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• Orange Beach Performing Arts Center Launches First Summer Theatre Camp | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  The Orange Beach Performing Arts Center is hosting its first-ever summer theatre camp this July. The program, Coastal Spotlight, is open to students ages eight to 13. The camp runs Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event marks a new chapter in youth arts programming for Orange Beach.
  6/12/2026 5:16am Orange Beach Performing Arts Center Launches First Summer Theatre Camp | OBA
• Alabama Offers Free Fishing Day Statewide With No License Required | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources designates one Saturday each June as Free Fishing Day statewide. Gulf Coast anglers have a special reason to take notice this year. Free Fishing Day falls during Alabama's red snapper season, opening a rare window for saltwater fishing without the usual costs. No fishing license, no saltwater fishing license, and no reef fish endorsement are required that day.
  6/12/2026 5:15am Alabama Offers Free Fishing Day Statewide With No License Required | OBA
• Foley Public Library to Close Temporarily for Move to New Location | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  The Foley Public Library is preparing to relocate to a brand-new facility this summer. The library will temporarily close to allow staff to transfer materials and set up operations at the new facility. The new location will offer residents a modern community library space. The move marks a significant milestone for the city of Foley.
  6/12/2026 5:15am Foley Public Library to Close Temporarily for Move to New Location | OBA
• 'I have lived the American dream': Runoff candidates give last minute pitch in Fairhope FAIRHOPE — The Eastern Shore Republican Women (ESRW) hosted three candidates at its June luncheon, just days before the primary runoff election.
  
  Alabama attorney general candidate Katherine Robertson, Department of Agriculture and Industries commissioner candidate Christina Woerner McInnis and Baldwin County Commission District 4 candidate John "Tater" Harris addressed the crowd of around 80.
  6/12/2026 5:13am 'I have lived the American dream': Runoff candidates give last minute pitch in Fairhope
• Sand collapses on child digging hole on Pensacola Beach, no injuries PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. -- Sand collapsed on a child digging a hole on Pensacola Beach Thursday afternoon. No one was injured.
  
  It happened around 2:15 p.m. in the 1600 block of Via de Luna Drive.
  
  Escambia County EMS, Fire Rescue, and Pensacola Beach Lifeguards all responded to the call for the incident.
  6/12/2026 5:11am Sand collapses on child digging hole on Pensacola Beach, no injuries
• Sargassum blooms pile up on Northwest Florida beaches, cleanup crews try to keep up PERDIDO KEY, Fla. -- Sargassum blooms are starting to dominate parts of Northwest Florida's shoreline. It's brown, stinky, and it's everywhere. It washes ashore every year.
  6/12/2026 5:11am Sargassum blooms pile up on Northwest Florida beaches, cleanup crews try to keep up
• Bay Minette police tap new tool to speed distressed man to Alta Pointe care BAY MINETTE, Ala. (NBC 15) — According to Bay Minette Police, Thursday morning at 8:37, officers responded to a call regarding a suspicious person in front of the United Bank on McMeans Avenue.
  
  When officers arrived, they engaged a male who was in obvious, mental distress. The male indicated that he needed assistance that the officers were not qualified to provide.
  6/12/2026 5:09am Bay Minette police tap new tool to speed distressed man to Alta Pointe care
• Longhorn stuck on Alabama interstate dies from injuries - al.com Luna, a Texas Longhorn who surprised drivers on the I-10 Bayway Wednesday afternoon, was euthanized following the incident due to her injuries.
  
  Owners confirmed Luna’s passing to News 5 Thursday, telling the outlet she was a beloved pet.
  6/12/2026 5:08am Longhorn stuck on Alabama interstate dies from injuries - al.com
• CEO says Orange Beach remains ‘great location’ for Dolly Parton dinner theater - al.com The CEO of the entertainment company pursuing a Dolly Parton–branded theater in Orange Beach says the project remains alive, whether in the coastal city or “another great community.”
  
  Jack Lawrence, CEO of World Choice Investments LLC, offered his first public comments since widespread resident opposition emerged last month over a proposed theater along Alabama State Route 161 in Orange Beach. He said he still views Orange Beach as a “great location” for the theater.
  6/12/2026 5:08am CEO says Orange Beach remains ‘great location’ for Dolly Parton dinner theater - al.com
• Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo offers summer camp event (WALA) - The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is back with a summer zoo camp event -- a perfect way to enjoy the summer and meet some of the animal ambassadors at the zoo.
  
  The weeklong camp sessions began June 8 and run through late July and are open to children who have completed kindergarten through fourth grades.
  
