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    Shorty’s Safe Haven Rodeo Rides into Foley to Aid Local Horse Sanctuary
    By OBA Staff October 22, 2025
    Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Shorty’s Safe Haven Rodeo is set to bring two nights of cowboy action and community spirit to Foley. Organizers say the new event will mix traditional rodeo thrills with family activities. Proceeds will support a local horse sanctuary and youth programs. Residents and visitors will find food,
    Foley is adding additional lights at Aaronville Park.
    By OBA Staff October 22, 2025
    Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Residents in southwest Foley will soon have more opportunities to enjoy evening recreation at Aaronville Park. The Foley City Council recently approved plans to install new lighting systems at the park's baseball field and basketball courts. The improvements will allow people to use these...
    Orange Beach Event Center
    By OBA Staff October 22, 2025
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The members of the Treasures of the Isle Mardi Gras Krewe are gearing up for their annual Halloween costume party and drawdown event. They invite adults to a night of live music, fun decorations, and cash prizes. The event promises a light buffet, a lively crowd, and a festive spirit at...
    Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores
    By OBA Staff October 22, 2025
    Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The fall fishing community will reel in for a purpose at Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores this weekend. Organizers say the two-day tournament welcomes anglers of all skill levels. Veterans and first responders will fish at no cost. Other participants will pay a modest entry fee to compete for cash pr
    The new entrance and lobby area is the latest expansion of the Foley hospital.
    By OBA Staff October 21, 2025
    Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Baldwin Health dedicated the Wayne T. Smith Atrium as the newest feature of its Foley hospital. The atrium serves as the main entrance and lobby for the growing facility. Hospital and community leaders said the expansion reflects continued investment in local healthcare. Officials also credited...
    Bright’s Creek Seeks One-Year Extension After Denial
    By John Mullen October 21, 2025
    Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Developers at Bright’s Creek, a subdivision planned on 43 acres west of the Gulf Shores Sportsplex, will go back in front of the city’s planning commission seeking a one-year extension on their plans. The developers were first in front of the commission in August and again in September seeki
    Orange Beach City Hall
    By John Mullen October 21, 2025
    Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach is looking to spend a little more than $87,000 buying two pickup trucks for city departments. One request is for an F-350 Ford to be used at the Sportsplex. Another for a Ford F-150 pickup will be for the Utilities Department if approved by the council.
    Gulf Shores City Hall
    By John Mullen October 20, 2025
    Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Another project using Restore Act funding is on the table in Gulf Shores. The city council is set to consider a contract with Thompson Engineering for an Alabama Department of Transportation traffic capacity project. This original contract will cover the permitting and environmental...
    From Trivia to Trick-or-Treat There’s Something for Everyone
    By Jessica A. Taylor October 20, 2025
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Cool breezes, live music, and a sense of community fill the air this week on the Alabama Gulf Coast. From trivia nights at Big Beach Brewing Company to hands-on fall cooking classes, there are plenty of ways to combine fun and flavor. Midweek Melodies is back with free live performances...
    Foley City Hall
    By John Mullen October 20, 2025
    Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – As Foley looks to finalize details on a new library in the city, bids for furniture for the facility were rejected during bid lettings in September. Four companies bid for the furniture contract with the lowest being $757,712 from TurnerBoone and the highest being $870,306 from Innerspaice.
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