Looking to extend your Valentine's Day celebrations? Lulu's in Gulf Shores will be hosting their annual vow renewal ceremony on Saturday, Feb. 17, presenting the perfect opportunity to extend the …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/13/24 |
Love, Jude's heart is growing. The Magnolia Springs clothing boutique is adding a second brick-and-mortar location this summer. Lifelong friends Carrie O'Connor and Judy "Jude" Collins opened their …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/13/24 |
Sports Turf Company, a specialist in sports construction and surfacing, has been granted the contract for the athletic facility of Orange Beach City Schools, marking a significant step in bolstering …
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2/12/24
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Several Gulf Shores streets and parking lots will be closed for the upcoming Mardi Gras parade on Feb. 13, according to a news release from the city. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/9/24 |
Picture this: You and your friend, eagerly counting down the days until the Hangout Music Fest. Your favorite artists are set to headline the incredible lineup.
But there's a snag – your …
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2/9/24
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The country music world has lost a legend. Toby Keith passed away surrounded by his family on Feb. 5.
In 2022, Keith made his stomach cancer diagnosis public. He spoke openly about his treatment …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/7/24 |
The Fort Morgan Mardi Gras parade will feature a larger-than-life addition this year. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will be joining in the revelry.
“Angus” Ann Kerr and her co-pilot, …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/7/24 |
The new Gulf Shores High School took a big step Monday to coming into view.
Gulf Shores City Council approved a $131 million contract to construct the city school's new high school at their Feb. …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/5/24 |
As the weather warms and spring continues to draw near, beachgoers will soon crowd the beach again and splash in the Gulf. While it may be exciting to think about donning those swimsuits and snorkels …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/5/24 |
Looking to include your furry friends in the Mardi Gras festivities? The Gulf in Orange Beach will be hosting a Mardi Gras themed dog parade on Saturday, Feb. 10, followed by a costume contest.
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/5/24 |
In celebration of World Ostrich Day on Feb. 2, the Alabama Gulf Coast announced that the zoo will be adding two new ostriches, Poppy and Clover, to its zoo family. Per the release, the ostriches …
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2/2/24
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In a news release, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Gulf of Mexico Program has unveiled a set of recommendations aimed at expediting the restoration of oysters in the Gulf of Mexico. The comprehensive …
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2/1/24
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The Wharf at Orange Beach has officially opened applications for its fourth annual $10,000 scholarship, aiming to recognize and support the academic aspirations of a graduating high school senior …
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2/1/24
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Gulf Shores City Schools, in partnership with Dune Doctors and Gulf State Park, is set to host the Planting for Protection (P4P) event, aimed at engaging local students in the initiation of coastal …
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2/1/24
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Dollar General has announced the completion of a recent remodel of its store located at 224 Gulf Shores Parkway in Gulf Shores. The remodeled store now features a produce section, expanding its …
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1/31/24
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The Christian Service Center (CSC) was selected as the recipient of a $10,000 donation raised during the Merry Memories Tinsel Trail, presented by The Garner C. Tampary Memorial Foundation. The …
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1/31/24
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There will be an increased police presence in Gulf Shores during this year's spring break months.At a Jan. 22 Gulf Shores City Council meeting, council members approved a motion for an authorized …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/31/24 |
The South Baldwin Community Theatre, a staple of the island for over 50 years, will undergo a renovation project in March to modernize and revamp the beloved playhouse. Jeremy Sullivan, board member, …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/31/24 |
Once again, the city of Gulf Shores will be enforcing alcohol-free beaches during the upcoming spring break season, as the new tourist season kicks off.
At their Jan. 22 city council meeting, …
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By KARA MAUTZ
Reporter kara@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/31/24 |
Orange Beach waterfront views, 5,500 square feet, fully furnished with a chef's kitchen.
This real estate listing isn't for a dream home. It's for a waterfront restaurant.
The property in …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/30/24 |