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Gulf Shores Athlete Heads To National Special Olympics

By John Mullen • March 4, 2026
Just about every morning, most days before sunrise, an angel has been spotted in the area of Sims Park in Gulf Shores. One of the people seeing the angel during his morning exercise sessions is Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft.
Teacher Acquires High Cotton Bath Co

Teacher Acquires High Cotton Bath Co. At Wharf

By Gulf Shores News Staff • March 3, 2026
After 22 years of teaching at Foley High School, longtime Baldwin County educator Cortney Robinson has officially acquired High Cotton Bath Co., a well-loved Orange Beach boutique known for its custom bath and body products
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Gulf Shores Weighs $20 Million Airport Expansion Loan

By John Mullen • March 2, 2026
After issuing requests for proposals to secure a $20 million loan for the airport’s terminal expansion, the city will discuss awarding the loan. The winning bid came from Renasant Bank after nine bids were submitted to the city.
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Likes Art On The Wild Side

By Gulf Shores News Staff • March 4, 2026
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo invites the community to an evening of wine, whiskey, and wildlife for a charitable cause. The zoo will host its “Art on the Wild Side Wine & Whiskey Stroll,”
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Orange Beach Council To Review High-Tech Police Tools

By John Mullen • March 3, 2026
Orange Beach police are looking to make several technical advances with upgrades or additions to software systems. Those include GIS, or Geographic Information System and AI applications within the department.
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Wine Tastings, Ballyhooing And A Spelling Bee Are On This Week's To-Do List

By Jessica Taylor • March 2, 2026
March arrives like a refreshing coastal breeze—salty, sun-kissed, and full of potential. Along the shores of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, which means "safe harbor," you'll find exactly that: a sanctuary where migratory birds return
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Alabama Seafood Cook Off

Sweet Grown Alabama Seafood Cook-Off

By Gulf Shores News Staff • March 4, 2026
How great would it be if your favorite Chef won the State's highest culinary honor? Last year's winner, Chef Ben Rosen and Sous Chef Walker Hughes from The Depot in Auburn, put their restaurant in the spotlight. So who will take the trophy and money in 2026?
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Festival of Art Marks More Than 50 Years on Local Event Canvas

By Ken Cooper • March 3, 2026
The Orange Beach Festival of Art is scheduled to return in less than two weeks from today for its 52nd annual event, showcasing a diverse range of visual, literary, performing, musical, and culinary arts along the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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Foley Prepares To Redesign City Hall Campus

By John Mullen • March 2, 2026
Foley is seeking requests for proposals for consulting firms to develop a master plan for the campus. The area for study is east of McKenzie Street, south of Section Avenue, west of Juniper and north of Myrtle Avenue
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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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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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