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Rafiq Sh’mare Joel Bradley of Fairhope has been charged with attempted murder after a shooting injured one person outside near The Hangout in Gulf Shores Monday night.
Fairhope man identified as suspect in Gulf Shores shooting near The Hangout
The Gulf Shores Police Department has identified the suspect in last night’s shooting that left one person injured near but outside of The Hangout. Police arrested 21-year-old Rafiq … more
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Reefballs that were removed from the south end of Mobile Bay are headed to the Dog River Reef.
Old becomes new again in Alabama's inshore reef system
Famous author Stephen King once wrote that "Sooner or later, everything old is new again," which applies to recent work in Alabama's coastal waters. Obsolete structures once used for shoreline … more
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Gulf Shores Police arrest suspect after shooting near The Hangout
A 21-year-old man was taken into custody by the Gulf Shores Police Department last night after what officials say was a fight that escalated and gunfire. GSPD responded to a report of a fight at … more
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Red snapper season opens on May 26.
Federal red snapper catch limits cut in half, but Alabama officials optimistic
Despite new, lower, federal catch limits, Alabama anglers should still have a successful season as state officials advocate for higher numbers, officials said.“At the end of the day, … more
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Houston Roughnecks quarterback Brandon Silvers (12) and linemen Desmond Noel (65) and John Yarbrough (70) emerge onto the field at TDECU Stadium for the season-opening contest against the Orlando Guardians Feb. 18. The Gulf Shores Hall of Fame quarterback leads the league in passing touchdowns entering Week 6.
From Orange Beach to the XFL, Silvers still hates to lose
All these years later, Gulf Shores Hall of Fame quarterback Brandon Silvers still looks back on a ping pong table at his uncle’s house in Foley as the place where the first sparks of his … more
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Hurricane Preparedness Expo set for April 26 in Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores – The city of Gulf Shores will host its annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo Wednesday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center, at 1930 W. 2nd St. in Gulf … more
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This is a photo of the actual vehicle that was stolen in a home invasion in Orange Beach Friday just after midnight. It was last seen in the Loxley area.
Orange Beach police searching for vehicle stolen during home invasion
The Orange Beach Police Department is seeking information in connection to a home invasion and burglary that occurred early Friday morning where the victim’s truck was stolen. According to a … more
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The cabins on Lake Shelby at Gulf State Park are expected to be finished this fall.
Gulf State Park's Lake Shelby cabins destroyed by Hurricane Sally should finish rebuild this fall
Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) provided good news at the Alabama Conservation Advisory Board meeting last weekend in … more
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Vendor, artist, music applications open for National Shrimp Festival's milestone 50th year in Gulf Shores
For the last 50 years, save for two during the pandemic, spring has meant Shrimp Fest in Gulf Shores. Preparations for the 50th edition of the Annual National Shrimp Festival are in full swing, … more
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Hangout Music Festival fans exchange litter for free tickets in new cleanup program
FORT MORGAN — Over 200 volunteers braved cold temperatures and gusty winds to remove litter from the Fort Morgan peninsula. Over half of the volunteers were there thanks to the Hangout Music … more
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Gulf Shores High students' Farm to Table event showcases hospitality and tourism program
GULF SHORES — The future of hospitality and tourism in Gulf Shores is bright and looking through green-colored glasses.On Wednesday, March 15, students in the Gulf Shores High School … more
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The UAB Blazers celebrate a point during the March to May tournament March 20, 2022, at the Gulf Place Beach in Gulf Shores. This weekend, they’ll play host to the fifth annual spring break tournament featuring half of the top-10 teams in the nation.
Get a first look at NCAA beach volleyball championship teams in Gulf Shores this weekend
With only 50 days remaining until the National Collegiate Beach Volleyball Championship returns to the Alabama Gulf Coast for the seventh straight season, the UAB Blazers are hosting the March to May … more
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The shuttle is offering drop-offs and pick-ups on Tuesday and Wednesday and costs $10 each way.
Sea Paws starts shuttle service for Foley and Gulf Shores pets
FOLEY — Pampering your pet is about to get easier. Sea Paws Pet Resort began offering a shuttle service March 1 to transport pets to both locations, making it easier to serve customers who … more
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Gather up the family, load up the chairs and blankets and a picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of music at Meyer Park.
Gulf Shores announces spring 2023 Music at Meyer Park artist lineup
GULF SHORES — Grab your friends, family and a blanket or lawn chair and plop down at Meyer Park for the City of Gulf Shores’ upcoming Music at Meyer Park concerts. These springtime … more
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According to NOAA Fisheries, there is no official way to determine the exact age of a lobster, but scientists think based on research into body size and age that the maximum age they reach approaches 100 years. Aquarium studies suggest a 1-pound lobster is 5-7 years old.
Biggie Smalls, a 95-year-old, 14-pound lobster, rehomed from Orange Beach restaurant to New Hampshire science center
ORANGE BEACH — Newspapers can help people with archival research and weird problems, but Diane Bockin brought Gulf Coast Media a new, crustacean-centered one last week. Her need: blank … more
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The Bike Barn houses a class set of bicycles for students and teachers to use. These bicycles allow Gulf Shores City Schools to expand their Science by the Shore lessons to Gulf State Park and throughout the city of Gulf Shores.
Gulf Shores City Schools only in state named 2023 Alabama Green Ribbon School District
Gulf Shores City Schools has a green thumb and now a green ribbon. The city school district announced Monday it was selected as a recipient of the 2023 Alabama Green Ribbon Schools Award. The … more
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A Great white shark caught by fishers off Orange Beach shore
ORANGE BEACH – By the light of moon and headlamps, a 10-to-11-foot great white shark was caught March 7 at 4 a.m. by shark fishing outfitters Dylan Wier and Blaine Kenny of Coastal … more
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MICAH GREEN / GULF COAST MEDIA Chip Smith, of Fairhope, works on a wood carving during Ballyhoo Festival at Gulf State Park on Saturday.
PHOTOS: Ballyhoo Festival brings fine art, Poarch Creek Indians demonstrations to Gulf Shores
Lake Shelby in Gulf State Park was feeling artsy this weekend for the ninth-annual Ballyhoo Festival. With 100  art vendors, 10 food vendors, live music, performances by the Poarch Band of … more
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Jesse’s Restaurant holding job fair for new Fort Morgan location
FORT MORGAN – The much-anticipated second Jesse’s Restaurant is one step closer to opening, and they’re looking for people to fill its staff. Jesse’s on The Bay, located … more
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Move Alabama kicks off
It's time to move, Alabama. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is launching "Move Alabama," a community physical activity challenge to encourage Alabamians to exercise with family, friends … more
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