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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Condé Nast Traveler’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards list of the best beaches in the U.S. highlights the nation’s favorite shorelines as chosen by travelers. Pensacola Beach in Florida earned the top spot, praised for its white-sand coastline and vibrant cultural scene. Gulf Coast and...

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – As the calendar turns to 2026, people across the Gulf Coast and beyond are embracing the promise of a fresh start. From improving fitness and eating better to getting organized and giving back, New Year’s resolutions mark a collective moment of reflection and renewal. Whether the goal is...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Along the Alabama Gulf Coast, New Year’s Day starts with a plate that is part superstition, part family story. In kitchens across the Gulf Coast, cooks lean on peas, greens, and cornbread, then often add a side of fresh seafood. Each item is chosen with a purpose, meant to invite luck...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Top Stories on the OBA News website range from a record-setting boating journey to a serious boat explosion at Safe Harbor Marina, with transportation projects, weather threats, and wildlife updates also drawing strong interest. Readers are following a 71‑year‑old boater’s sprint...

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo will offer special admission discounts throughout January and February to welcome the new year. The Gulf Shores nonprofit zoo announced two promotions to make visits more affordable for families and seniors. General admission includes daily keeper chats and...

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley is moving ahead with plans for a new fire station to serve the growing northeast side of the city. City leaders say the project will improve response times and give firefighters better access to major roads in that area. The station will be built on East Fern Avenue between Alabama 59 and...

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Tickets for the 2026 Winter Concert Series in Gulf Shores are now on sale. The series will host three different acts that feature comedy, Motown, and classic rock on the local stage. The performances will all take place at the Erie H. Meyer Civic Center. Organizers are encouraging fans to...

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — 506 N. Pine Street in Foley is opening its doors as a warming center for people who need a safe place to escape the cold. Church leaders say the effort is part of their ongoing mission to serve neighbors in need. The warming center will be set up in the church’s Parish Hall and will welcome anyone

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — As the calendar turns and a brand-new year approaches, the Gulf Coast comes alive with opportunities to reflect, celebrate, and start fresh. From goal-setting workshops and scenic winter cruises to family-friendly festivities, lively New Year’s Eve celebrations, and bold New Year’s Day...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Orange Beach Community Association will be honoring our local heroes at its January Pot Luck gathering. This gathering will serve as the annual first responder appreciation dinner and awards ceremony. It is the first Orange Beach potluck dinner of 2026. The association organizes these m

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Residents and visitors along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast will celebrate the start of 2026 with traditional cold-water plunges. These annual events draw thousands of people to the shoreline to jump into the Gulf at high noon. Local venues in Gulf Shores and Perdido Key provide food...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Families in Orange Beach will have the opportunity to start the new year outdoors with a guided First Day Hike at Gulf State Park. Park naturalists will lead the event and is suitable for all ages. Organizers say the hike will follow a paved, easy-to-walk path. It also provides several spo

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf Coast residents are once again being encouraged to support coastal dune restoration by recycling their live Christmas trees. For over 30 years, this environmental initiative has played a vital role in strengthening the dunes that protect the coastal ecosystem, provide wildlife habitats

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Greek culture will take center stage at the Orange Beach Event Center when the 2026 edition of Greek Night at the Beach returns. The evening will feature traditional dishes, lively music, and authentic dancing. Organizers say the event is meant to make everyone feel Greek for one night.

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Tacky Jacks is offering a whole “Winter of Fun” to keep locals and visitors busy along the Alabama coast. Both the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach locations are rolling out art classes, hands-on nature programs, and guided wine and beer tastings. The seasonal lineup is built around creativity,

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley leaders say the city is on track for another busy year of growth and construction. In his latest State of the City address, Mayor Ralph Hellmich described projects that will add services and improve residents' daily lives. He discussed the new buildings, street and road improvements, and...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — New Year’s Eve on the Gulf Coast offers something for everyone, from early ball drops and confetti showers for kids to chef-driven dinners, themed bar parties, and late-night live music. Families can ring in 2026 at noon or well before midnight, while night owls have their pick...

Residents of the beach are very aware that the price of a condo rental on the 4th of July is going to be more expensive than during the month of November. The price of a flight to New York City during Christmas is going to be much higher than a weekday flight in February. This is called dynamic pricing and it is rates

While Christmas is now a popular American celebration, its path to official recognition was long and regionally divided. For much of early American history, the holiday was actually suppressed. The Puritans of New England, viewing the celebrations as "popish" and rowdy, famously banned Christmas in the 17th century.