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Oxford, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach is poised to make history with a chance to claim a sixth straight Alabama softball state championship. The Lady Makos struggled at times at the plate, got stellar pitching from MK McMullan, and pounded out timely hits in two big innings to go 3-0 on the day and a date in the champion
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — A restaurant sitting right on the Gulf in Orange Beach, Alabama, has earned a spot on a national list of the best waterfront restaurants in the United States. CoastAL Restaurant in Orange Beach is located on the beautiful Gulf. It sits directly on the beach, where guests can walk straight
One of several topics covered by Kennon at the city’s May 6 town hall included a spur of a road to take two lanes south from Canal Road near Big Mike’s Steakhouse to a meeting with State Route 161. From there, the stream of traffic will continue to flow with two lanes of traffic heading south to the State Route 182 or
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach will utilize a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to help develop a safety action plan in the city. The funds will come from the department’s Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program and will require a city match.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Three acts from Alabama walked away as big winners at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards. The show took place this past weekend at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Shania Twain hosted the ceremony, which streamed live on Prime Video. It was a strong night for the state, with
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Memorial Day weekend is officially rolling onto the Alabama Gulf Coast, and with it comes one of the biggest weeks of the season for coastal events, live music, waterfront dining, family fun, and unforgettable beach memories. From marina sunsets in Orange Beach and hidden gems along West B
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf Shores is looking to add some design work in the roadway project along East Second Street leading up to the pedestrian bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway. The city council will consider a contract with WAS Design for $42,300 to fill out the amenities in the newly streetscaped areas.
Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – Foley will be looking at making an ordinance change to add language about selling hemp products in the city. This would include areas in the city’s police jurisdiction and would include the sale of derivatives from hemp plants for consumption.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Sweet Grown Alabama is bringing its annual seafood competition back to Orange Beach, where four chef teams from across the state will compete in front of judges and the public. The event will again take place at The Wharf and spotlight dishes featuring Alabama Gulf seafood and local farm
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Golfers across Baldwin County are being asked to dust off their clubs and support the 23rd Annual Foley Police Explorers Golf Tournament. The charity event raises funds for the Explorer Program, which helps young people learn about law enforcement and public service. Organizers say it will be a f
