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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is our nation's official opportunity to honor and express gratitude to all military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is a special time set aside to proudly recognize and acknowledge their sacrifices, dedication, a
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach City Schools cheerleading program is celebrating another milestone after the Mako cheerleaders captured the 2025 Alabama State Cheerleading Championship in the Game Day Division. This marks the second consecutive year the team has earned the prestigious state title.
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf State Park has begun selling its annual beach parking passes for the coming year, and the price has increased. The decal is valid at all Gulf State Park beach access lots in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach and must be affixed to the lower left of the windshield.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — As Thanksgiving approaches on the Alabama Gulf Coast, several Orange Beach and Gulf Shores-area restaurants are offering both dining-in and takeout options that aim to ease holiday meal stress while embracing local flavor. From a full buffet experience to oven-ready to-go pans, diners...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Sunliner Diner is set to bring its nostalgic charm and classic menu to Orange Beach with a new location at 26035 Perdido Beach Boulevard. The highly anticipated opening comes with a weeklong celebration highlighting the community spirit that defines our community. The diner plans to...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — As the Gulf Coast drifts deeper into November, the rhythm of island life reaches a high note, with music echoing from every corner of the coast. This week, the world-renowned Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival takes center stage, offering a week filled with soulful...
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – A hotel plan that has been on the drawing board for years will once again come before the Orange Beach Planning Commission. Hotel Orange Beach is seeking final planned unit development approval to rezone 1.8 acres of beachfront property from multi-family high-density to the PUD.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — If you travel around the State of Alabama and ask someone to name the top five New Year's Eve parties in the state, Flora-Bama will be in the mix. It doesn't matter where the people are from, they consistently mention the Flora-Bama's Bash as a place to be on New Year's.
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Gulf Shores reports solid progress on two major public safety construction efforts. The Justice Center project aims to bring the Police Department, Jail, and Municipal Court operations into one modern complex. City officials say the work is moving forward across several...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is transforming into a winter wonderland as the Alabama city prepares for another festive holiday season. Known for its elaborate Christmas displays, the community has begun installing decorations throughout its historic downtown area and Heritage Park. City crews and volunteers are...
