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Chip Smith, of Fairhope, works on a wood carving during Ballyhoo Festival at Gulf State Park on Saturday.
Artist applications open for Ballyhoo Festival 2024
Ballyhoo is synonymous for art in Gulf Shores, and the call is open for a milestone year. Applications are now open for the 10th-annual Ballyhoo Festival, which is set to convene on Lake Shelby … more
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A firefighter monitors a previous prescribed burn in Gulf State Park. In response to the weather conditions, the AFC and Gulf State Park have decided to cancel a prescribed burn that was scheduled for late August.
Fire danger advisory issued for Baldwin County, SW Alabama
National headlines have been spotlighting the deadly wildfires in Maui, but Alabama officials are now urging caution when burning and have issued a fire danger advisory for Baldwin County and the … more
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A rendering shows the new free bridge and traffic pattern that has been halted after ground was broken amid a lawsuit between island cities.
AL Supreme Court rules in favor of toll-free Intracoastal bridge in Gulf Shores
GULF SHORES — The Alabama Supreme Court has made a unanimous decision to allow construction of a new toll-free Intracoastal Waterway Bridge in Gulf Shores to go ahead, ending a battle between … more
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Gulf Shores to unveil new Coastal Gateway Community Park master plan
GULF SHORES– The City of Gulf Shores invites all residents and stakeholders to join them on Monday, September 11, at 5:30 p.m. in the Erie Meyer Civic Center for the unveiling of the new master … more
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Gulf Shores police department awarded 70 new tasers
The Gulf Shores Police Department will soon be receiving 70 new Taser de- vices after approval from the city. Gulf Shores City Council approved the request at the most recent city coun cil … more
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Gulf Shores approves next phase of beach walking district improvements
GULF SHORES — Some streetscape improvements are coming soon to the beach walking district along East 1st Avenue. According to documents presented at a Aug. 14 Gulf Shores City Council meeting, … more
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Gulf Shores man, 40, dies in crash near Elberta
A Gulf Shores man died in a car crash Friday afternoon just north of Elberta, state law enforcement officials said. The two-vehicle collision occurred at about 5:50 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, when a … more
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Wet Willie and the Velcro Pygmies will rock the stage at the 50th-Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores this October. Wet Willie is a '70s Southern rock band featuring Alabama native Jimmy Hall.
Wet Willie to headline 50th-Annual National Shrimp Festival entertainment lineup
GULF SHORES – The poster art has been set, the vendors are rolling in, and now get ready for some old friends and soon-to-be favorites to take the stage at the 50 th -Annual National Shrimp … more
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Bama Bayou demolition begins in Orange Beach after sitting abandoned for over 5 years
For the first time since 2018, dirt and debris is floating in the air as the unfinished buildings begin to fall at Bama Bayou in Orange Beach. In August 2022, The Wharf announced the purchase of … more
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Tony Cline named COO of Lucy Buffett's LuLu's restaurants
A Gulf Shores-based man has been named COO of one of the city's more well-known restaurants. Lucy Buffett's LuLu's in Gulf Shores; Destin, Florida; and North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, … more
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The Wharf, Pepsi donate $5k to help feed children
ORANGE BEACH — As part of its Hot Wharf Summer series, The Wharf and Birmingham-based Buffalo Rock Pepsi announced a $5,000 donation to Alabama Credit Union's Secret Meals for Hungry Children … more
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The free concerts take place on the Town Green at Gulf Place from 6 until 8 p.m. Grab your family and friends, pack a picnic dinner and enjoy the sunset and live music.
Gulf Shores Sunset Series returns with exciting lineup
It is time for the locals to take back the beach. The summer season has come to a close, the children are back in school, and football is right around the corner. All that means the Sunset Series … more
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A prescribed burn is seen smoking in Gulf State Park in Orange Beach. A prescribed burn, originally planned at the park Aug. 15-23 but delayed due to imperfect weather conditions, as part of a forest management plan associated with wildfire fuel reduction, wildlife habitat restoration and invasive species control, will take place next to the park's campground. Trails near the burn location will be closed, and camping reservations are not being accepted for campsites 122-195, 199-316 and 317-468 during the burn period. It is set to now start Aug. 20.
Prescribed burn set for Aug. 20 in Gulf State Park
When you see smoke rising and flames emanating from Gulf State Park next week, know this: this fire is good. A prescribed burn, originally planned at the park Aug. 15-23 but delayed due to … more
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The GSHS Environmental Club presented a sea turtle safety net to the Gulf State Park Pier on Aug. 7. This net is used to hoist up injured sea turtles to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Once the turtle is hoisted up from the beach, they will be taken to rehabilitation to review injuries.
Gulf Shores students present sea turtle safety net to state park
GULF SHORES — The Gulf Shores High School Environmental Club presented a sea turtle rescue net to the Gulf State Park Pier on Aug. 7. In collaboration with Ralph Agnew, a volunteer from … more
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Tacky Jacks in 2006. Hurricane Ivan was the first big hit, but the rebuild increased the deck size. Hurricane Sally carried away the docks, which have been rebuilt, and wreaked havoc on the gift shop.
Tacky Jacks stands test of time
ORANGE BEACH — Sitting around a table at an iconic Orange Beach restaurant, surrounded by brightly colored duct tape from floor to ceiling, Meagan Skipper Hoven, Ken Kilcher and Susan Sizemore … more
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Welcomes New Guinea Singing Dogs
Gulf Shores, AL – The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is excited to welcome Yugi and Jacoby, New Guinea singing dogs to the zoo family. Yugi and Jacoby are both around 8 years old. The pair arrived at … more
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Baldwin County Assistant District Attorney Kristi Hagood discusses home-repair fraud, identity theft and other issues during a discussion at the Foley Senior Center.
Seniors warned about hurricane fraud
FOLEY — With the height of hurricane season approaching, seniors and other South Baldwin residents should take care against fraudulent claims from people offering to repair storm damage. … more
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South Baldwin Community Theatre announces 51st season lineup
Get ready for another show-stopping year at the South Baldwin Community Theatre as they get ready to take on their 51st show season in Gulf Shores. The 2023-24 season will feature 10 shows, which … more
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Poster for milestone 50th-Annual National Shrimp Festival chosen
W. Keith White has been named the winner of the poster contest for the 50th-Annual National Shrimp Festival. Traditionally, the poster contest is open for submissions from the general public. … more
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Campers mix ingredients during this year's Expect Excellence Culinary Camp. The brainchild of Jonathan and Jessica Langston sells out quickly every year, with kids eager to learn how to cook and bake while also gaining knowledge about food safety and potential industry jobs.
Gulf Coast culinary community plants seeds of knowledge
ORANGE BEACH — Each summer for the past nine years, a perfect storm of eager children, willing volunteers and Gulf Coast culinary professionals converge for a week of delicious fun for the … more
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