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Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is preparing for one of its most popular annual events. The Harvest Moon Festival offers guests a rare chance to experience the zoo after hours. It features activities for all ages and serves as a key fundraiser for animal care and conservation efforts. The event i
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Major infrastructure enhancements take center stage in Gulf Shores as city leaders review more than $2.4 million in federal grants for Jack Edwards National Airport terminal expansion projects and consider doubling the local water treatment capacity.
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley city leaders are preparing to take decisive action to advance technological growth and municipal operations through key legislative measures. Council members will hold a public hearing and a second reading on a temporary moratorium on high-demand data centers and cryptocurrency-mining facili
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — A long-running marine cleanup effort in Orange Beach is showing strong results again this year. The city's Waterways and Shoreline Enhancement Program (WSEP) has already collected 65,000 pounds of debris from local waterways and shorelines. The program covers more than 46 miles of beach, m
Labor Day, beachside bull riding, local legends, and plenty of Gulf Coast goodness.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Labor Day has been part of American life for more than a century, and it means different things to different people. For some, it's a cookout, a trip to the beach, or a day off work. For others, it's a moment to reflect on the workers who built this country. The holiday carries a history t
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach will host a community blood drive this month, offering residents the chance to help save lives close to home. The LifeSouth Bloodmobile will be parked at Orange Beach City Hall for the one-day event. Donors can walk in or schedule an appointment in advance. All donors will rec
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The South Alabama Land Trust is bringing two wildlife experts together to discuss one of Alabama's smallest yet most important coastal residents. The organization, known as SALT, is hosting a free public event focused on the endangered Alabama Beach Mouse. The event is part of SALT's ongoin
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The Annual National Shrimp Festival is inviting people to help create a new name for its fans. Organizers have launched an online contest for submissions. The winning entry will receive a swag bag from the festival’s merchandise tent. The contest aims to replace the usual term for attendees
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Solid Waste Disposal Authority of Baldwin County will waive battery disposal fees during a local collection event. The effort aims to provide residents with a safe way to dispose of batteries. Officials ask residents not to place batteries in household trash or recycling bins. The free
