Pursuant to Section 9-12-46, Code of Alabama as stated by Rule 220-3-.01, the Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announces that as of 6 a.m., Wednesday, May 1, 2024, all inside waters will close for commercial and recreational shrimp harvesting. All inside waters, not permanently closed by law or regulation, will reopen to shrimp harvest at 6 a.m., on Saturday, June 1, 2024.

Anyone who knows anything about Orange Beach knows that the community cares deeply for animals, particularly those in need of help. With this spirit, the Perdido Beach Resort is hosting the inaugural "Paws for a Cause Charity Gala" on May 10, 2024. The event, scheduled from 6 PM to 10 PM, will raise funds for the Safe Harbor Animal Coalition (S.H.A.C.), a local organization dedicated to caring for homeless and abandoned cats and dogs in Baldwin County, Alabama.

One week from today, the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 3-10 and the City of Orange Beach are hosting a Safe Boating class on May 4th at the Orange Beach Fire Department, located at 25855 John M. Snook Drive (near the post office).

Gulf Shores City Schools and the City of Gulf Shores kicked off construction of the new Gulf Shores High School with a groundbreaking ceremony on April 26. The event was attended by city and school leaders, community members, students, and the project team. The new high school is viewed as a key development in the area's educational facilities.

In a recent showcase of global brewing prowess, the World Beer Cup crowned outstanding beers across various categories. The event, known as the largest beer competition globally, was held at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas. It concluded on April 24, 2024, during the final day of the Craft Brewers Conference®.

Matt Young with Alabama State Parks says the target date for the completion of Gulf State Park’s pier is still on schedule to be finished by the end of summer. It was damaged by Hurricane Sally on Sept. 16, 2020. Young is the Southwest District Superintendent and covers Gulf State Park, Meaher State Park in Mobile and Roland Cooper State Park near Camden.

The best gymnasts in the Southeast are returning for Foley for the 2024 Region 8 Level 6/7/8 Regional Championships April 26 – 28 and planners say it’s the city’s track record of successful events that has them returning.

Four new sidewalk projects will help connect walkways through Foley and improve pedestrian connectivity. The projects will provide improved access to Foley High School, Mathis Elementary School, Foley Elementary School and Alabama 59.

Orange Beach City Schools just announced that fifteen talented student musicians have been selected to perform live on stage with the iconic rock band Foreigner during their farewell tour. The event will take place on August 16th, 2024, at during the Foreigner concert at The Wharf in Orange Beach. Styx will also be performing that night at the Wharf.