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Satsumas, other citrus helped Orange Beach get its name

Satsuma trees were one of several citrus varieties grown in Orange Beach, Alabama, in the early 20th century.

By John Mullen

January 24, 2020 – Orange Beach, AL – (OBA^®) – The satsuma oranges have left their mark all over the Gulf Coast with at least four states having towns named after the famous citrus (Alabama, Florida, Louisiana & Texas).

“Citrus was brought in here by the Spanish in 1565 and they spread the plantings all along the Gulf Coast,” Orange Beach Historian Margaret Long said.

Orange Beach starts construction on building on Terry Cove

Orange Beach's new office for the Coastal Resources Department will be at the old Walker Marina boat basin.

By John Mullen

January 23, 2020 – Orange Beach, AL – (OBA^®) – Dirt is turning on the east bank of the boat basin at the former Walker Marina on Terry Cove as work begins on Orange Beach’s new Coastal Resources building.

“They’re prepping it for the seawall, docks, piers and boathouse,” Coastal Resources Manager Phillip West said. “All that rip rap has to come out where the seawall is going. The building will be right up against that so we needed that room as well.”

Orange Beach Police arrest strong-arm robbery suspect

OBPD Press Release

January 23, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - Orange Beach Police responded to a Strong-Arm Robbery at Publix Pharmacy located at 25771 Perdido Beach Boulevard at 1000 hours this morning.

Orange Beach High School Students play, The Last Mile

Orange Beach High School Press Release

January 22, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The theatre department for Orange Beach High School will present their award winning production of, THE LAST MILE on Friday, January 24 and Saturday, January 25 at the Orange Beach Community Center. Performances will be held at 7:00 p.m. each night. Tickets may be purchased online at www.obtheatre.com or at the door.

Island Fiber moving into new areas in Orange Beach

Island Fiber of Orange Beach, Alabama, is working to get fiber optic internet to homes in the city.

By John Mullen

January 22, 2020 – Orange Beach, AL – (OBA^®) – With fiber now in a handful of homes on Bay La Launch Avenue in Bear Point, Island Fiber now has almost 60 homes in Orange Beach connected to light-speed fiber internet.

Island Fiber representatives attended the quarterly meeting of the Bear Point Civic Association on Jan. 18 and gave an update on the work continuing there.

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo opening delayed until March

January 22, 2020 - Gulf Shores, AL - (OBA^®) - The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo that was expecting to open in February has been pushed back to March due to construction delays.

Officials hopeful boats will race in Orange Beach in April

By John Mullen

January 21, 2020 – Orange Beach, AL – (OBA^®) – For the first time since 2013, boats could be screaming by beaches crowded with race fans there and on condo balconies with races on schedule to return to Orange Beach in April.

If organizers Gary Nichols and Race World Offshore 2020 race Director Damon Collins have their way the big boats will return during April 17-19 or the weekend before the Flora-Bama’s iconic Mullet Toss weekend. Collins said the course will remain basically the same – it will start just east of Perdido Pass and go west for a little over 3 miles mile and then a loop back to the pass – but it may be extended some for the 2020 races.

Atlanta Hair-Band from the 80's reunite in Orange Beach 40 years later

By Jim Hannaford

January 20, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - Scott Koehn, one of the Orange Beach area’s most popular entertainers, recently picked up where he left off a few decades ago when he was playing rock ‘n’ roll in Atlanta, and it’s been a big hit here on the beach.

One of his latest musical projects, Electric Dawg, features a close pal and neighbor, Lee Day, from childhood on lead guitar and vocals and their drummer from their high school days.

Continuing Excellence Program has full lineup of winter workshops

By City of Orange Beach

January 18, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The City of Orange Beach Continuing Excellence Program is offering free workshops through March. The classes are open to adults of all ages and are held at the Orange Beach Recreation Center in Portable Classroom No. 1.

Library’s 2020 Winter Lecture Series runs through February at Senior Center

By City of Orange Beach

January 18, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The Orange Beach Public Library is hosting its Winter Lecture Series each Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center. The series runs through February.

