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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Last night, shortly before 7 PM, police and first responders received a call about a vehicle that had struck a light pole head-on and could not exit the vehicle. The accident happened on Canal Road near Swift Supply. Sirens blared, and emergency lights flashed as teams arrived at the distre
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — A Robertsdale man is facing serious drug charges after Foley police said they found liquid methamphetamine during a traffic stop this week. Officers made the discovery Tuesday night after pulling the driver over for what they described as a traffic violation. Police said the stop quickly turned...
The Baldwin County Commission has issued a public warning after being notified of a fraudulent invoice scam. Officials say the scam involves payment requests that falsely claim to be from Baldwin County departments. The incident has been reported to law enforcement. County leaders are urging residents and businesses...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley High School has a new head football coach. The job is going to Bryan Moore. He previously led the football program at Opelika. School leaders said he was approved by the Baldwin County Board of Education.
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The Gulf Shores Police Department had a very busy year keeping residents and visitors safe. Officers responded to nearly 34,000 calls for service throughout 2025. The department also made hundreds of arrests and conducted thousands of traffic stops. These numbers indicate the scale of the wo
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Baldwin County Commission has approved another year of funding for AltaPointe Health’s Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) and Crisis Response Team programs, committing $384,687 to continue mental health and substance use services across the county.
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — St. Andrew by the Sea Community Church is preparing a series of public events designed to bring residents and visitors together through food, fellowship, and music. The Gulf Shores church is hosting multiple gatherings early in 2026. Each event is tied to education, ministry, or community...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is preparing to welcome winter visitors with its annual Snowbird Coffee event. Organizers say the gathering is intended to welcome seasonal guests to the Alabama Gulf Coast. The event includes activities, prizes, and information about local businesses. City officials said the program has...
NAS Pensacola, Fla. — (OBA) — The U.S. Navy Blue Angels have released their show schedules for 2026 and 2027, giving fans a long look at where the team plans to perform for the next 2 years. The schedule includes dozens of air shows across the country, from spring through fall. The team also reminded visitors that...
Plan Builds On Earlier Efforts To Manage Growth And Protect Foley’s Character
