Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Flora-Bama is set to host its 12th Annual Beach Run/Walk for America's Warriors, featuring both a half-marathon and a 5K run/walk. The racecourses stretch entirely across the white sandy beaches along the Gulf, with half-marathon participants heading east into Florida and 5K participants running west into Alabama. Both races will start and finish at the Flora-Bama Lounge.

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley is updating its City Council district boundaries ahead of the 2025 municipal election. Cities are required to adjust district lines after each census to reflect population changes. The new boundaries for Foley’s five districts are expected to be finalized before the August city elections.

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – The National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is looking for an artist to design its official 2025 poster. The winning artwork will be featured on festival merchandise, marketing materials, and more. This contest is a tradition that highlights artistic talent.

Mobile, Ala. – (OBA) – The Red Clay Strays, a rising band known for their unique blend of country, rock, and blues, have achieved a significant milestone by being featured in the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's annual exhibit, "American Currents: State of the Music." This exhibit, running from March 5, 2025, through January 2026, offers a comprehensive look at the past year's developments in country music and its cultural impact.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach Invasion returns to The Wharf in Orange Beach this month. This high-energy car and truck show draws custom vehicle enthusiasts from across the country, showcasing some of the most impressive builds in the scene. From sleek hot rods to lifted trucks and everything in between, this event transforms the Wharf venue into a paradise for gearheads and spectators.

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley's recycling trucks are getting a fresh new look as part of the city’s effort to reduce landfill waste. The updated design features a blue background with the slogan "Simple Act, Big Impact" alongside a white triangle of arrows. The city chose this design from several options.

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Baldwin Pops Orchestra, known for their diverse repertoire of classical, contemporary, and patriotic music, has been a staple of Baldwin County’s cultural scene for over two decades. Under the direction of conductor Wayne Fillingim, the group features talented musicians from across the region, dedicated to making live orchestra music accessible to all.

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Seniors in Baldwin County will soon have the opportunity to learn how to protect themselves from fraud at an upcoming free Senior Scam Awareness Class hosted by the Baldwin County Extension Office. The event will take place at the Auburn Veterinary Specialists-Gulf Shores Building, located at 21541 County Road 8 in Gulf Shores.

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – After 1,500 years of St. Patrick's Day celebrations, Gulf Shores has a central celebration and dining spot! The Galway Pub, located in the heart of Gulf Shores, will host a three-day celebration to honor the Irish holiday.