OWA Parks and Resort is seeking approval of a subdivision on 150 acres north of the complex as the beginning of “The Waters at OWA multi-family development,” according to city documents. The 150 acres are north of North OWA Boulevard and west of the Foley Beach Express.

Years after closing an unsafe bridge in the neighborhood north of West Beach Boulevard, the city is moving forward with a plan to repurpose the bridge and the surrounding area. A traffic study years ago deemed the bridge “unnecessary” to traffic flow in the neighborhood

Attorney General Steve Marshall visited was not in town to campaign, he visited to present an select award that few school systems in the State receive. Orange Beach Middle/High School earned a prestigious state school safety award. Only nine out of 1,500 schools in Alabama received this honor.

The Foley City Council recently received the annual audit of city finances by the Warren Averett financial firm. Chris Kiley, senior audit manager with Warren Averett, said the city received the most positive opinion possible following the review.

The Gulf Shores City Council is one step closer to voting on the city's development moratorium. During a council work session Lee Jones, Assistant City Administrator and Community Development Director, provided a comprehensive plan of the moratorium and suspension of development applications.

The largest news publication in the country, USA Today, has nominated COASTAL Orange Beach as one of the "Best Waterfront Restaurants" in the nation. Their millions of readers will now vote which is #1 in the United States.

Alabama Snake Removers is already getting phone calls for snake removals as warmer temperatures arrive. Co-founder Frankie Ferguson said snakes become more active in the spring, looking for food and a mate.

The Baldwin Pops Band will hold its annual John Allen Memorial Scholarship Concert. Performance is free and open to all. The Show will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center. The concert is free and open to all.

If you’ve been searching for a fun reason to step out of the house (or maybe just don something festive and a little silly), this week on the Alabama Gulf Coast has got you covered! With St. Patrick’s Day around the corner

The United States Air Force says on March 12, a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq during Operation Epic Fury, killing all six members on board. Three members of the 117th Air Refueling Wing in Birmingham have died after the refueling aircraft crashed.

The Baldwin County Board of Registrars reminds residents to verify their current voter registration status. This helps ensure that all eligible citizens are prepared to vote in upcoming local and state elections.

Each year there are hundreds of pundits who attempt to rank the best beach in the nation. Rankings are so subjective based on personal feelings and tastes. But when a publication like Southern Living puts out a list people below the Mason-Dixson line give it more attention.

If you've attended a Gulf Shores City Council meeting, you've heard votes on ordinances and resolutions. They sound similar, but they have different purposes. City Clerk Tobi Waters explains the difference in a Government 101 video released by the city.

Coble just released her newest book, “When Justice Comes,” which is set in this area. Readers and fans will have the opportunity to meet Coble, hear about her writing journey, and learn more about her latest work.

Two festivals have been listed on USA Today's 10Best for 2026. The Orange Beach Festival of Art secured first place in the Best Art Festival category. The National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores ranked in Best Specialty Food Festival.

Gulf Shores Police responded quickly after large groups of unaccompanied juveniles and young adults started gathering along the beachfront. Officers moved swiftly to increase their presence and bring in additional resources to manage the growing situation.

St. Patrick’s Day brings a wave of celebrations to Alabama’s Gulf Coast each year. It all started with beloved Bill McGinnes of Papa Rocco's fame. Now restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues across the coast plan special events for locals and visitors.

The Orange Beach Makos Softball is back atop the rankings. MaxPreps, the leading online platform for high school sports coverage, and owned by CBS Sports, moved the team back to a familiar spot. This week they rose to the top in the nation.

The Gulf Shores Public Library has achieved a significant milestone with its Helping Hands community service initiative. The group recently delivered its first baskets of handmade crocheted animals to Gulf Shores Fire Rescue and the Gulf Shores Police Department.