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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — According to Hotel Business, an Alabama-based investor group has purchased Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach. The new owners say the popular Gulf Coast property will remain under local leadership. They also say they are committed to its long-term future. The resort has served families...
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — National Signing Day saw high school football players from across the country commit to their college of choice where they can continue their dreams at a higher level. Gulf Shores High School had three of their top players make their announcement publicly.
Oysters are a vital cornerstone of the Gulf Coast economy, contributing through the commercial seafood industry, job creation, tourism, and essential ecosystem services like water filtration and coastal protection from erosion and storms. They act as a natural water purifier, provide shelter and food for hundreds of...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is preparing for a major makeover of South Chicago Street as work gets underway on a key downtown corridor. The project is the next step in readying the area for the city’s new library and community center. Improvements will stretch between U.S. 98 and East Orange Avenue. City leaders say...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Sportfishing Club has turned a love of fishing into a powerful force for good. In 2025, the club’s charity tournaments brought anglers, families, sponsors, and volunteers together along the Gulf Coast. Participants enjoyed friendly competition on the water while rallying...
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The Gulf Shores City Council held a scheduled work session this week. Before the agenda items were addressed, Councilman Harris reminded Mayor Craft that old business had not been finished. Craft explained to the audience the he would complete his side of a bet made with Harris and donned...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is preparing for one of its longest-running traditions as the Foley Kiwanis Club gets ready to host the annual Christmas Parade. The event has been part of the city’s holiday season since 1963 and continues to draw families from across the region. Organizers expect strong attendance again...
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Ringing in the new year will mean ringing in a whole new slate of events in Orange Beach. The city council will consider a resolution authorizing the city to once again support events in the city. Among those are the annual Christmas tree lighting planned after the upcoming council...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Families across the Alabama Gulf Coast will have plenty of ways to celebrate the season this year, with Christmas events planned in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Gulf State Park and Foley. From photos with Santa, tree lightings and drone shows to boat parades and ice rinks, local cities and...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach will host the NAIA Men’s Soccer Championship at the Orange Beach Sportsplex. Games are set for the Championship Stadium field. Sixteen college teams will travel to compete for a national title. Local officials say the tournament will bring in a lot of visitors.