  Executive Director Joel Hamilton sits down with Lenise Ligon to discuss the camp.
  6/12/2026 5:04am Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo offers summer camp event
• Erosion undermines newly opened staircase at Fairhope’s South Beach Park FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - Heavy rains last week eroded the ground underneath a newly opened staircase at South Beach Park, and the city is working to find a fix.
  6/12/2026 5:04am Erosion undermines newly opened staircase at Fairhope’s South Beach Park
• Fairhope farm: pick your own blueberries, keep half for free | WKRG.com FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — It’s peak blueberry season in Baldwin County and one local farm is inviting the community to help with the harvest while also taking home fresh berries of their own.
  6/12/2026 5:03am Fairhope farm: pick your own blueberries, keep half for free | WKRG.com
• Baldwin County probate judge predicts low voter turnout for June runoff | WKRG.com ROBERTSDALE, Ala. (WKRG) — Election supplies have arrived, and inspectors for all of the polling places in Baldwin County are making final preparations for Tuesday’s runoff elections.
  6/12/2026 5:02am Baldwin County probate judge predicts low voter turnout for June runoff | WKRG.com
• Foley High's Scholar Athlete: Kathy Chavez-Raya | WKRG.com FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Kathy Chavez-Raya, a 2026 graduate of Foley High School, is this week’s Scholar Athlete.
  6/12/2026 5:02am Foley High's Scholar Athlete: Kathy Chavez-Raya | WKRG.com
• Crashes cause traffic delay on I-10 in Baldwin County | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A couple of crashes have caused traffic to back up on I-10 in Baldwin County, according to the Alabama Department of Transportation.
  6/12/2026 5:01am Crashes cause traffic delay on I-10 in Baldwin County | WKRG.com
• Gulf Coast Cities Plan Full Independence Day Weekend for America’s 250th | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Communities across Alabama’s Gulf Coast are preparing for a special Independence Day celebration recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States, with Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Foley planning multi-day events centered on fireworks, public gatherings, and family activities expected to draw residents and visitors across the region. Alabama State Parks is also joining the holiday lineup with its Stars and Stripes Celebration at Gulf State Park, adding parades, live music, and other activities to the weekend schedule.
  6/11/2026 5:24am Gulf Coast Cities Plan Full Independence Day Weekend for America’s 250th | OBA
• Pensacola Beach Air Show Set to Highlight Blue Angels Anniversary and America 250 | OBA Pensacola Beach, Fla. — (OBA) —  Pensacola Beach will host its 2026 air show this summer, with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels at the center of the four-day event. The schedule includes practice flights, aerobatic acts, and the official show day. Organizers will highlight both the Blue Angels’ 80th anniversary and America’s 250th anniversary of independence. The show, hosted by the Santa Rosa Island Authority, will take place near Casino Beach.
  6/11/2026 5:24am Pensacola Beach Air Show Set to Highlight Blue Angels Anniversary and America 250 | OBA
• Downtown Foley Launches New Passport Program With Summer Celebration And Patriotic Festivities | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  Downtown Foley is gearing up for a big summer. Foley Main Street is launching a new Downtown Foley Passport program at its upcoming Third Thursday event. The program offers visitors a fun way to explore local businesses and earn rewards. It also aligns with the nation's upcoming 250th birthday celebration, featuring a patriotic theme.
  6/11/2026 5:24am Downtown Foley Launches New Passport Program With Summer Celebration And Patriotic Festivities | OBA
• Longhorn stuck on Alabama interstate: ‘How does this even happen?’ - al.com Many drivers in south Alabama happened upon an unexpected sight while traveling on the I-10 Bayway Wednesday afternoon.
  
  According to social media posts, a longhorn was stranded in traffic as motorists avoided the large cattle.
  6/11/2026 5:18am Longhorn stuck on Alabama interstate: ‘How does this even happen?’ - al.com
• Texas Longhorn gets loose on Bayway during rush hour DAPHNE, Ala. (WALA) - A Texas Longhorn caused a major traffic backup on the Bayway during rush hour after getting loose from a trailer.
  6/11/2026 5:17am Texas Longhorn gets loose on Bayway during rush hour
• Gulf Shores beach parking fees changing July 1 GULF SHORES, Ala. (WALA) - Starting July 1, parking at Gulf Shores beaches is changing and depending on where you park, it could cost more or less than it does now. Hundreds of parking spaces that were free will no longer be.
  6/11/2026 5:17am Gulf Shores beach parking fees changing July 1
• 1 arrested after high-speed chase crosses county lines into Mobile DAPHNE, Ala. (WALA) - A police chase across county lines ended with one man behind bars.
  
  Daphne police said 42-year-old Anthony Mitchell has multiple warrants across multiple agencies. When he was seen in Daphne, he attempted to flee to Mobile.
  
  Mobile police assisted Daphne police in capturing Mitchell.
  6/11/2026 5:16am 1 arrested after high-speed chase crosses county lines into Mobile
• New animals at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo as summer season begins | WKRG.com “They are called miniature Zebu,” or pygmy cows. The two 12-year-old sisters are debuting at the zoo they now call home after their move from Texas.
  
  “People enjoy seeing them, assuming that they are young cows, not realizing that this is actually a miniature breed,” added Hamilton.
  6/11/2026 5:14am New animals at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo as summer season begins | WKRG.com
• Gulf Shores Aviation Program Takes Flight On Statewide Television | OBA Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf Shores City Schools' groundbreaking aviation program will be featured on a segment of Alabama Public Television this summer. The segment is part of an annual effort by APT to showcase tech and trade school programs around the state, around the time of the Career Tech summer conference.
  6/10/2026 5:15am Gulf Shores Aviation Program Takes Flight On Statewide Television | OBA
• Flora-Bama Freedom Run Returns For Its 6th Year To Celebrate America's 250th Birthday | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  The Flora-Bama is preparing to celebrate America in a big way. The famous landmark on the Florida-Alabama state line is hosting its 6th Annual Freedom Run on Independence Day. The event features a 4-mile run and walk, plus a 1-mile fun run for those seeking a shorter distance. A portion of the proceeds from the race will benefit the On Point 1-1 Foundation, which supports U.S. Army Rangers and their families.
  6/10/2026 5:15am Flora-Bama Freedom Run Returns For Its 6th Year To Celebrate America's 250th Birthday | OBA
• Perdido Key Chamber Opens Applications For New Leadership Program Class | OBA Perdido Key, Fla. — (OBA) —   The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce has opened applications for its 2026-2027 Leadership Perdido Key class. The program is among the area's top leadership development opportunities. It is designed to educate, inspire, and connect leaders across the Perdido Key community. Both current and emerging leaders are encouraged to apply.
  6/10/2026 5:15am Perdido Key Chamber Opens Applications For New Leadership Program Class | OBA
• Why Gulf Shores is one of America’s fastest-growing suburbs Gulf Shores, Alabama, is seeing steady population growth while remaining more affordable than many high-growth U.S. suburbs, according to a new Money Lion analysis of the nation’s fastest-expanding residential areas.
  
