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Fire at Coyote Beach Sports

Fire Strikes Coyote Beach Sports in Gulf Shores

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 14, 2026
Coyote Beach Sports, located at 112 E 1st Ave just a block off the beach in Gulf Shores, was severely damaged in an early morning fire. While the business had recently survived Hurricane Isaias without experiencing any damage, it could not escape the blaze that broke out early Tuesday morning.
Council Approves Survey Contract for Canal Road Alignment

Gulf Shores Charts Future for Canal Road Reroute

By R. Peevy • October 13, 2026
At this week's Gulf Shores City Council meeting, municipal leaders officially approved Resolution 7193, authorizing Mayor Craft to execute a professional services agreement with Sawgrass Consulting, LLC.
Columbus Day in Gulf Shores

Columbus Day Celebrated By A Group of Semi-Lawless Pirates...Locals

By R. Peevy • October 12, 2026
It is Columbus Day in our small Southern beach town, a holiday honoring a Spanish sailor who famously got completely lost and claimed the Americas when he was actually sitting in the Caribbean islands
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Gumbo Festival takes place in beautiful Orange Beach

Gumbo Festival Brings Gulf Coast Flavors and Community Spirit to CoastAL Orange Beach

By R. Peevy • October 14, 2026
This hearty stew has evolved into a celebrated symbol of Southern heritage. Today, the Gulf Coast stands as the undisputed epicenter for the nation's finest gumbo chefs, where generations of culinary masters draw on abundant local seafood and time-honored family recipes to continuously elevate and perfect the art
Orange Beach Makos Defeat Satsuma

Orange Beach Makos Defeat Satsuma After Hurricane Delay, Clinch Playoff Berth

By R. Peevy • October 13, 2026
Following a delay caused by hurricane weather, the Orange Beach High School Makos football team returned to Mako Stadium to host Satsuma High School. Head Coach Wade Waldrop's squad overcame the storm-related scheduling disruption
Orange Beach Planning Commission

Orange Beach Planning Commission to Review Zoning Code Updates and New Subdivisions

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 12, 2026
The Orange Beach Planning Commission is preparing to evaluate a series of development proposals, key zoning ordinance updates, and residential subdivision requests.
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Coastal Properties Lead the Market Forward

Recent Storms and Mortgage Rates May Shape Future Coastal Real Estate But Reports Show Strength

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 14, 2026
While emerging economic and environmental headwinds present new considerations for buyers and sellers, the Baldwin County housing market enters this period from a position of exceptional pricing strength
Things to do in Gulf Shores

Things To Do In Fair-Weather Coastal Alabama

By Jessica Taylor • October 13, 2026
From a coastal wildlife refuge to a farmers market rescheduled after last weekend's storm, the Alabama Gulf Coast has a full calendar for the week
Boo at the Zoo Halloween celebration

Celebrate Halloween on the Wild Side at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo's Annual "Boo at the Zoo"

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 11, 2026
As autumn arrives along the Alabama Gulf Coast, local families can look forward to one of the region’s most anticipated seasonal traditions: the annual Boo at the Zoo Halloween celebration. Scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Surf Conditions

Before you enter the water it is always good to know the anticipated surf conditions for the day. Visit this site for today's report.

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Pets On Beach

Pets are not allowed on the beach but there are several areas in the city for them to stretch their legs. Read more about local regulations.

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Public Parking

During the summer months parking at the beach can be hard to find. The city has explained the system on the linked page for tourist and locals.

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