Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have long sought to distinguish themselves as family-friendly spring break destinations, meaning they're not particularly receptive to mass partying by college-age visitors on the beaches or of disturbances of the peace in general. Both communities re-emphasized that stance after 2015, when disturbing incidents in another destination to the east, Panama City Beach, made national news.
Alabama schools Superintendent Eric Mackey is establishing a precedent that could incentivize cities statewide to break away from their county school systems. That’s the message from Baldwin County Superintendent Eddie Tyler.
Daphne Police arrested a man after they said he was involved in a road-rage incident February 14, 2019. The alleged victim followed the suspect into a nearby parking lot and videoed him with her cell phone as he verbally assaulted her. Fox 10 News has learned that the suspect has had numerous complaints about him doing the same thing and in every case, it’s been against a woman.
Presidents Day – a time set aside to recognize those who have led their country - is observed on the third Monday in February.
Originally established in 1885 to honor George Washington, the country’s first president, the holiday is now known as Presidents Day to honor all its leaders. In most states, the day officially recognizes Washington, who was born on Feb. 22, 1799, and President Abraham Lincoln, who was born on Feb. 12, 1809.
Vegas Contorno, of Autauga, who was convicted of manslaughter in 2017 for fatally stabbing her boyfriend, was denied by the Alabama Supreme Court to review her conviction.
Contorno’s attorneys have been fighting through appeals court since 2017.
There are lots of Fun Things To Do on the Alabama/Florida Gulf Coast; Fish, Boat, Golf, Beach, Dine, Bike, Kayak, Swim and list goes on...
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There are a lot of great places to check out on day-trips while you're in the Orange Beach area. Here's a list of Daytrip Ideas for you to explore.
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