  The coastal city ranked among the 50 fastest-growing suburbs in the United States, reflecting a broader migration trend toward smaller metro-adjacent communities offering lifestyle appeal, space and relative affordability.
  6/10/2026 5:13am Why Gulf Shores is one of America’s fastest-growing suburbs
• Topsail Steamer Gulf Shores: menu, location and local sourcing - al.com Topsail Steamer may have sprung from the coastal tastes of North Carolina. It’s even in the name of the budding seafood franchise based in Topsail, North Carolina.
  
  And, the new Topsail location in Swiger Square in Gulf Shores carries a lot of those flavors and features but not without adding the local taste and flair of seafood on the Alabama-Florida Gulf Coast.
  6/10/2026 5:12am Topsail Steamer Gulf Shores: menu, location and local sourcing - al.com
• ‘An urgent, timely record:’ What they’re saying about Red Clay Strays’ new album - al.com Since the Red Clay Strays released their new album, “Grateful,” on Friday, reviewers have had a chance to weigh in. At outlets such as Rolling Stone, NPR and Saving Country Music, reviewers have found a lot to like.
  6/10/2026 5:09am ‘An urgent, timely record:’ What they’re saying about Red Clay Strays’ new album - al.com
• Palm Project provides daily essentials to thousands of Baldwin County students | WKRG.com The Palm Project is a countywide initiative that provides Baldwin County public school students in need with daily essentials, allowing them to focus more on their education.
  
  “62% of our students receive free or reduced lunch,” Palm Project Executive Director Terry Burkle said. “We have a lot of students who are in need.”
  
  Some items they provide to students in need include personal hygiene products, school supplies, new clothing and shoes, food and more.
  6/10/2026 5:04am Palm Project provides daily essentials to thousands of Baldwin County students | WKRG.com
• Alabama runoff: Controlling growth, infrastructure main issues for voters | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Getting from Point A to Point B in Baldwin County can be a challenge.
  6/10/2026 5:04am Alabama runoff: Controlling growth, infrastructure main issues for voters | WKRG.com
• Summerdale Council modifies alcohol ordinance | WKRG.com SUMMERDALE, Ala. (WKRG) — The town of Summerdale has modified its alcohol ordinance.
  
  Alcohol is now allowed at public events as long as the city council approves it first.
  6/10/2026 5:03am Summerdale Council modifies alcohol ordinance | WKRG.com
• Orange Beach Recreation Campus Expansion Plans Continue to Move Forward | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Orange Beach officials are moving forward with plans to expand and improve the city’s Recreation Campus. The site has grown significantly over the past two decades and now serves as a central hub for residents and visitors. City leaders say the goal is to better meet rising demand. Proposed upgrades focus on safety, access, and expanded recreational options.
  6/9/2026 4:59am Orange Beach Recreation Campus Expansion Plans Continue to Move Forward | OBA
• Foley City Council Approves Permanent Markers For Downtown Entertainment Zone | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  Foley's downtown Arts and Entertainment District is getting a visible upgrade. The Foley City Council has approved new pre-printed thermal markers to replace the old stenciled sidewalk signs. The markers will indicate where the district's boundaries begin and end. City leaders say the change signals how far downtown Foley has come.
  6/9/2026 4:59am Foley City Council Approves Permanent Markers For Downtown Entertainment Zone | OBA
• Orange Beach to Host New Junior Angler Event Focused On Competition And Conservation | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – A new fishing tournament for high-school and middle-school-age kids will debut this summer with the Gulf of America Inshore Invitational. Teens in grades 9 through 12 are eligible for one division, and seventh- and eighth-graders for a second.
  6/9/2026 4:59am Orange Beach to Host New Junior Angler Event Focused On Competition And Conservation | OBA
• Multiple agencies stage joint drill at Orange Beach to sharpen emergency water response ORANGE BEACH, Ala. -- Lifeguards, dive teams, Marine police and coastal resource members worked together in a joint exercise Monday morning at Orange Beach.
  
  These high-intensity trainings allow different teams to work together. Officials says training like this is very important as it helps them prepare for how to respond in real world emergencies.
  
  The goal was for multiple agencies to learn how to better work together for whatever emergency comes their way.
  6/9/2026 4:54am Multiple agencies stage joint drill at Orange Beach to sharpen emergency water response
• Foley shooting victim identified; suspect claims self-defense FOLEY, Ala. (WALA) - The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting Friday night, and the suspect appeared in court Monday afternoon with conflicting accounts emerging about what led to the deadly confrontation.
  6/9/2026 4:52am Foley shooting victim identified; suspect claims self-defense
• Loxley police investigate ATV crash that left passenger injured LOXLEY, Ala. (WALA) - Loxley police are investigating a possible felony leaving the scene of an accident and DUI from early Sunday morning.
  
  Police were called to the 20999 Truck Route 17 around midnight after a good Samaritan found a woman injured from an ATV crash.
  
  According to witnesses, the woman was a passenger on an ATV when the vehicle crashed during a joyride, rolling over the woman. Police said friends of the driver helped him load up the ATV and left the woman at the scene.
  6/9/2026 4:51am Loxley police investigate ATV crash that left passenger injured
• Robertsdale faith leaders gather for first Prayer With Our Pastors event ROBERTSDALE, Ala. (WALA) - Faith leaders from across Baldwin County met Monday morning for the first Prayer With Our Pastors event.
  
