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Gulf Shores City Council Proposes Targeted Tax Rebates

Council Proposes Targeted Tax Rebates to Drive Walking District Development

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 7, 2026

The Gulf Shores City Council is evaluating a new economic development strategy designed to spur investment in the city’s “walking districts.” During a recent meeting, Blake Phelps from the Economic Development and Public Affairs department presented an outline for incentive programs aimed specifically at the Waterway V

Gulf Shores Council Considers Tax Rebates For Beach Walking District Revenue

Gulf Shores Council Considers Investment Incentives For Beach Walking District

By John Mullen • July 6, 2026

After several years of infrastructure projects near the city’s beachfront in surrounding neighborhoods – parking, sidewalks, streetscape, and drainage – Gulf Shores will now focus on a new direction. The city is planning a new tax incentive program to support business development in the area.

Hidden Gem: Why The Sloop Galley and Spirits is a Must-Visit in Gulf Shores

By R. Peevy • July 5, 2026

In a town full of bustling tourist attractions, sometimes the best experiences are the ones tucked away from the main thoroughfare. The Sloop Galley and Spirits, recently highlighted in an Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association news release, is exactly that kind of place.

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Orange Beach News

Orange Beach Moves Forward With New Fire Training

Orange Beach To Move Forward With New Fire Training Facility

By John Mullen • July 7, 2026

Orange Beach is looking to move to the next phase of its new fire training facility located at the city hall complex behind Fire Station No. 1. Underway already are buildings in the first part of the construction of a new facility that will help with day-to-day operations as well as training.

Things To Do After 250 Celebrations

By Jessica Taylor • July 6, 2026

After 250 celebrations you might think this would be a slow week. The fun along the coast has only just begun. Whether you’re visiting for a few days, soaking up summer as a local, or simply looking for something new to do after work, this week’s lineup offers a little bit of everything.

Allegiant Airline From Gulf Shores to Nashville

Why Locals are Trading the Drive for the Skies to Nashville

By R. Peevy • July 5, 2026

Living in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, we are fortunate to call Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast home. However, as any resident knows, summer brings more than just beach weather—it brings heavy traffic and stifling humidity. For years, the only way to swap the coastal grind for a city escape was a grueling 7-hour drive.

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Coastal Region News

Blue Angels Celebrate 80 Years of Low Flying Performance

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 7, 2026

This summer, the skies over the Gulf of America will host a historic tribute to aviation history and American legacy. The 2026 Pensacola Beach Air Show, returning from July 15 to July 18, 2026, promises to be an extraordinary event, carrying special significance as it marks the 80th anniversary of the U.S. Navy Blue An

A Much Maligned Pothole Causes Road Closure In Foley

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 6, 2026

After weeks on drivers turning into one of the most maligned potholes in the area's history, the City of Foley has closed the access road between Tom Thumb and Whataburger temporarily.

Jennifer Claire Moore Rodeo: Where Every Ride Makes a Difference

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 5, 2026

Few events make such an impact on the kids of Baldwin County as the Jennifer Claire Moore Annual Rodeo. The rodeo is more than just a sporting competition; it is a labor of love that honors the memory of Jennifer Claire Moore, a Foley High School student remembered by her family as a vibrant "firecracker" who cherished

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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

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Best Beachfront Restaurant

Top 10 Restaurants on the Beach

Best Bars

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Best Burgers

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Best Dolphin Cruise

Top 10 Dolphin Cruises

Best Coffee Shops

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Best Breakfast

Top 10 Breakfast Places. Vote for your favorite.

Best Fried Chicken

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