Gulf State Park has unveiled 20 new lakeside cabins after a major renovation project. The $8.8 million project replaced 17 damaged cabins with modern accommodations on the north shore of Lake Shelby.

Orange Beach City Schools (OBCS) is just announced the expansion of its early education program, adding another prekindergarten class for the 2024-2025 school year in response to overwhelming demand in the community for prekindergarten education.

The Orange Beach City Council is set to convene for a joint regular and work session on April 16 in the council chambers at city hall, where numinous significant issues are on the agenda. Key topics include reviewing the toll bridge revenue, appointing a new fire chief, approving various licenses and permits, and considering major expenditures for city infrastructure and services.

Orange Beach Middle High School (OBMHS) has been recognized as a 2024 Purple Star School. This honor was awarded by the Alabama State Board of Education in a ceremony held on April 11th, reflecting the school’s dedicated efforts in supporting military students and their families.

Embrace the advent of spring and explore the great outdoors. Discover the rich history of Orange Beach, indulge in French wine and tastes at one of the island's OG marinas. Empower yourself with rich local historical knowledge and support MAAAC Orange Beach’s City School program while enjoying a game of golf. Get creative with washi tape painting at the library or take a leisurely cruise through the waterways. Challenge yourself at Flora Bama's Mullet Man triathlon or enjoy the first ever doggy fest in Gulf Shores with your furry companion! Make this week an unforgettable adventure.

Since buying new lights for the Gulf Shores Sportsplex, the city has found the electrical infrastructure for just the football stadium will have to be upgraded. The city council will meet in a work session on April 15 at city hall in council chambers at 4 p.m.

The Foley City Council will receive a report on bids let by the city in March including the bid for improvements to the intersection of County Road 12 and the Foley Beach Express to Mobile Asphalt Co. for $7.9 million. The council will meet in a joint work/regular session on April 15 at 4 p.m. in council chambers at city hall.

Today marks National Pecan Day, a celebration that not only honors the nut itself but also the agricultural efforts that support its production. Particularly, here in Baldwin County, pecan cultivation has a storied history and continues to be a significant part of the local agricultural landscape.

Foley is working on plans for improvements along major routes through the city as part of a plan to increase safety for traffic moving through South Baldwin County. The city and consultants developing the Foley Safety Action Plan held a public meeting recently to discuss preliminary recommendations for the project.