  The gathering provided a time to connect, share thoughts and concerns, discuss what’s happening in the area, and support one another.
  6/9/2026 4:51am Robertsdale faith leaders gather for first Prayer With Our Pastors event
• Fairhope youth fishing tournament to benefit local charities | WKRG.com FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — Young anglers will get a chance to go fishing and show off their best catch: the Hooked on Fairhope Fishing Tournament is happening Saturday, June 13, at the Fairhope Pier.
  6/9/2026 4:50am Fairhope youth fishing tournament to benefit local charities | WKRG.com
• Foley murder suspect in court; different stories emerge about deadly shooting | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — 37-year-old Patrick Beasley appeared in court via video conferencing for the first time since his arrest Friday night at a mobile home park off Doc McDuffie Road in Foley.
  6/9/2026 4:49am Foley murder suspect in court; different stories emerge about deadly shooting | WKRG.com
• Summerdale considers allowing alcohol at special events | WKRG.com Summerdale’s town council is considering an ordinance regarding when and where alcohol would be permitted in public.
  
  Alcohol is already legal in Summerdale town limits; however, if approved, the ordinance would specifically give town leaders the power to issue one-day liquor licenses for special events held on town-owned property or other public property approved by officials.
  6/9/2026 4:49am Summerdale considers allowing alcohol at special events | WKRG.com
• Baldwin County Sheriff's Office identify victim in Foley homicide | WKRG.com UPDATE (3:30 p.m.): Bond has been set for 37-year-old Patrick Beasley, who is accused of shooting Forrest Self, who died from his injuries.
  
  A Baldwin County judge set Beasley’s bond at $150,000, with the stipulation that if he posts bond, he will be on GPS house arrest and will not be allowed to have any guns.
  6/9/2026 4:49am Baldwin County Sheriff's Office identify victim in Foley homicide | WKRG.com
• Loxley ATV crash leaves two seriously injured | WKRG.com LOXLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Loxley Police Department officials said they are investigating an ATV crash that left two people injured Sunday morning.
  6/9/2026 4:48am Loxley ATV crash leaves two seriously injured | WKRG.com
• Foley set for site of 'Back the Blue' luncheon to honor Alabama first responders | WKRG.com FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — First responders will be honored with a “Back the Blue” luncheon at Foley’s Graham Creek Nature Preserve.
  
  According to a news release, the Alabama Forestry Association and Alabama State Rep. Frances Holk-Jones are hosting the luncheon, set for Tuesday, June 9, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Graham Creek Nature Preserve’s new pavilion, just south of the Interpretive Center on Philomene Holmes Boulevard in Foley.
  6/9/2026 4:47am Foley set for site of 'Back the Blue' luncheon to honor Alabama first responders | WKRG.com
• Monday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach We are flying yellow flags in Orange Beach today - Monday, June 8th. Yellow Flags represent a medium hazard and urge caution to anyone entering the Gulf. : Resident Beach Access at CoastAL.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Fair with waves at 1 to 2 feet and west running current.
  • Rip Current Forecast: Low Risk
  • Daily Weather: Mostly Cloudy with the high temperature in the mid 80’s.
  • Wind: Southeast winds at 5 to 10 mph.
  • UV Index: Extreme
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 12:34PM & Low Tide is scheduled for 10:05PM
  6/8/2026 9:47am Monday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach
• Milkshakes, Blue Angels & Back Bay Breezes | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  There’s just something about summer on the Alabama Gulf Coast that makes you want to slow down a little–even when things seem fast. Maybe it’s an old-fashioned milkshake served in a real glass dish, the rumble of the Blue Angels overhead, a plate of boiled shrimp shared picnic-style with friends, or a dolphin surfacing beside the boat at sunset on a Sunday. This week’s lineup is packed with a little of everything that makes coastal living and visiting special–historic hidden gems, budget-friendly eats, family adventures, live theatre, and, according to the coast’s year-round guide, plenty of reasons to get outside and soak up the seasons and they may. So grab your sunglasses, bring your appetite, and let’s see what’s happening and what’s good at the beach this week.
  6/8/2026 5:11am Milkshakes, Blue Angels & Back Bay Breezes | OBA
• Alabama Reefs Bring World Oceans Day Message Closer To Home | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  World Oceans Day is a global call to protect the sea and the life it supports. Oceans cover more than 70 percent of our planet and produce over half the oxygen we breathe. It feeds billions of people, drives weather patterns, and supports entire economies. The day is meant to remind people that the ocean affects the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the climate we share. It also gives schools, towns, and groups a chance to participate in ocean-focused events. This year’s message centers on rethinking our relationship with the ocean and acting with greater care.
  6/8/2026 5:11am Alabama Reefs Bring World Oceans Day Message Closer To Home | OBA
• Pirate Dinner Theater Fades While New Development Plans Move Forward | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The unpopular Pirate Dinner Theater project being considered for the current Beech’s Camper and Mobile Home Park hasn’t completely left the building. But it’s more than likely on the way out, even as it appears as a non-action item on an upcoming planning commission agenda.
  6/8/2026 5:11am Pirate Dinner Theater Fades While New Development Plans Move Forward | OBA
• Watch: ALEA, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach rescue teams conduct air patrols, training missions GULF SHORES — With double red flags signaling danger in the waters off Alabama's coast, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Gulf Shores Beach Rescue and Orange Beach Surf Rescue are teaming up to keep beachgoers safe.
  
  The ALEA helicopter patrols and offers training opportunities for lifeguards, all thanks to extra funds State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) secured in the legislature. Elliott explained the funding was inspired by the tragic 2021 drowning death of Baldwin County deputy Bill Smith.
  6/8/2026 5:09am Watch: ALEA, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach rescue teams conduct air patrols, training missions
• City in Baldwin county gets help with storm resiliency FOLEY, Ala. (WALA) - U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., says she has secured $2.063 million for the City of Foley in the FY26 Homeland Security Appropriations Act to help improve storm resiliency by burying vulnerable utilities in the city’s downtown corridor.
  
