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Orange Beach Lady Makos - Photo by Brent Williams, Wolf Bay Media
By John Mullen April 30, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Orange Beach Lady Makos advanced to the second round of the Class 4A state playoffs with a 10-0 win on the road at New Brockton on Tuesday night. The No. 2-ranked Lady Makos scored early and often, with Gami Ausmuth scoring four goals en route to the blowout win. The home game highlight
Grand Lagoon Yacht Club - Stock Image
By R. Ken Cooper April 30, 2026
Perdido Key, Fla. — (OBA) — The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce is kicking off a new event series for women in business. The Women Mean Business Committee created the LeadHer Lunch Series to connect, inspire, and empower professional women in the area. The series showcases local leaders making a real difference
Gulf Coast Businesses Are Saddling Up for Kentucky Derby Celebrations
By OBA Staff April 30, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Kentucky Derby is one of the United States' most celebrated sporting events, and Gulf Coast residents will have several ways to join the fun this year. Three venues in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores will host watch parties this weekend. Fans can expect live music, themed cocktails, costu
Gulf Shores City Hall
By OBA Staff April 29, 2026
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — At their Monday night meeting, the Gulf Shores City Council approved a pre-zoning and annexation request for the Riviera property. The decision permits a new residential and commercial development. The property sits at the northwest corner of County Road 8 West and Highway 59. City official
Nesting season runs through late October
By R. Ken Cooper April 29, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Sea turtle nesting season is set to begin along the northern Gulf Coast, including Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi. The annual event brings threatened sea turtles ashore to lay eggs. Officials say public awareness is key to protecting the endangered animal and urge beachgoers to follow s
Facility engineered to withstand 160 mph winds and store vessels up to 55 feet
By OBA Staff April 29, 2026
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — With hurricane season approaching, boat owners along the Alabama Gulf Coast are being urged to be prepared. Legendary Marina & Yacht Club in Gulf Shores is offering storage options designed to protect vessels during a major storm. The marina is one of the only facilities on the Gulf Coast
Flora-Bama Lounge
By R. Peevy April 28, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The iconic Flora-Bama has been nominated for USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for Best Beach Bar. This selection, made by a panel of experts, puts the legendary spot in the national spotlight, with the ultimate winner determined by public votes.
54th Annual Art In The Park Returns To Downtown Foley
By OBA Staff April 28, 2026
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The Foley Art Center will host the 54th Annual Art in the Park in Heritage Park on Mother’s Day Weekend in downtown Foley. The event is held each year at the intersection of Highways 59 and 98. Planners say the festival will feature more than 80 artists. The event is free and open to the public.
Three Makos Teams Ready for Postseason Play This Week
By John Mullen April 28, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – It’ll be a busy week in post-season play for at least three Orange Beach Makos spring sports teams. Two teams – baseball and girls' soccer – will play state tournament games, with baseball at home and girls' soccer on the road. The Lady Makos softball powerhouse will be the host team for...
Residential Developments Proposed Near Hospital, Sportsplex, and Oyster Bay
By John Mullen April 28, 2026
Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – A short meeting agenda for the Gulf Shores Planning Commission is long on requests for 256 new residences in three subdivisions planned in the city. Expansion areas include one for townhomes across State Route 59 from the Baldwin Regional Medical Center’s freestanding emergency department.
South Chicago Street in Foley has reopened after being closed for several months
for improvements.
By Guy Busby April 27, 2026
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — South Chicago Street in Foley has reopened after several months of closure for improvements. The project added new visual features and pedestrian upgrades along the roadway. City officials said the changes are part of a broader effort to improve access to downtown. The street now includes...
PicOrange Beach Pickleball Complex Grand Opening Is Set for Next Week
By OBA Staff April 27, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Orange Beach is getting ready to open a brand-new pickleball complex, and the city is inviting everyone to come celebrate. The Orange Beach Parks & Recreation Department announced the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Orange Beach Pickleball Complex.
NCAA Championship Volleyball - Stock Photo
By OBA Staff April 27, 2026
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf Shores is preparing to host a major collegiate sporting event as top teams from across the country arrive for the national championship. The competition will feature 16 of the nation’s leading beach volleyball teams, with matches held on the city’s public beaches. Officials expect...
=Your Weekly Guide to What’s Happening at the Beach: Adventure, Elegance & Coastal Fun
By Jessica A. Taylor April 27, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Never fear–your weekly guide to what’s going on and what to do at the beach is here, and you're in for a good one. This lineup of coastal events brings a little bit of everything–from treetop thrills and luxury cruises to community celebrations and sky-high spectacles that truly shine.
Orange Beach Powerboat Week Returns to Orange Beach in May
By OBA Staff April 26, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Powerboat teams from across the southern United States will be gathering in Orange Beach for the 7th Annual Orange Beach Powerboat Week. The multi-day event will be held at The Wharf, the central hub for all activities. Organizers say the event draws participants from Texas to the Atlantic
Gulf Shores City Schools Launches Adult Culinary Class Series
By OBA Staff April 26, 2026
Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf Shores City Schools is launching a new adult culinary class series called The Art of Culinary. The series is designed to celebrate food, learning, and community. Organizers said the classes will be hands-on and led by Chef Jon Kastner and other local experts. Each class will focus on a
Baldwin County Voters Urged to Plan for May Primary Election
By OBA Staff April 26, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Baldwin County voters have an important date approaching, and officials want them ready. The May 19 primary election is coming up fast. A little planning can go a long way toward a smooth voting experience. Taking a few simple steps now can make Election Day much easier.
Orange Beach Soccer Eyes Deep Playoff Run After Ranking Shift
By John Mullen April 25, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – For a better part of the 2026 high school soccer season, the Orange Beach Lady Makos soccer team was ranked as the state’s No. 1 in Class 4A. But just as the state playoffs begin, the Lady Makos find themselves at No. 2 in the rankings behind area rival St. Luke’s at No. 1.
City Works To Reduce Sign Clutter At Busy Downtown Crossing
By Guy Busby April 25, 2026
Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is moving forward with plans to improve signage at one of its busiest intersections. City officials say the changes will help drivers navigate the area more easily and improve the site's overall appearance. The project focuses on the intersection of Alabama 59 and U.S. 98 in downtown Foley.
Nest Fest Returns To Orange Beach Waterfront Park
By OBA Staff April 25, 2026
Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Shorebirds and coastal conservation will take center stage when the 3rd Annual Nest Fest returns to Orange Beach Waterfront Park. The community event is designed for families and nature lovers of all ages. Organizers say the afternoon will combine fun activities with easy ways to learn...
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