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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Marine Patrol Division is offering free boating safety courses this fall in Orange Beach. The courses aim to help boaters stay safe on Alabama's waterways while learning about state regulations. Marine Patrol officials say the classes are important...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Police Department and Orange Beach Fire Rescue are teaming up to host their annual community cookout. The free event will take place at Orange Beach Waterfront Park. Residents are invited to meet first responders, enjoy free food, and connect with neighbors. Organizers...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Halloween celebrations along Alabama's Gulf Coast will span nine days this year, from October 24 through 31, with communities from Orange Beach to Perdido Key hosting costume contests, trick-or-treat events and outdoor adventures. The 2025 lineup includes returning favorites like Flora-Bama
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf Shores has launched a new program to help local nonprofit organizations that serve its residents. The city recently announced the winners of its first-ever Nonprofit Grants Program. Five organizations will each receive $2,000 to fund important community projects. City leaders say the...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach is preparing to welcome families to a Halloween celebration on Monday. The Coastal Resources Department will host Treats on the Trail at the Orange Beach Sportsplex Trailhead. This family-friendly event will feature trick-or-treating, games, and refreshments for children and...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — A massive seven-vehicle accident at a busy Foley intersection left one man dead and sent another driver to the hospital. Police responded to the scene after receiving reports of a serious crash involving multiple vehicles. Officers found extensive damage and began working to piece together what ha
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Since October of 2024, Alabama has required restaurants and seafood retailers to disclose the country of origin on all seafood sold within the state. Area outlets have since changed their menus and signage to show if their seafood is locally sourced or imported. Since the law was initiated
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is making it easier for downtown property owners and business operators to get help fixing up their buildings. The city has been running a program that gives money to people who want to improve how their downtown buildings look from the outside. Now officials have made changes that will...
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Mobile Big Game Fishing Club is hosting the 2nd MAAAC Fall Fishing Rodeo at Orange Beach Marina. Anglers of all skill levels are invited to participate in this community fundraiser. All proceeds from the event will go directly to Orange Beach City Schools. The three-day tournament...
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — A new traffic signal will be installed at a busy Baldwin County intersection after local officials approved a funding partnership with the state. The Baldwin County Commission has agreed to split the cost of the project with the Alabama Department of Transportation. Each agency will pay $500,000