  The project would move existing overhead utility lines underground across six blocks in downtown Foley, from West Magnolia Avenue to Myrtle Avenue, covering about 2,300 linear feet, according to the announcement. The funding would support construction and operating costs for the work.
  6/8/2026 5:07am City in Baldwin county gets help with storm resiliency
• One dead in I-10 accident in Baldwin County Saturday night BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, or ALEA, says a 39-year-old Freeport, Florida man died in a single-vehicle crash late Saturday night in Baldwin County.
  
  Troopers say Robert D. Cates was driving a 2012 Nissan Titan around 10:30 p.m. June 6 when the truck left Interstate 10 near the 64-mile marker, hit several trees and overturned about 11 miles east of Robertsdale.
  6/8/2026 5:06am One dead in I-10 accident in Baldwin County Saturday night
• Baldwin County community set to discuss temporary moratorium on new multi family residential developments DAPHNE, Ala. (WALA) - The Daphne City Council is scheduled to discuss an ordinance at its work session meeting Monday night that would establish a temporary moratorium on applications for any new multi family residential developments.
  
  The time period would be for 180 days and be effective upon adoption.
  6/8/2026 5:05am Baldwin County community set to discuss temporary moratorium on new multi family residential developments
• Man killed in late Saturday night crash on I-10 | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala (WKRG) – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating a crash on I-10 that left a man dead, according to a press release.
  
  State troopers say the crash happened Saturday night around 10:30 PM on I-10 near the 64-mile marker, 11 miles east of Robertsdale.
  6/8/2026 5:03am Man killed in late Saturday night crash on I-10 | WKRG.com
• Sunday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach We are flying single red flags in Orange Beach today - Sunday, June 7th. Single red represents a High Hazard with High Surf and Strong Currents. For your safety, we ask that you stay on the shore. : Cotton Bayou Beach.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Choppy with waves at 2 to 3 feet and strong west running current.
  • Rip Current Forecast: Moderate Risk
  • Daily Weather: Partly sunny with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The high temperature is in the low 80’s.
  • Wind: South winds around 10 mph.
  • UV Index: Very high
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 12:34PM & Low Tide is scheduled for 10:25PM
  6/7/2026 9:26am Sunday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach
• Surf Rescue To Lead Training Exercise At Alabama Point On Monday | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Orange Beach will see a large emergency response presence on Monday morning, but officials say there is no cause for concern. The activity will be part of a planned training exercise involving city agencies. It will take place at Alabama Point near the east jetties at Perdido Pass. The drill is intended to simulate a water emergency.
  6/7/2026 6:05am Surf Rescue To Lead Training Exercise At Alabama Point On Monday | OBA
• City of Foley Approves New Restrooms, Pavilion, and Trail Signs at City Parks | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  Foley is moving ahead with a series of improvements at its nature parks. The work includes new restrooms, a pavilion, and trail signs. City leaders also plan to seek grant funding for a boardwalk project at Wolf Creek Park. The projects are intended to make the parks more useful and accessible for visitors.
  6/7/2026 6:04am City of Foley Approves New Restrooms, Pavilion, and Trail Signs at City Parks | OBA
• Orange Beach Fitness Center Worker Wins Community Honor | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Orange Beach Fitness Center employee David Dale has been recognized for his strong work ethic and community spirit. He received the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber’s April 2026 Catch the Island Spirit Award. Dale is known among gym members for his early hours, friendly demeanor, and community involvement. This recognition also continues a winning streak for Orange Beach Parks and Recreation staff.
  6/7/2026 6:04am Orange Beach Fitness Center Worker Wins Community Honor | OBA
• Baldwin County Completes Major Drainage Project in Fort Morgan | OBA Fort Morgan, Ala. — (OBA) —  A major drainage project in the Fort Morgan area is now complete, and the timing could not be better. The Baldwin County Commission announced the completion of the Surfside Drive Drainage Improvements Project just as the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season gets underway. The project was designed and built to reduce flooding and help water drain away from homes and roads more quickly. Officials say the work will help make the area more resilient when the next big storm rolls through.
  6/7/2026 6:03am Baldwin County Completes Major Drainage Project in Fort Morgan | OBA
• Orange Beach Shooting Team competing in state championship ORANGE BEACH — The Orange Beach Shooting Team is in Childersburg this weekend for the 2026 Alabama Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) championship.
  
  The Makos brought home 14 medals in 2025 and are hoping for more wins this year.
  
  The competition is being held at the Red Eagle Skeet and Trap Club, a location that is dear to skeet shooting coach Tim Harry’s heart.
  6/7/2026 6:02am Orange Beach Shooting Team competing in state championship
• 15th annual Children’s Cup Regatta raises funds for young patients FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - The 15th annual Children’s Cup Regatta took place at Fairhope Yacht Club.
  
