Baldwin County officials report progress on safety upgrades at a busy intersection in Foley. Road crews have completed improvements along County Road 26, also known as West Michigan Avenue. The focus has now shifted to widening South Hickory Street and adding new turn lanes to reduce congestion.

Beginning February 1st you will need a "Real ID" to fly within the United States on an airline. If you go to the airport without one you will be charged a mandatory $45 "identity verification fee."

Dollar General is set to pay $15,000,000 to end a class action lawsuit alleging the retailer regularly charged consumers different prices for products at checkout than the prices advertised on its shelf labels across Dollar General stores nationwide.

Sunliner Diner in Orange Beach plans to welcome car lovers and families for a special afternoon event with the local group Chaotic Cruiserz. The gathering will combine classic cars with the restaurant’s 1950s theme

LuLu’s has announced the addition of Karl Langley as its new Talent Booking Manager, a move that promises to boost the restaurant’s already lively music scene. Langley will oversee booking live entertainment for both the Gulf Shores and Destin locations.

Make-A-Wish Alabama has launched a new campaign designed to turn Alabama roadways into moving symbols of hope. The nonprofit organization is encouraging drivers to support children with critical illnesses through a specialty license plate program.

MaxPreps, which specializes in comprehensive coverage of high school sports across the United States, has named the top girls softball team from all 50 states. The sports out has predicted that the Orange Beach Makos will return to the championship.

During the month of February local communities will be celebrating Arbor Day events. The south Baldwin towns are proud of the commitment to the trees and the ambiance they bring to local life. Alabama’s Arbor Day is the last full week of February.

Orange Beach residents will soon have the chance to safely dispose of unwanted materials during the city’s upcoming Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day. The event will help community members dispose of common household items that can be dangerous if thrown into regular trash.

While snow is currently not in the Alabama coastal forecast, frigid and freezing temperatures are expected to start Friday evening. The National Weather Service in Mobile has declared an "Extreme Cold Watch" and does not forecast a low temp above 32° until Monday.

Foley officials say work will start soon on a major improvement project along Miflin Road east of Alabama Hwy 59, a busy commercial stretch in the city. The project will add turn lanes, curbs, and other features meant to make the road safer and easier to travel.

The popularity of e-bikes and electric scooters has exploded in the past year. This creates special challenges for tourist communities. Many of the riders may be visiting the area and choose to rent the device having little or no experience with a powered bike.

The cities of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley all provide a shopping experience unique to each community. Their registered trademarked items can only be found in their stores or official city locations.

The Wharf is once again investing in the future of Baldwin County’s students through its annual scholarship program. The coastal entertainment and shopping destination announced that applications are now open for its sixth annual $10,000 scholarship.

Allegiant Airlines has been servicing the Gulf Shores community for a short period of time but city leaders seemed to have chosen the ultimate transportation to paradise. In the Wall Street Journal's annual list of top U.S. airlines Allegiant placed second overall

This week’s calendar is packed with toe-tapping music, hilarious comedy shows, hands-on art classes, delicious food festivals, and brunches that could steal the spotlight. From performances that blend opera and comedy

More than a decade ago the City of Orange Beach bought the Event Center located at The Wharf. The Center hosts over 100 events annually. Now the city seeks to sell the event center to The Wharf and build a new community civic center on Canal Road, across from the public library.

One of the problems of having sugar white sands and emerald green waters is the growth of the community as new people and businesses relocate. The word got out about Gulf Shores decades ago but the infrastructure for city government has struggled to keep pace.

Construction on the City of Gulf Shores’ pedestrian bridge is progressing as planned, with crews reaching several visible milestones. City officials report steady progress on roadway work, bridge construction, and elevator towers.