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Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Baldwin County Highway Department will start the second phase of intersection improvements at County Road 65 and County Road 12 next month. The project includes adding new left-turn lanes on County Road 12 and replacing the temporary traffic signal with a permanent storm-resilient mast-arm...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley officials have renamed the Foley Municipal Airport to Holk Field in honor of former Mayor Arthur Holk. The change recognizes a family whose service to the city spans generations. The decision was made through a resolution passed by the Foley City Council. Family members of the late mayor att
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf Shores City Schools is welcoming a new member to its campuses as Phin, a ten-month-old Goldendoodle, begins her service as the district’s first comfort dog. The school system says she will support student well-being. Officials note she has been specially trained for this role. Her...
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach decided to move forward with two new projects after this week’s council meeting and work session. One of those will happen across the street from the senior center, library and art center campuses. A second will be a connection with the recreation center campus with a new...
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — A joint investigation into stolen mail in Baldwin County led to the arrest of a Foley man accused of targeting dozens of residents. Gulf Shores Police Department, the Foley Police Department and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service worked together on the case. Authorities said the thefts...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Red Clay Strays’ victory last night at the CMA Awards is being celebrated far beyond Nashville. Longtime fans along the Gulf Coast say the moment feels personal. For years, the band has been a regular presence on local stages here on the Gulf Coast. Now those same fans are watching...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Among a list of Alabama hospitals receiving an "A" grade in safety only five made the grade. The list included Baldwin Health in Foley, Flowers Hospital in Dothan, North Baldwin Infirmary in Bay Minette, Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden and Southeast Health Medical Center in Dothan.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Families, friends, and local golfers are getting ready to dress in red and green for the 2nd Annual Santa Scramble at the Orange Beach Golf Center. The holiday-themed tournament turns a morning of golf into a way to give back. Organizers say the event blends fun, friendly competition, and c
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council has released a draft plan that outlines more than $403 million in new restoration work across the Gulf states impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The draft 2026 Funded Priorities List, known as FPL 4, includes major projects in Alabama.
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Light Up the Arts is set to return to the Coastal Arts Center in Orange Beach with a festive evening for the entire community. Organizers say the event will bring together live music, art demonstrations, and holiday activities. Families and friends are invited to attend in holiday...