  The regatta was open to all sailboat classes. It was a full day of sailboat racing to benefit Children’s of Alabama.
  6/7/2026 6:00am 15th annual Children’s Cup Regatta raises funds for young patients
• Saturday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach We are flying single red flags in Orange Beach today - Saturday, June 6th. Single red represents a High Hazard with High Surf and Strong Currents. For your safety, we ask that you stay on the shore. : Cotton Bayou Beach.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Choppy with waves at 3 to 4 feet and strong west running current.
  • Rip Current Forecast: High Risk
  • Daily Weather: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The high temperature is in the low 80’s.
  • Wind: Southeast winds around 15 mph.
  • UV Index: Very high
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 12:08PM & Low Tide is scheduled for 10:45PM
  6/6/2026 9:07am Saturday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach
• Utility Officials Open Registration For Hurricane Readiness Classes | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Riviera Utilities has announced it will offer free severe-storm preparedness sessions to the public. These sessions are available to neighborhood groups, businesses, churches, and civic clubs. The utility provider said its team wants to help neighbors feel more prepared for the season. The sessions are interactive and teach residents about storm safety and recovery.
  6/6/2026 6:32am Utility Officials Open Registration For Hurricane Readiness Classes | OBA
• Dolphin Stranding In Gulf Shores Leads To Humane Euthanasia | OBA Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) —  A rough-toothed dolphin that stranded on a Gulf Shores beach was euthanized after experts determined it was in poor health. The animal was found alive near Sea and Suds, prompting a coordinated emergency response. Multiple local agencies and marine specialists assessed the situation. Officials said the decision was made to prevent further suffering.
  6/6/2026 6:32am Dolphin Stranding In Gulf Shores Leads To Humane Euthanasia | OBA
• State of Alabama and Developer Partner to Relocate Gopher Tortoises in Baldwin County | OBA Baldwin County, Ala. — (OBA) —  A private developer worked with state wildlife officials to safely relocate several gopher tortoises in Baldwin County. The project shows that construction can proceed without putting protected species at risk. State officials say the effort highlights better coordination between regulators and builders and could serve as a model for future development along Alabama’s coast.
  6/6/2026 6:32am State of Alabama and Developer Partner to Relocate Gopher Tortoises in Baldwin County | OBA
• Dangerous rip currents continue into the weekend WEAR-TV — Beachgoers along the northern Gulf Coast are being urged to stay out of the water as dangerous and potentially deadly rip currents continue to impact area beaches. Strong onshore winds, primarily out of the southeast, are creating rough surf, highs seas and hazardous swimming conditions that are expected to continue through Saturday. Double red flags are flying at many beaches across the region. When double red flags are displayed, the Gulf waters are closed to swimming. While the beach itself remains open, entering the water is prohibited and swimming in the Gulf is illegal under double red flag conditions.
  6/6/2026 6:30am Dangerous rip currents continue into the weekend
• Health department issues swim advisories for 3 Baldwin County sites BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and the Baldwin County Health Department have issued swimming advisories for three sites in Baldwin County.
  
  Officials said two successive tests indicated poor water quality because of excessive bacteria levels. Swimming in the areas could increase the risk of illness, officials said.
  6/6/2026 6:28am Health department issues swim advisories for 3 Baldwin County sites
• Baldwin County students learn financial literacy at BizTown Summer Camp BAY MINETTE, Ala. (WALA) - School may be out for the summer, but lessons are continuing this week for some students in Baldwin County.
  
  United Bank’s BizTown Summer Camp is exposing young students to financial literacy and how to start a business. Partnering with the Junior Achievement program, the camp aims to help students form healthy financial habits through hands-on activities.
  6/6/2026 6:28am Baldwin County students learn financial literacy at BizTown Summer Camp
• Baldwin County prepares for hurricane season with coordination event, drainage improvements ROBERTSDALE, Ala. (WALA) - Baldwin County is working to ensure residents are safe in the event of a storm as hurricane season begins.
  
  Crews gathered in Robertsdale Friday for an annual pre-season coordination event where they discussed what to do before and after a storm.
  6/6/2026 6:27am Baldwin County prepares for hurricane season with coordination event, drainage improvements
• Advocates urge Baldwin County leaders to address growing homelessness crisis | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) – Homelessness advocates are calling for help from community leaders, saying Baldwin County residents are feeling the crisis more than ever.
  6/6/2026 6:26am Advocates urge Baldwin County leaders to address growing homelessness crisis | WKRG.com
• Orange Beach traffic woes: New bridge, roundabout bring delays | WKRG.com ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WKRG) — Trying to get into traffic from the south side of Canal Road in Orange Beach has drivers looking left, then right, left again, and still have to wait.
  6/6/2026 6:21am Orange Beach traffic woes: New bridge, roundabout bring delays | WKRG.com
• Friday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach Double Red Flags are flying in Orange Beach today - Friday, June 5th. DOUBLE RED FLAGS mean GULF WATERS ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC due to potentially life threatening rip currents and dangerous surf. Disobeying Double Red Flags could lead to arrest or fine. The beach remains open. : Romar Beach.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Rough with waves at 4 to 6 feet and strong west running current.
  • A High Surf Advisory is in effect for our area until Saturday morning.
  • Rip Current Forecast: High risk
  • Daily Weather: Mostly sunny with a slight chance for afternoon showers. The high temperature is in the mid 80’s.
  • Wind: East winds at 15 to 20 mph.
  • UV Index: Very high
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 11:36AM & Low Tide is scheduled for 10:47PM
  6/5/2026 9:53am Friday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach
• MaxPreps' Alabama Player of the Year Is From Orange Beach | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — Orange Beach sophomore MK McMullan has been named the 2026 MaxPreps Player of the Year for Alabama, following a dominant season that saw her help lead the Makos to their sixth consecutive state championship.
  6/5/2026 5:04am MaxPreps' Alabama Player of the Year Is From Orange Beach | OBA
• High Surf Alert: Stay Safe this Weekend on the Gulf Coast | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  Heading into the weekend, Orange Beach Surf Rescue is warning of dangerous conditions, with waves expected this weekend and Double Red Flags likely flying. The alert comes after a busy start to the season, with hazardous surf showing up more often than not. Over the past two weeks alone, Single Red Flags were posted nine times, along with several days of Double Reds. Double Red Flags mean the Gulf waters are closed to swimmers.
  6/5/2026 5:04am High Surf Alert: Stay Safe this Weekend on the Gulf Coast | OBA
• Storm Resiliency Project Wins More Than $2 Million for Foley | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  Downtown Foley could see a major utility project with more than $2 million set aside for the work. The goal is to improve storm resiliency. City leaders say the project would help protect key services during major tropical storms.
  6/5/2026 5:04am Storm Resiliency Project Wins More Than $2 Million for Foley | OBA
• Water closed: Gulf Shores Beach Rescue is warning beachgoers to stay out of the water GULF SHORES — Double-red flags are flying along the beach, meaning the water is closed. A high surf advisory is in effect at least through Saturday, with 4 to 6 feet surf conditions, according to beach safety chief Joethan Phillips.
  
