Sea turtles are a treasured part of the local beach community. The Alabama beaches are shared with the endangered species and residents inform visitors to stay aware while in the turtle's environment.

Gulf Shores is set to welcome world-renowned marine artist Wyland for a special visit this week. Beyond simply arriving in town, the artist is launching an exclusive partnership with Surf Style to debut a custom-designed aquatic mural at the corner of Highway 59 and Beach Boulevard.

Foley looks to begin the journey to a new senior center as it considers hiring a firm for the construction design, engineering, and inspection at an upcoming council meeting. The city is looking for plans to be developed from June to December, with the goal of receiving bids in early 2027 and opening the new center in

It’ll be somewhat of a procedural start to the biweekly meeting of the Orange Beach City Council that could end in the appointment of a new council member. In the upcoming regular session, councilors will have two resolutions to consider, one to declare Jerry Johnson’s seat vacant and a second resolution to appoint

Gulf Shores is seeking a grant to help the city celebrate the America250 Alabama Initiative. The state money would be for “community programming and historical engagement” to help celebrate the Declaration of Independence’s 1776 enactment.

Orange Beach initially gained a reputation as a fishing village, long before the high rise accommodations. Now it is the home to some of the most valuable fishing tournaments in the nation. Large vessels and elite teams will converge on the Wharf docks.

This election season has already experienced courts, district confusion and extreme ads. Now the runoff is here and your vote matters. Election officials emphasize that participating in these summer races is an important opportunity to make your voice heard at every stage of the election cycle.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is testing a sustainable pilot project for aquaculture in the nearshore waters off Fort Morgan, focusing on integrated methods designed for small-form operations. This initiative aims to establish a viable protein source while minimizing the environmental footprint typical of large-scale

The cities have spent tens of millions dredging sand onto local beaches; sargassum does it for free. While some beach goers have negative connotations about the seaweed washing ashore, it is one of nature's methods to restore sand and life along the coast.

For 100 years, Krupinski Farm has been a cornerstone of Foley, Alabama, growing not just crops, but a legacy that bridges generations. Founded in 1926 when the Krupinski patriarch moved from Nebraska to Baldwin County, the family-operated farm has remained a fixture of the community for four generations.

While living on the Gulf Coast provides beautiful sunsets and aquatic scenery, it also means you have a hurricane season. The category 3 and higher storms don't make landfall in Alabama often, but it does happen. How you prepare make a big difference in your happiness and confidence.

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach High Schools both have new state-of-the-art theaters for performances and educational events. These new performing art centers are proving to be useful for the community as a whole.

The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is growing its animal family with the arrival of two Zebu, a type of domestic cattle recognized for their historical significance and distinctive appearance. These hardy animals, scientifically classified as Bos taurus indicus, are known for their remarkable heat tolerance, loose skin, and ic

A patriotic event for runners and walkers has opened their registration site. The Flora-Bama is preparing to celebrate America in a big way. The famous landmark on the Florida-Alabama state line is hosting its 6th Annual Freedom Run on Independence Day.

Independence Day on Alabama’s Gulf Coast is set to be historic this year, as communities gear up for a special celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the United States. Residents and visitors alike can look forward to a vibrant, multi-day lineup of festivities in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Foley, featuring fi

With double red flags signaling danger in the waters off Alabama's coast, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Gulf Shores Beach Rescue and Orange Beach Surf Rescue are teaming up to keep beachgoers safe.

In the nation less than one percent of high schools offer a full aviation academy. In the State of Alabama there are four, but only one offers a full Aviation Academy that allows students to learn aerospace engineering, flight mechanics, and even build their own FAA-approved airplane.

The Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) received an oyster spat delivery on Tuesday to help with Auburn University's Restoration Oyster Program. The group will oversee 65 oyster gardens in Little Lagoon.

The encyclopedia for the south, Southern Living, ranked their TOP 50 beach towns in the south. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach were ranked as one entity, but tourist do that as well. So how do our local communities rank against Florida and over beach towns in the South?