Legends in Concert presents Two Kings and a Queen at OWA

Press Release

January 17, 2020 - Foley, AL - (OBA^®) - For the first time in history, three Legends come together for an incredible engagement to open the 2020 Legends in Concert Season at the OWA Theater. The longest-running and most-awarded show in Las Vegas, Legends in Concert, brings the King of Rock and Roll, the King of Pop and the Queen of Rock and Roll, together on one stage, opening February 7.

26th Annual "Super" Chili Bowl Cook-Off set for February 1st

Press Release

January 16, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - Some 25 teams will vie for the coveted title of “Best Chili” around when they start cookin’ up their “secret” ingredients under the Tent at the iconic Flora-Bama, Saturday, February 1^st.

This popular event, starts cookin’ with the ‘Honky-Tonk’ country music of Jason Justice and the Hung Jury at 11am. A $20 donation to the American Cancer Society allows you unlimited sampling of chili along with a free draft beer. Last year over $15,000 was raised for the Society’s efforts to eliminate cancer.

Brooks & Dunn coming to Orange Beach in May

Press Release by Brooks & Dunn

January 15, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - Brooks & Dunn have announced their return to the road with the Brooks & Dunn REBOOT 2020 TOUR. After their No. One-selling collaboration album REBOOT, the five-time “Entertainer of the Year” winners are ready to pick up right where they left off in 2010. Their first nationwide tour in ten years will kick off in St. Louis, MO on 5/15 and run through the summer.

Powerboat Races returns to Orange Beach in April

Press Release via Race World Offshore

January 15, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA^®) - Many have been patiently waiting for us to announce our 2020 schedule. Well, it’s here! We are so thrilled about some new race locations this year and we cannot wait to see you there. More information to come as we hunker down and prepare details for our race teams and fans!

The Race World Offshore 2020 Race in Orange Beach will take place April 17th, 18th & 19th.

'The Last Mile' to be performed Jan. 24-25 at Community Center

The Last Mile performed by Orange Beach High School Students

Press Release

January 14, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The theatre department for Orange Beach High School will present its award-winning production of THE LAST MILE on Friday, January 24th and Saturday, January 25th at the Orange Beach Community Center. Performances will be held at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets may be purchased online at www.obtheatre.com or at the door.

Big Community Yard & Craft Sale set Jan. 18th

By City of Orange Beach

January 12, 2020 - (OBA^®) - For 17 years, Orange Beach has been home to a favorite winter event - the Big Community Yard & Craft Sale.

This year’s fundraising event is scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the Orange Beach Community Center, located at 27235 Canal Road. Doors open promptly at 7 a.m. and the event runs until noon. It’s an opportunity for the community to find great bargains from more than 25 different vendors.

Orange Beach puts moratorium on residential permits in general business zoning areas

Orange Beach, Alabama. By John Mullen

January 12, 2019 – Orange Beach, AL – (OBA^®) – A zoning glitch is causing some confusion for residential properties located in areas of Orange Beach zoned as general business.

“We had some concerns from the when we created nonconforming entities and by creating those nonconformities there were some tentative sales of properties and FHA financing would not go through because they could not get appraisals for a nonconforming property,” Mayor Tony Kennon said. “It was something that was an unintended consequence.”

Orange Beach Planning Commission January 13th Agenda

Orange Beach Planning Commission Meeting Agenda

By City of Orange Beach

January 11, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL (OBA^®) - The Orange Beach Planning Commission is scheduled to meet at 2:30 p.m. Monday, January 13th for a work session followed by 4 p.m. regular meeting in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Stephen and Vivian Hanich of Helping Hands Ministry recognized

By City of Orange Beach

January 11, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - At the Orange Beach City Council meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020 Stephen and Vivian Hanich were presented the Orange Beach Mayor’s Distinguished Service Award for Helping Hands Ministry from Mayor Tony Kennon. Helping Hands Ministry served and delivered 599 meals on Christmas Day.

