Gulf Shores has announced facility closures and changes to regular hours of operations ahead of Independence Day. While emergency services remain open, city administrative offices will be closed on …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/24 |
City of Orange Beach Fire Department recently announced being awarded a grant through the Sea Tow Foundation to provide a Life Jacket Loaner Station at Alabama Point East, with bright-yellow vests …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/27/24 |
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has issued a swimming advisory for Waterfront Park on Wolf Bay in Orange Beach following two consecutive tests indicating poor water quality.
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6/26/24
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced in a news release on Thursday, June 13, a substantial investment of $9.75 million in grant funding to safeguard the health of beachgoers …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/25/24 |
Chicken Salad Chick, the eatery known for its chicken salad-centric menu, has earned a nomination for the Best Sandwich or Sub Shop category in USA Today's Readers' Choice Awards.
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/25/24 |
Post Malone is coming to Orange Beach.
In a press release this morning, June 25, Malone announced his 21-show F-1 Trillion Tour. Kicking off in his adopted home state of Utah, the tour opener is …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/25/24 |
A summer afternoon at a local pool took a dangerous turn Friday evening when a chemical mix-up led to a hazardous materials response and left 10 children struggling to breathe.
According to a …
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6/24/24
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Gulf Shores’ single-season rushing leader is now heading to the Southeastern Conference after running back Kolin Wilson flipped his commitment from Cincinnati to Mississippi State on Thursday.
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BY COLE McNANNA
Sports Editor cole@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/21/24 |
Residents living in and around the Gulf Shores area can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by …
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6/21/24
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The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Aviation Unit has now partnered with Gulf Shores and Orange Beach for the third-straight year to assist with rescue swimmer flights, highlighted in a meeting …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/21/24 |
On Tuesday, June 18, the City of Orange Beach presented Dr. Ryan Forbess, of Orange Beach Family Medicine, a certificate of recognition for his efforts while helping save a teenager's life following …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/19/24 |
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) demolition teams worked overnight on Monday, June 17, to bring down the Foley Beach Express toll plaza roof, with the group now shifting focus to the …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/19/24 |
ALDOT shared photos (seen above) of the demolition process that started on the Foley Beach Express toll plaza late Sunday, June 16
From roughly 9 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. on Monday, June 17, …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/17/24 |
The Oasis at Orange Beach, formerly Phoenix West II, recently debuted its multi-million dollar rebrand on Memorial Day weekend, which includes artwork from a rising Gulf Shores painter.
The …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/17/24 |
Dr. Ryan Forbess, of Orange Beach Family Medicine, didn't expect to double as hero on his family vacation, but who does exactly?
On Friday, June 7, Forbess and Dr. Mohammad Ali (an …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/17/24 |
Roberts Brothers Inc., a real estate brokerage firm in South Alabama, made an announcement on Monday, June 10, regarding the sale of its Gulf Coast division of short-term vacation rentals to Liquid …
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6/15/24
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Multi-platinum country music star Dierks Bentley is bringing his Gravel & Gold Tour to The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach on Friday, June 28, a more than welcome stop for the 15-time …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/14/24 |
Gulf Shores Fire Rescue recently released its Marine Life Safety Swimmer's Guide, meant to help educate those who plan on testing the waters as temperatures increase and marine life becomes more …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/14/24 |
Gulf Shores commercial terminal could open next year, City gets $5 million grant for airport project
Gulf Shores City Council unanimously approved a resolution at its Monday, June 10, meeting that allows the airport authority to move forward with a $5 million grant toward its passenger terminal …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/14/24 |
The Foley Beach Express toll plaza is scheduled to undergo demolition starting late Sunday, June 16, the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced.
From roughly 9 p.m. Sunday to 5 …
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BY TREVOR RITCHIE
Reporter trevor@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/14/24 |