  People who refuse to stay out of the water will face a fine of up to $500 and arrest.
  6/5/2026 5:02am Water closed: Gulf Shores Beach Rescue is warning beachgoers to stay out of the water
• Remediation finished on SS United States, awaits federal approval before sinking in NWFL MOBILE, Ala. -- The remediation is now complete on the 74-year-old historic ocean liner SS United States.
  
  Docked in Mobile, the ship is set to become the world's largest artificial reef, deployed over in Northwest Florida's Okaloosa County.
  6/5/2026 5:01am Remediation finished on SS United States, awaits federal approval before sinking in NWFL
• High seas, strong currents keep Northwest Florida beachgoers out of the water PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. -- High seas and strong currents are creating dangerous conditions out in the Gulf.
  
  Double red flags are flying on beaches in Navarre and Pensacola Beach on Thursday. Single red flags are flying in Okaloosa County.
  6/5/2026 5:00am High seas, strong currents keep Northwest Florida beachgoers out of the water
• Dangerous rip currents continue for Gulf Coast beaches (NBC 15) — Dangerous and potentially deadly rip currents continue to affect beaches along the northern Gulf Coast, prompting officials to urge extreme caution for anyone heading to the shore. Red flags have been flying at many area beaches, and beachgoers should pay close attention to the warning system before entering the water.
  6/5/2026 4:59am Dangerous rip currents continue for Gulf Coast beaches
• Austal USA celebrates opening of massive submarine facility - al.com As Austal USA celebrated the opening of a massive new submarine manufacturing facility Thursday in Mobile, the U.S. Navy’s director of submarine programs deployed a football analogy to get across the importance of the work to be done there.
  6/5/2026 4:58am Austal USA celebrates opening of massive submarine facility - al.com
• South Alabama teen killed in crash on way to UAB college orientation - al.com A south Alabama community is mourning after 18-year-old Rylie McGill was killed in a car crash while driving to college orientation.
  
  According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the single-vehicle crash occurred early Tuesday at about 4:45 a.m. on I-65 in Baldwin County.
  6/5/2026 4:57am South Alabama teen killed in crash on way to UAB college orientation - al.com
• ‘I’m about to blow up Summerdale’: Baldwin County man charged with swatting SUMMERDALE, Ala. (WALA) - A Baldwin County man is behind bars tonight, accused of sending a series of fake threats to a crisis hotline.
  6/5/2026 4:56am ‘I’m about to blow up Summerdale’: Baldwin County man charged with swatting
• Double red flags keep beachgoers out of dangerous Gulf waters GULF SHORES, Ala. (WALA) - Double red flags are posted on Baldwin County beaches Thursday, making it illegal to enter the gulf waters due to extremely dangerous surf conditions.
  6/5/2026 4:55am Double red flags keep beachgoers out of dangerous Gulf waters
• Baldwin County hub for crisis resources opens first location in Foley | WKRG.com FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — For someone in crisis, finding help isn’t always easy. That’s why the nonprofit organization Sea Glass Initiative launched its first community resource hub in Baldwin County.
  6/5/2026 4:54am Baldwin County hub for crisis resources opens first location in Foley | WKRG.com
• Destination Gulf Coast: Explore the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo with Meteorologist Sam Parker – WKRG News 5 GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — Summer adventures begin as Meteorologist Sam Parker takes viewers on the first exciting stop in WKRG’s Destination Gulf Coast summer series.
  
  This week, Sam visited the popular Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo in Gulf Shores, where visitors of all ages can experience up-close animal encounters and unforgettable family fun.
  6/5/2026 4:54am Destination Gulf Coast: Explore the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo with Meteorologist Sam Parker – WKRG News 5
• Robertsdale High School graduate balances honors classes with extracurricular activities | WKRG.com ROBERTSDALE, Ala. (WKRG) — From cheering hard to studying hard, our Scholar Athlete of the Week is Matthew Kroll!
  6/5/2026 4:53am Robertsdale High School graduate balances honors classes with extracurricular activities | WKRG.com
• Thursday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach Double Red Flags are flying in Orange Beach today - Thursday, June 4th. DOUBLE RED FLAGS mean GULF WATERS ARE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC due to potentially life threatening rip currents and dangerous surf. Disobeying Double Red Flags could lead to arrest or fine. The beach remains open. : Resident Beach Access at CoastAL.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Rough with waves at 4 to 6 feet and strong west running current.
  • A High Surf Advisory is in effect for our area until Saturday.
  • Rip Current Forecast: High risk
  • Daily Weather: Sunny with the high temperature in the lower 80’s.
  • Wind: East winds around 20 mph.
  • UV Index: Very high
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 11:02AM & Low Tide is scheduled for 10:28PM
  6/4/2026 9:04am Thursday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach
• City of Orange Beach Honors Councilman Jerry Johnson As He Steps Down To Support His Family | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  The City of Orange Beach is expressing heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to Councilman Jerry Johnson as he steps down from the Orange Beach City Council to devote his time and energy to his family during a deeply personal health crisis. Councilman Johnson announced his resignation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, sharing that his 14-year-old grandson, Jacob, has been hospitalized and is awaiting a heart transplant once he regains sufficient strength. Johnson, who has served the City of Orange Beach with distinction for more than 13 years, made the difficult decision after recognizing that his family's needs required his full and undivided attention. The City of Orange Beach honors his selfless commitment — both to this community and to his family — and asks residents to join in keeping Councilman Johnson, his wife Yolanda, and young Jacob in their thoughts and prayers.
  6/4/2026 5:12am City of Orange Beach Honors Councilman Jerry Johnson As He Steps Down To Support His Family | OBA
• New North Foley Industrial Site Backed By $3.33 Million Grant | OBA Foley, Ala. — (OBA) —  The City of Foley is moving ahead with a new industrial site. City leaders said it could create jobs and revenue for Foley and Alabama. State funding will help purchase the land. Officials called the purchase an investment in the area's future.
  6/4/2026 5:12am New North Foley Industrial Site Backed By $3.33 Million Grant | OBA
• Fourth Annual Coastal Tailgate Cook-Off Challenge Returns to The Wharf in Orange Beach | OBA Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) —  The 4th Annual Coastal Tailgate Cook-Off Challenge is returning to The Wharf in Orange Beach. Presented by Columbia Southern University, the event qualifies competitors for the World Food Championships. Culinary teams, restaurants, and individuals from across the region are invited to compete. The cook-off attracts between 500 and 700 guests each year.
  6/4/2026 5:12am Fourth Annual Coastal Tailgate Cook-Off Challenge Returns to The Wharf in Orange Beach | OBA
• Dangerous rip currents expected across Gulf Coast beaches through the weekend (WALA) - If you’re heading to the beach this week, the forecast comes with an important warning: the weather may be great for sitting in the sand, but conditions in the water are dangerous.
  
