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Today Is The Official Start of Hurricane Season: What The Experts Are Saying

By R. Peevy • June 1, 2026

Hurricane season officially begins June 1 and last until November 30. So what kind of season are the expert predicting? While some past predictions missed their mark (Sally), hurricane forecasting has made tremendous strides in recent decades.

Ranking Nation's Population Growth By State Since 1970

By R. Peevy • May 31, 2026

Over the past 55 years the nation's population count rose by nearly 139 million people, growing from roughly 203.3 million in 1970 to an estimated 342.2 million in 2025. That is a 68.2% increase. But which state gained the most growth over this period and where does Alabama rank?

City of Gulf Shores GEARS UP For 250th Celebration

By R. Peevy • May 30, 2026

When you think of celebrating the Country's 250th birthday there is no better place to start than the City of Gulf Shores Store. The new 250th Semiquincentennial merch has dropped and is available at the historic shop or online.

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Orange Beach News

Local Groups Celebrate America's 250 Holiday

By Ken Cooper • June 1, 2026

As July 4th nears there are numerous ways to participate in the historical event. Two local groups are inviting the community to take part in America's 250th birthday celebration in a hands-on way.

Orange Beach Senior Center To Close For June Renovations

By Ken Cooper • May 31, 2026

The Senior Center in Orange Beach is scheduled to close temporarily for interior updates. The closure will affect most regular programming for most of June. Some activities will move to other locations, while others will not be held during the closure.

Orange Beach Invests In New Fire Training Equipment

By Ken Cooper • May 29, 2026

Orange Beach Fire & Rescue has taken a major step to protect the men and women who serve on the front lines. The OBFD took delivery of a new flashover simulator, a high-tech training tool designed to prepare firefighters for some of the most dangerous situations they face on the job.

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Coastal Region News

Things To Do: Flip Flops, Fish Tales And Summer Trails

By Jessica Taylor • June 1, 2026

Well, would you look at that–summer has officially clocked in on the Alabama Gulf Coast. The backpacks are getting tossed aside, the beach towels are coming out of storage, and the calendar is suddenly open to all.

Local Beach Bar Gains National Recognition

By Ken Cooper • May 30, 2026

The iconic Flora-Bama Lounge and Package, a beloved fixture straddling the Alabama-Florida state line in Perdido Key, has earned a coveted national title, being named one of the Top 10 Best Beach Bars in the United States.

Shark Fest Returns to Gulf State Park

By Ken Cooper • May 28, 2026

Shark Week is a national television phenomenon but locally it is a time to educate the public about the real facts concerning the ultimate aquatic predator. In the summer of 1975 the nation watched a movie that scared every Chamber of Commerce in a beach community.

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"BEST OF" Gallery

Want to see who has been voted the BEST of the area? Visit these sites and see the ranking. You can also vote and share with others. VOTE for the Best of Gulf Shores!

Best Seafood Restaurants

Need some great seafood? See where the locals go. Vote for the best

Best Beachfront Restaurant

Top 10 Restaurants on the Beach

Best Bars

Visit this site to find the best bars in the area.

Best Burgers

Visit this site to see who locals voted best burger spot

Best Dolphin Cruise

Top 10 Dolphin Cruises

Best Coffee Shops

Need a great cup of coffee? See where the locals go. Vote for the best

Best Breakfast

Top 10 Breakfast Places. Vote for your favorite.

Best Fried Chicken

Who has the best fried chicken in the area? See the rankings and VOTE!