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    National Dolphin Day Highlights Gulf Coast Marine Life
    By OBA Staff April 14, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Along the Alabama Gulf Coast, National Dolphin Day carries a local connection, where sightings are part of everyday life. Bottlenose dolphins are a common presence in the waters off Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, often appearing just beyond the surf or moving through the back bays.
    Baldwin County Housing Market Shows Growth In March 2026
    By OBA Staff April 14, 2026
    Robertsdale, Ala. — (OBA) — Baldwin County’s housing market remained active during March, with increased sales across both resort and traditional residential areas compared to last year. Data from Baldwin REALTORS® Multiple Listing Service showed rising closed sales, changing prices, and growing inventory.
    Hundreds Of Miles Of Baldwin County Roads Get Fresh Striping
    By OBA Staff April 14, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Baldwin County drivers may not always notice them, but painted lines and reflectors play a key role in keeping traffic moving safely. Over the past year, county crews have worked across hundreds of miles of roads to refresh these features. These updates are part of a broader effort to...
    Orange Beach Invites Families To Honor Veterans With Engraved Memorial Bricks
    By OBA Staff April 14, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach Citizens can honor veterans at the Orange Beach Veterans Memorial through the city’s memorial brick project. The City of Orange Beach is offering engraved bricks to be placed at the memorial in front of the Municipal Complex. City leaders say the effort is part of the...
    Orange Beach Public Library
    By OBA Staff April 13, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Young writers along the Alabama coast are invited to share their creativity in the 21st annual youth poetry contest, organized by the Friends of the Gulf Shores Library and the Orange Beach Public Library. The event coincides with National Poetry Month in April and aims to spotlight...
    Spring Break Week at the Beach: What to Do & Where to Go
    By Jessica A. Taylor April 13, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Get ready for an exciting new week along the stunning Alabama Gulf Coast! There's a fantastic mix of events, experiences, and local gems waiting for you. Indulge in delicious breakfasts, embark on thrilling offshore adventures, and enjoy lively entertainment and community festivities in...
    Orange Beach City Hall
    By John Mullen April 13, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Work on the next phase of the coming Margaritaville resort will include changes in the planned unit development to accommodate a housing development. A first phase featuring a condo complex and bungalows is already under construction. The new complex, dubbed The Wharf Landing, is across...
    Orange Beach Police Increase Enforcement For Spring Break Season
    By OBA Staff April 12, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Police Department is preparing for an influx of visitors as Spring Break begins for students in Baldwin and Mobile Counties. The department said it appreciates those choosing to spend their vacation in the city. Police also said safety will remain a top priority during...
    Rosamond Johnson Jr
    By OBA Staff April 12, 2026
    Perdido Key, Fla. — (OBA) — The Perdido Key community will soon gather for an annual beach day honoring Army Private Rosamond Johnson Jr. in his memory. The event commemorates his sacrifice and teaches visitors about local history. Organizers say it has become a lasting tradition for the area.
    Terry Canova & Amanda Niehoff
    By OBA Staff April 11, 2026
    Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach City Schools recently announced the hiring of Terry Canova as the new Head Girls' Basketball Coach. Amanda Niehoff will join him as the Assistant Girls' Basketball Coach for the Makos. The pair brings extensive experience, including several Final Four appearances, to the local
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