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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — If your calendar's looking bleak, don’t worry–we’ve got just the fix. This week, along the Alabama Gulf Coast brings a perfectly balanced mix of culture, adventure, and just the right amount of quirky fun. You can start things off surrounded by inspiring artwork, cruise into dolphin...

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Orange Beach is looking to hire Volkert Engineering to study options for improving traffic flow on the former toll bridge. City officials have hinted that the objective is to develop southbound access in Orange Beach by The Wharf after the new bridge to the west opens and traffic on the Ora

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – The city is looking to add more amenities to the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermen’s Market on Miflin Road in Foley. To expand event offerings, Foley is considering adding a commercial kitchen on the site. McCollough Architecture has submitted plans and will present them at a council meeting.

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Spring break and the summer season are blossoming for 2026, but plans are already in the works to bring visitors back to the Alabama Gulf Coast for fun this fall. Upcoming events are athletic events, auto-show drive-ins, and a food truck festival. Three of those are coming up soon, and we...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Overnight lane restrictions are planned on a busy stretch of Orange Beach Boulevard as the city works on an underground sewer line. The work will affect drivers heading south on Highway 161 just south of City Hall. Motorists are asked to slow down and exercise extra caution in the area.

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — An outdoor fitness event in Orange Beach invites residents to get moving and explore nature while participating in a statewide challenge. The City of Orange Beach and the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail are partnering to host a local kickoff for the 100 Alabama Miles Challenge.

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Fresh produce, handmade foods, and local vendors will gather at Waterfront Park in Orange Beach for the return of the city’s pop-up farmers market. The Orange Beach Parks and Recreation Department invites residents and visitors to enjoy a day at the park, where they can meet growers and sm

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Bama Coast Cruisin' is set to bring the rumble of engines and the gleam of chrome back to The Wharf in Orange Beach as the popular car show returns for another year. The event has become a tradition for auto enthusiasts and families who enjoy walking among classic and custom vehicles along

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Golfers and community supporters are gearing up for the fifth annual Joey Jones Golf Classic, set to bring excitement and fellowship to the Gulf Shores area. The event promises a full day of golf, great food, and friendly competition on one of the region’s most scenic courses.

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Foley looks to add new turn lanes on South Juniper Street to ease growing traffic in the southeast part of the city. The project centers on the busy stretch near Iberville Square, where drivers often face delays. City officials say the changes should make the road safer and smoother...

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Today, April 17th, is National Crawfish Day, and if you happen to live along — or be visiting — the Alabama Gulf Coast, the timing couldn't be better. Crawfish season is in full swing, the weather is warming, the patios are open, and local restaurants are rolling out all-you-can-eat...

Fort Morgan, Ala. — (OBA) — Local organizers are preparing for the return of a popular waterfront event at Tacky Jacks in Fort Morgan next to the Marina. The Fort Morgan Seafood Festival attracts families, visitors, and seafood lovers for a day packed with activities. The event focuses on community engagement...

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – During Ivan, first responders didn’t know where to go. During Sally, exactly 16 years later on Sept. 16, the need was exposed again.

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Vendors from across the country are running out of time to apply to participate in one of the Gulf Coast’s biggest events. The 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores is closing its vendor application window soon. Organizers say the popular event draws nearly 300 vendors each...

Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley citizens now have access to a new, easy-to-use guide to Foley's city finances. The most recent Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) has been made public by the city to show citizens how their taxes are being spent. According to city officials, the report is written without technical jargon

Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Gulf State Park is preparing to launch a new outdoor event this spring. Venture Out is planned as a three-day festival focused on nature and recreation. Organizers say the event is family-friendly. Activities will take place throughout the park and along the award-winning Hugh S. Branyon...

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – At its April meeting, the Foley Planning Commission will consider preliminary approval for three phases of a current subdivision. In all, 101 single-family homes are planned in the three phases. Live Oak Village is located south of Underwood Road and west of North Cedar Street.

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — Alabama Audubon is reviving one of its most popular events, offering the public a rare opportunity to see scientists band wild birds up close. The Coastal Bird Banding event returns to Fort Morgan State Historic Site on the Alabama Gulf Coast this spring. It is one of only a few public...

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.