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Volunteers with Share the Beach, Alabama's sea turtle conservation program, watch as two loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings make their way to the surf on Sunday morning after a nest excavation. The nest originally hatched on Wednesday, but volunteers usually wait at least three days to excavate, which allows them to record the number of hatched and unhatched eggs.
Beachgoers Guide to Coexisting with Sea Turtles During Nesting Season
Share the Beach, an initiative of the Alabama Coastal Foundation, urges beachgoers to prioritize safety and conservation when visiting beaches during sea turtle nesting season this summer. … more
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Footage of sharks off Orange Beach shore, captured and posted to Facebook by beachgoer Rex Jones.
Sharks spotted in water near shore in Orange Beach
Beachgoers were in for quite a surprise when several sharks were spotted close to shore in Orange Beach on May 28, and experts say that won't slow down anytime soon. Footage of the sharks was … more
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Orange Beach and Gulf Shores lifeguards patrolled beaches from both the ground and air thanks to a partnership with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Beach safety chief Joethan Phillips said there were no helicopter rescues to report from this year’s Memorial Day weekend.
Lifeguards partner with ALEA to use helicopters for patrolling beaches over Memorial Day weekend
Orange Beach and Gulf Shores lifeguards patrolled from both the ground and air over the recent Memorial Day weekend, as helicopters from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency hovered over crowded … more
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After the City of Gulf Shores announced that Gulf Shores Elementary School was awarded a construction contract to renovate the 200 and 300 buildings on campus, a rendering of the work was provided. The renovations are expected to be complete before next school year.
Gulf Shores Elementary School announces renovations for 2023-24 school year
The City of Gulf Shores announced that Gulf Shores Elementary School has been awarded a construction contract for renovations and the work is expected to be completed by the start of the 2023-24 … more
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Dave Matthews Band takes the stage in Orange Beach July 26.
C-Spire Summer Concert Series at The Wharf Amphitheatre heating up
The 2023 C-Spire Summer Concert Series at The Wharf Amphitheater is in full swing and there are plenty of opportunities for you to catch some big-name performers. The Wharf Amphitheater is an … more
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The Blalock Hangar is one of the many projects underway at the Gulf Shores International Airport across 128,960 square feet of new facilities.
Gulf Shores International Airport completes buildout of Southwest Corporate Hangar Complex
GULF SHORES — The Gulf Shores Airport Authority announced Thursday, June 1, that all of the available corporate hangar sites in the Southwest Corporate Hangar Complex have been filled following … more
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The Orange Beach Board of Education approved Chris Shaw as the newest principal at the high school during a special called meeting last Friday, June 2. Shaw brings 17 years of experience to the position.
Orange Beach Board of Education approves new high school principal
The Orange Beach Board of Education held a special called meeting Friday, June 2, to approve Chris Shaw as the new principal of Orange Beach High School. Shaw brings 17 years of principal's … more
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Halee Persinger, a 23 year old Tennessee resident was arrested in Orange Beach May 25, 2023.
2 Tennessee residents in stolen vehicle arrest in Orange Beach
Two Tennessee residents are in custody thanks to technology and swift police work. On May 25, 2023, a license plate recognition camera (LPR camera) alerted Orange Beach Police that a stolen … more
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The Pilot Town acquisition on Fort Morgan conserves prime habitat for migrating bird species and native bird nesting.
Deepwater Horizon settlement projects surpass $1 billion
With the conflict among deer hunting factions at an all-time low, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner Chris Blankenship used last weekend's Conservation … more
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Teenager bicyclist killed by dump truck in Gulf Shores
The Gulf Shores Police Department has released new details of the fatal accident in Gulf Shores that occurred Wednesday, May 24 . A 13-year-old boy visiting Gulf Shores from Gainestown was … more
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Gulf Shores police investigating fatal accident
GULF SHORES – Gulf Shores Police are investigating a fatal accident that has left one dead after a cyclist collided with a dump truck in the 200 block of Gulf Shores Parkway at 1:15 p.m., … more
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Jennifer Guthrie, owner of Glow Yoga teaching a class beachside at the Hangout Festival.
Gulf Shores businesses bring food, yoga, art to Hangout Fest 2023
GULF SHORES — Most of the artists may have traveled in on big-ticket lineups, but Hangout Music Festival supported several local businesses over the three-day event. From yoga sessions and … more
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Joethan Phillips, Gulf Shores Beach Safety Chief, checks the cameras placed throughout the Gulf Place and Hangout Music Festival area.
Helping Hangout happen: Gulf Shores, Baldwin County police, first responders collaborate to keep area safe during music festival
GULF SHORES — When you hear "Hangout Music Festival," what comes to mind? Does your mind rage over the worry of traffic congestion, the 35,000 tourists dancing on the beach and the loss of … more
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Work is set to begin on the Embassy Suites in Gulf Shores June 1.
Gulf Shores residents express concern over Embassy Suite's road closure request
Gulf Shores residents and business owners were given a chance to express their concerns over the possible 24-month closure of W. 1st St. for the imminent construction of an Embassy Suites hotel. … more
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Gulf Shores Beach Safety lines the shore during Hangout Music Festival 2023.
Gulf Shores police: fewer arrests made at Hangout Fest 2023 than 2022
Hangout Music Festival 2023 had beautiful but hot weather, and the nearly 35,000 festival goers were on overall good behavior as they enjoyed over 80 musical acts across six stages. The Gulf Shores … more
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Scuba diving students in Gulf Shores City Schools new extracurricular class dive 45 feet in Vortex Springs and 20 feet in the Gulf of Mexico. They learn about safety, animals they'll encounter, the science behind their gear and how to share air with each other.
Gulf Shores schools offering scuba diving class
Gulf Shores City Schools are exploring new depths this summer and taking education underwater. The coastal city school district is offering students the opportunity to enroll in an after-school scuba … more
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Owners of Gourmet World Market, Maksym Tsegelnyk (Left) and Iuliia Mulligan (Right), in store
Gourmet World Market owners raising money for family, friends home in Ukraine
GULF SHORES — Two business owners from Ukraine have launched a fundraising campaign to support their home country as it grapples with ongoing political and economic challenges from the invasion … more
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announces the passing of Bengal tiger, Rani
It is with deep sadness the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo announces the passing of Rani, the Bengal Tiger. Like her brother Rajah, who recently passed , Rani came to the zoo as just a small tiger cub, … more
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Alligator sighted surfing shore of Dauphin Island
Beachgoers on Dauphin Island were in for a surprise this week when a rogue alligator was spotted in the surf. According to Sean Powers, a marine and environmental science professor at the … more
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Robins and Morton is requesting the closure of W. 1st St. between West Beach Boulevard for approximately 24 months.
Gulf Shores Embassy Suites contractor requests 24-month road closure
Gulf Shores – The Gulf Shores City Council agenda for its May 15, work session includes a request for the closure of W. 1st St. for the imminent construction of an Embassy Suites hotel. … more
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