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Newest additions to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, cheetahs Taj and Shani, sit in the shade of a palm tree in their enclosure. PHOTOS PROVIDED
Cheetahs arrive for the first time at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
GULF SHORES — The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announced two new arrivals, cheetahs Taj and Shani, as the first-ever cheetahs for the zoo. Taj and Shani were brought in as a part of the Zoological … more
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A sign with details concerning the Little Lagoon Preservation Society meeting found on the corner of Clubhouse Dr and W Second St, next to the location of the meeting. RUTH MAYO / Gulf Coast Media
What happened at the July 18 Little Lagoon Preservation Society meeting?
GULF SHORES — Attendees of a recent Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) meeting were given an overview of Mobile Baykeeper's history and current and upcoming projects to protect local … more
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Orange Beach makes donation to Habitat for Humanity Baldwin County
The City of Orange Beach recently purchased property at 26192 Canal Road, including a house that is set to be demolished, and as the contents of the house were not needed for any public or municipal … more
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Gulf Shores announces W.C. Holmes Bridge set for temporary nighttime lane closure July 22-24
The City of Gulf Shores  has announced a temporary closure of the right, southbound lane on the W.C. Holmes Bridge starting Monday, July 22, through Wednesday, July 24. This closure will only … more
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Gulf Shores Police investigate a fatal accident on Gulf Shores Parkway
On Thursday, July 18 around 10:42 a.m., Gulf Shores Police and Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle accident in the 3700 block of Gulf Shores Parkway. Authorities determined that a 2016 … more
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Orange Beach prepares for 2024 Freedom Fest in October
Orange Beach authorized a pair of performance agreements this week for the city's fall Orange Beach Freedom Fest -- one with McLean Motorsports Productions for the anchor car show entitled "Bama … more
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Gulf State Park Pier to reopen by end of summer, ADCNR official says
After nearly four years without the popular Alabama attraction at full force, officials expect the Gulf State Park Pier to reopen to the public by the end of summer. "This is the completion of … more
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Wildfire ignites in Fort Morgan, forces road closures
A wildfire ignited earlier today north of State Highway 180 near the intersection with Cortez Street, prompting a multi-agency response. According to reports, the blaze is believed to have … more
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Aidan Holdsworth, a Gulf Shores High School senior, uses a seine net to measure the biodiversity in the water near his black needle rush marsh grass project on Little Lagoon.
Gulf Shores student working to preserve Little Lagoon shoreline with state grant
GULF SHORES — A local high school student is making waves by reducing damage along Little Lagoon with the restoration of a living shoreline. Erosion has started to become apparent on the shores … more
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MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA Alabama Park Ranger Kendra Bryan at Gulf State Park.
Alabama's only female park ranger works at Gulf State Park
ORANGE BEACH/GULF SHORES — As the only female park ranger in the State of Alabama, Kendra Bryan is breaking barriers while educating the public and enforcing conservation laws in Gulf State … more
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Portside on Main at The Wharf’s anchor tenant, other boutiques, dining announced
Residents and visitors who have driven past The Wharf over the past 12 months have seen the construction. Now, we have information on the tenants slated to fill the new Portside on Main at The Wharf. … more
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The future of South Baldwin students is going to be 'epic'
South Baldwin County will once again host EPIC, a student entrepreneur program presented by the South Baldwin Chamber Foundation and the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber, starting this fall. … more
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Tacky Jacks Orange Beach hosts Sand Castle University on July 23 for Art al Fresco
Building sandcastles is a highlight of any trip to the beach but have you ever wanted to learn how to build like the sandcastle pros? Head to Tacky Jacks Orange Beach and learn from the sand … more
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Fort Morgan VFD, Kiva partnership adding AEDs at distant resort
Kiva Dunes, a beach and golf resort in Fort Morgan, and the Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department are collaborating in a life-saving effort. The partnership will enhance the presence of onsite … more
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Orange Beach City Schools now Cognia accredited
ORANGE BEACH — In less than two years, Orange Beach City Schools has earned Cognia (formerly known as AdvancED) accreditation. Cognia, a nonprofit designed to offer quality assurance for … more
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Photo shared on Alabama Ecological Services Facebook page show a sea turtle attempting to nest, surrounded by crowds and bright lights.
Multiple sea turtle false crawls due to human distraction discovered by Orange Beach, Gulf Shores volunteers
Walking the beach at night and hunting for ghost crabs along the shore is fun but can be filled with excitement and bright flashlights. Two things that are sure to discourage nesting sea turtles on … more
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Hazel's Nook has been serving hungry customers since 1957.
Duck’s Diner buys iconic Hazel’s Nook in Gulf Shores
Hazel’s Nook has been filling the hungry mouth in Gulf Shores since 1957, so when it was announced that the restaurant would close, the chatter on social media erupted. But there is no … more
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Little Lagoon Preservation Society invites public to July meeting
The Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) has announced its upcoming meeting and all those interested are invited to attend. The meeting will take place on Thursday, July 18, at the Gulf … more
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Gulf Shores teacher wins national environmental education award
A local teacher is one of only nine educators in the country to be recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for her immersive environmental science curriculum. According to the … more
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Gulf Shores to host AVCA Small College Beach Volleyball Championships in 2025, 2026
The AVCA Small College Beach Volleyball Championships, the largest collegiate beach volleyball event in the country, is scheduled to hit Alabama's beaches April 17-19, 2025, and April 17-19, 2026, … more
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