter boats in the Gulf of Mexico for the past 33 years and has landed his share of the gulf’s bounty. But recently something happened on his boat, the … more
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