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Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley Main Street held its biannual "Idea Exchange" meeting, drawing elected officials, board members, volunteers, and local entrepreneurs to downtown Foley, Alabama. Led by Executive Director Wes Abrams, the event celebrated new funding, new technology tools, and a wave of new businesses. The gat

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — City governments across South Baldwin County have announced holiday schedules for the Independence Day weekend. Residents in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Foley will experience temporary changes to office hours and select city services. Emergency operations will continue as applicable.

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach City Council held a special-called meeting Monday to consider pursuing the purchase of a local RV park property. The council heard a financial presentation from City Administrator Ford Hanley before voting on a resolution. A motion to authorize an independent appraisal ult

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — High surf and dangerous rip currents have made this an unusually active season for beach rescue teams along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Lifeguards in Orange Beach have already responded to numerous water rescues as summer gets underway. Heavy crowds at the beaches have encountered hazardous wa

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — A woman from Oklahoma died after falling from a moving vehicle in Gulf Shores, and police are continuing to investigate. Officers said the woman was a passenger when the incident occurred. Emergency responders found her with life-threatening injuries shortly after. Investigators are now ask

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The first week of July has officially arrived, and if there were ever a time to fall in love with the Alabama lineup, it is bursting at the seams with hometown charm, unforgettable adventures, delicious bites, and enough patriotic spirit to paint the shoreline red, white, and blue—whether

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The new Gulf Shores High School is open and already welcoming visitors, even as crews continue moving furniture into the building. School officials said the campus is not yet finished, but significant progress has been made. The facility has already hosted major educational conferences desp

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The unanimous Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals reversed the convictions of a Gulf Shores business owner who had been found guilty of operating a golf cart rental business without a business license. The court ruled that the City of Gulf Shores failed to prove its case under the ordinance i

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – In a special-called meeting, the Orange Beach City Council will consider hiring a real estate appraisal firm to assess a much-discussed 24-acre parcel near City Hall. Beech’s Campground and RV Park has occupied the parcel for years, and developers recently looked into buying it for a pirate

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Gulf Shores is preparing for a month of activities following the City Council's official proclamation of July as National Park and Recreation Month. City leaders said parks and recreation programs play an important role in health, fitness, and community life. The annual observan

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — A fast-moving house fire caused major damage to multiple homes and vehicles in the Bear Point community of Orange Beach early in the morning. Firefighters arrived to find one home engulfed in flames, with the fire already spreading to a neighboring house. Everyone inside both homes escaped

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The sun hits hard on the Alabama Gulf Coast in late June, and eye doctors say the combination of UV rays and glare from white sand makes protective eyewear more than a fashion choice. The Vision Council established National Sunglasses Day to raise public awareness of UV exposure and long-t

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — A former Indiana riverboat casino is set to make history off the Alabama Gulf Coast next week. The 408-foot Argosy VI will be sunk about 23 nautical miles south of Orange Beach. The vessel will settle at a depth of 122 feet, creating a new marine habitat for marine life. It will become par

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Downtown Foley is undergoing a vibrant transformation, evolving from a historic district into a dynamic hub that Baldwin County locals are increasingly claiming as their own. Balancing historic charm with a fresh, energetic pulse, the Main Street district has become a go-to destination for those

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Applications are now open for the Coastal Alabama Leadership League, a professional development program known as C.A.L.L. The program trains local business leaders through monthly, daylong sessions. It covers topics ranging from city government to the coastal environment. C.A.L.L. has beco

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Gulf Shores is changing how beach parking works for visitors starting this summer. The Gulf Shores City Council approved changes to the Beach Public Parking Ordinance at its June 8, 2026, meeting. City officials collaborated with local beach-area businesses to shape the updated

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Wharf and the City of Orange Beach are preparing to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a community event that brings residents and visitors together. The Independence Day Street Party will feature entertainment, activities, and family-friendly attractions. Organizers say the ev

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center has completed a major stormwater improvement project to protect Wolf Bay. The project was made possible by grant funding from the Alabama Department of Environmental Management. Orange Beach Public Works crews carried out much of the

Lillian, Ala. — (OBA) — The Baldwin County Commission has completed a renovation of the Lillian Recreation Center on U.S. Highway 98 in Lillian. The upgrades were designed to improve accessibility, safety, and the overall experience for park visitors. The project added several new features that benefit residents of al