  A prolonged period of strong easterly winds is creating rough surf and life-threatening rip currents along much of the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast. High Rip Current Risk alerts are in effect for many beaches from Dauphin Island to Destin, with elevated risks extending eastward across the Florida Panhandle. High surf and dangerous swimming conditions are expected to continue through at least the weekend.
  6/4/2026 5:10am Dangerous rip currents expected across Gulf Coast beaches through the weekend
• Dangerous rip currents continue for Gulf Coast beaches WEAR-TV — Dangerous and potentially deadly rip currents continue to affect beaches along the northern Gulf Coast, prompting officials to urge extreme caution for anyone heading to the shore. Red flags have been flying at many area beaches, and beachgoers should pay close attention to the warning system before entering the water.
  6/4/2026 5:08am Dangerous rip currents continue for Gulf Coast beaches
• Mobile teen killed in Baldwin County crash BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (NBC 15) — According to ALEA, a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:45 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, has claimed the life of a Mobile teen.
  
  The 18-year-old was fatally injured when the 2016 Hyundai Elantra the juvenile was driving left the roadway and struck a tree. The teen was pronounced deceased at the scene.
  6/4/2026 5:07am Mobile teen killed in Baldwin County crash
• 2 arrested on federal charges after traffic stop uncovers stolen IDs, credit cards, weapons BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) - Federal court records show a convicted felon and a Texas woman have been arrested in Baldwin County. Investigators say a traffic stop uncovered suspected mail theft, stolen IDs and credit cards, and weapons.
  
  According to federal documents filed this week, on May 26, a Baldwin County Sheriff’s deputy saw a BMW with a Texas license plate following another vehicle too close and too fast.
  6/4/2026 5:05am 2 arrested on federal charges after traffic stop uncovers stolen IDs, credit cards, weapons
• Double red flags fly at Gulf Shores as rip current risk increases GULF SHORES, Ala. (WALA) - Double red flags are flying in Gulf Shores as high surf and strong rip currents are making conditions difficult and dangerous on the beach.
  
  Families are still enjoying the area but staying out of the water.
  6/4/2026 5:04am Double red flags fly at Gulf Shores as rip current risk increases
• Registration opens for 2026 alligator hunting season in Alabama | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Once hunted to near extinction, the American alligator has made a remarkable comeback in Alabama.
  6/4/2026 5:02am Registration opens for 2026 alligator hunting season in Alabama | WKRG.com
• How rising fuel costs are impacting volunteer firefighters across Baldwin County | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) – When a 911 call comes in, fire trucks must be ready to roll, but lately pulling up to the pump comes with a higher price tag for volunteer fire departments.
  6/4/2026 5:02am How rising fuel costs are impacting volunteer firefighters across Baldwin County | WKRG.com
• Loxley traffic stop leads to 15-year sentence for felon | WKRG.com (WKRG) — A Memphis man has been sentenced in a Mobile federal court following a 2023 arrest in Loxley, according to the United States Department of Justice.
  
  According to a United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Alabama news release, 40-year-old Marshall Bratcher was sentenced to 15 years in prison for possessing a firearm as a previously convicted felon after pleading guilty.
  6/4/2026 5:01am Loxley traffic stop leads to 15-year sentence for felon | WKRG.com
• Baldwin County father and son arrested on sex charges | WKRG.com BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A Baldwin County father and his son were arrested on sex offense charges relating to two children.
  
  According to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, they received a request for a welfare check from the Florida Department of Human Resources. The request was reportedly related to some children they were monitoring.
  6/4/2026 5:01am Baldwin County father and son arrested on sex charges | WKRG.com
• Wednesday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach We are flying Double Red 🚩 flags in Orange Beach today - meaning the gulf waters are closed to swimmers.
  Wednesday, June 3rd. Double red represents a High Hazard with High Surf and Strong Currents. For your safety, we ask that you stay on the shore. 🎥: Cotton Bayou Beach.
  
  • Gulf Temperature: 80 degrees
  • Surf Conditions: Choppy with waves at 3 to 5 feet and strong west running current.
  • Rip Current Forecast: High risk
  • Daily Weather: Mostly cloudy with a chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. The high
  temperature is in the lower 80’s.
  • Wind: East winds around 20 mph.
  • UV Index: High
  • Tides: High Tide is scheduled for 10:25AM & Low Tide is scheduled for 9:58PM
  6/3/2026 1:04pm Wednesday's Surf & Weather Report from the Beach