Orange Beach asks for help in finding accused condo burglar

Faith Demont Wilson is a suspect in Orange Beach, Alabama, condo burglaries and thefts.

By OBPD

UPDATE: Wilson has turned himself in to Orange Beach Police.

January 9, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^{®) -}The Orange Beach Police Department has identified an individual suspected of a series of burglaries to condominiums located on Perdido Beach Boulevard. Investigators received an anonymous tip from an individual of the suspect’s information through social media broadcasted by a local media outlet.

Coastal Alabama E-Cycling & Shred Day Postponed To January 18th

Press Release

January 9, 2019 - Gulf Shores, AL - (OBA^®) - Due to severe weather threats in the area this weekend, the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber has postponed their E-Cycling and Shred Day to Saturday, Jan 18 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Pavilion.

Orange Beach offering winter golf clinics

By City of Orange Beach

January 8, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - Golf clinics will be offered from January to March at the Orange Beach Golf Center for snowbirds and other adults, in addition to junior clinics.

The Weekly Drop-In Clinics for snowbirds and adults will be held on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:15-4 p.m. through March. Cost is $10 per session, which includes range balls. It will include full-swing practice and instruction.

Flora-Bama hosting Job Fair & hiring for 200+ positions

Press Release

January 8th, 2020 - Perdido Key, FL - (OBA^®) - Tuesday, January 14^th and Saturday, January 25^th from 11am – 4pm, Flora-Bama will be hosting a job fair seeking to hire more than 200 positions across their five businesses: Flora-Bama, Flora-Bama Liquor & Lotto, Flora-Bama Yacht Club, Flora-Bama Ole River Grill, and Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports.

Managers from each business and department will be on site doing open interviews and fulfilling jobs within the week! Training will start immediately after hiring to get a jump-start on the 2020 season.

Acoustic Arts at the Coastal Art Center

Press Release

January 3, 2020 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The New Year is well underway here on the Alabama Gulf Coast and there is no shortage of activities and things to do. The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach is no exception.

The art center's Acoustic Arts concert series will continue through February. All concert tickets are $20 in advance, and each show will run from 6 to 8 p.m.

Gulf Shores Students to get new MacBook Air Laptops

Press Release

January 3, 2020 - Gulf Shores AL - (OBA^®) - The Gulf Shores City School District is excited to announce a major technology initiative at Gulf Shores High School. The district will deploy MacBook Air laptops to all high school and virtual school students in grades 9-12.

Prescribed burn planned near Orange Beach Sportsplex on Dec. 31

Press Release

December 30, 2019 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA) - A prescribed burn is scheduled to be conducted by the Alabama Forestry Commission on Gulf State Park property between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31st.

Tacky Jack's winter schedule features art, nature and beach games

Submitted

December 30, 2019 - Gulf Shores & Orange Beach AL (OBA^®) - The 4th Annual Wacky Winter of Fun series will feature different events to include regional artists, local organizations, and games each week. The series begins January 6 at both the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach locations. Gulf Shores on Mondays and the Orange Beach on Tuesdays. The series runs through mid-February.

Reception on Jan. 14 for new president of Coastal Alabama Community College

Dr. Craig Pouncey Invitation for welcome reception

By City of Orange Beach

December 28, 2019 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The City of Orange Beach will host a welcome reception for Dr. Craig Pouncey, new president of Coastal Alabama Community College, on Tuesday, January 14th at the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach.

Skins Game set Jan. 5 at Orange Beach Golf Center

By City of Orange Beach

December 28, 2019 - Orange Beach, AL - (OBA^®) - The Orange Beach Golf Center will host the monthly Skins Game Tournament on Sunday, January 5th, with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. The public is welcome.

Coastal Alabama E-Cycling & Shred Day set for January 11th

Press Release

December 27, 2019 - Gulf Shores, AL - (OBA^®) - The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber is excited to announce the return of their E-Cycling and Shred Day set for Saturday, Jan 11 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gulf State Park Pavilion.