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Veterinarian and Wildlife Program Manager Dr. Hayley Healan performs Orange Beach Wildlife Center's first imping replacement procedure on July 21, with intern Ashley Best assisting.
Orange Beach Wildlife Center performs 1st raptor feather transplant
If ol’ Icarius had had better epoxy, maybe his wax would’ve held no matter how close he soared to the sun. But good epoxy was hard to find in ancient times. Even in mythology. An osprey … more
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Four buildings and the waterslide tower are the components of this phase with Fins Restaurant and Bar being the biggest at 10,400 square feet, the Salty Rim Pool Bar at about 2,000 square feet and two buildings of about 3,000 square feet each for bathrooms, locker rooms and storage for equipment. All are one-story buildings. The final component is the waterslide tower at the northwest corner of the parcel, which is 55 feet in height.
Orange Beach's Margaritaville gets sign ordinance exception as last step to Amenity District
ORANGE BEACH – Look for the signs. They’ll be larger than what you are used to and in places normally not allowed. But not too much larger. The Wharf Landing PUD for Margaritaville Resort is … more
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Gulf Shores Councilman Joe Garris during a work session at City Hall on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. Garris spoke in favor of keeping the Canal Park boat launch open.
Hwy. 59 boat launch in Gulf Shores to stay
The turnout was boisterous on Aug. 17 when a plan to remove a popular public boat launch was brought up during a council work session. The plan sank quietly in an Aug. 24 regular session to a … more
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Sirens of the Sea to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and krewe’s 25th anniversary
The Sirens of the Sea will celebrate two historic milestones with its Stars & Stripes Silver Celebration, honoring America’s 250th birthday and the Orange Beach Mardi Gras krewe’s 25th … more
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Illustrations show a covered pavilion under the bridge with water access for fishing along with some green space. If council approves the changes, the city could move forward with plans for the reconfigured parking lot and pavilion under the bridge.
Resort planned for area around Gulf Shores Canal Park boat launch under Hwy. 59
GULF SHORES – Plans for a new resort on the Intracoastal Waterway along East 24 th Avenue in Gulf Shores’ Waterway Village District will include boat slips for those stopping by to shop or eat or … more
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Chief Logistics Specialist Jason Dearmon
Gulf Shores native serves the Navy in Japan
Chief Logistics Specialist Jason Dearmon, a Gulf Shores native, joined the U.S. Navy after graduating from Gulf Shores High School in 2003 and searching for direction. Dearmon enlisted with a … more
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Pudge, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, fitted with a satellite tag is released into Gulf waters. Two sea turtles were released on Tuesday, August 19, 2026, at Gulf State Park after recovering at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Mississippi from injuries involving fishing gear.
With turtle release from Gulf State Park, satellite will help researchers learn Kemp's ways
GULF SHORES — After months of rehabilitation, two sea turtles returned to the Gulf Tuesday morning.Pudge, a subadult Kemp's ridley, and Skipper, a loggerhead, were released from the Gulf State Park … more
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Kids Park in Bay Minette is one of several Baldwin County projects receiving GOMESA funding in 2026. The city was awarded $900,000 for improvements to the park at 303 McMillan Ave., including new playground equipment, upgraded walkways, a restroom facility, additional lighting and an outdoor classroom.
Baldwin County, Coastal Alabama projects get $52M boost from GoMESA environmental, outdoor project funding
Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thursday, Aug. 20, more than $52 million in GoMESA funding for more than 20 projects across Coastal Alabama. The projects include environmental education and outreach, boating … more
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Featured is a projected rendering for the Laguna Cove park.
Laguna Cove Nature Park project reaches halfway point in Gulf Shores
Construction is progressing on Laguna Cove Nature Park, a 53-acre conservation and passive recreation project along the south shore of Little Lagoon near the west end of West Beach Boulevard. … more
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Volunteers are trained on how to mix up food for animals at various stages of age like the "nursery" with a large numbers of squirrels, possums and a variety of birds. The center also treats bald eagles, osprey and hawks — two injured hawks are currently recovering at the center — as well as mammals and reptiles found orphaned or in distress by citizens.
Orange Beach wildlife center gets helping hands as volunteer turnout tops 60
ORANGE BEACH — There was a problem as residents interested in volunteering at the Orange Beach Wildlife and Rehabilitation Center gathered in the dog trot of the facility's main building. Not … more
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Gulf Shores resident Bruce Winery addresses the city council in support of keeping the Canal Park boat launch open during a work session at City Hall on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Residents, Gulf Shores councilman, speak against potential Canal Park boat launch closure
There is that one buzzword when you’re talking about developing Gulf Shores’ Waterway District. Resident Alvin Jones pointed it out. Water. “It's interesting that it's called Waterway … more
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Gulf Shores accepting applications for 2026-2027 Junior City Council
The City of Gulf Shores is accepting applications from high school students interested in gaining firsthand experience in municipal government through the 2026-2027 Junior City Council. The … more
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Whitmer Thomas screens his new HBO comedy special “Terminal Crew of Dudes” at The Handlebar in Pensacola on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Alabama natives' new HBO comedy special inspired by Gulf Shores upbringing
Johnny McCann remembers when his younger brother Whitmer Thomas moved to Los Angeles from Gulf Shores, freshly 18 years old with dreams of making it in the entertainment industry. "I think the … more
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Gulf Shores launches new citizens academy for residents and business owners
The City of Gulf Shores is launching Gulf Shores 101, a seven-week interactive citizens academy designed to give residents and local business owners an inside look at how the city operates. According … more
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Everbowl brings customizable acai bowls to The Wharf
ORANGE BEACH — Acai lovers can get their fix in South Baldwin at Everbowl at The Wharf in Orange Beach. The California-based chain has expanded its operations into Orange Beach after … more
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Illustrations show a covered pavilion under the bridge with water access for fishing along with some green space. If council approves the changes, the city could move forward with plans for the reconfigured parking lot and pavilion under the bridge.
Gulf Shores may close boat launch under Hwy. 59 bridge
Gulf Shores is looking at closing down the boat launch it maintains underneath the State Route 59 bridge and replacing it with more parking for the Waterway Village District and a covered fishing … more
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A public input event for the rebuild for the Kids Park at the Bodenhamer Center in Gulf Shores.
Gulf Shores Kids Park construction delayed to 2027
Just what will the kiddies be running around on as they play in the upgraded playground at Sims Park in Gulf Shores? Regardless of the choice, the city is looking at delaying starting … more
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Orange Beach may extend building moratoriums as comp plan development continues
Orange Beach is considering ordinances extending two moratoriums on certain developments within the city for almost another year through June 30, 2027. Currently, moratoriums are in place … more
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A vessel sits half-sunken on the north shore of the Intracoastal Waterway canal in Gulf Shores in August 2026. The boat was grounded with engine problems "for years" at the marina at LuLu's before a maiden voyage by a new owner was anchored when the tow boat broke down.
Murky waters: Who's responsible for removing broken down boat abandoned in Intracoastal Waterway?
A taste of freedom from a long stay at a wet slip at Homeport Marina was a short one for a sailboat now languishing on the north bank of the Intracoastal Waterway between the State Route 59 bridge … more
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Blue Crab Cookie Lab: Fort Morgan duo 3D prints cookie decorations from home bakery
FORT MORGAN — From the kitchen of his Fort Morgan home, Hugh Harmon and his partner, Brittney Hatcher, run a digital decorator that produces delicious results. Hatcher said their inspiration … more
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