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Things To Do In Gulf Shores
By Jessica Taylor July 27, 2026
Whether you’re a local hunting for something fresh or a visitor eager to make the most of your beach holiday, you’ve come to the right place. This week’s lineup is full of adventures that make the Alabama Gulf Coast
BJ’s Wholesale Club
By R. Peevy July 27, 2026
Foley is set to welcome a major addition to its retail landscape in the fall of 2026 as BJ’s Wholesale Club prepares to open its doors. The new facility, located on a 14-acre site along the South Juniper Street Extension
Gulf Coast Chamber's Island Spirit Award
By Gulf Shores News Staff July 27, 2026
The Gulf Coast Chamber's Island Spirit Award committee, presented by Bluewater Exteriors, has announced Rocio Miranda-Garcia of De Soto's Seafood Kitchen as the recipient of the June 2026 Island Spirit Award. This prestigious honor is part of the chamber's ongoing tradition of recognizing non-management workers
Gulf Shores Police credit Flock camera
By Erica Thomas July 26, 2026
The Gulf Shores Police Department said evidence gathered from Flock Safety cameras helped track down eight suspects in an armed robbery. The incident occurred this past week.
Elevated bacteria levels
By Gulf Shores News Staff July 26, 2026
For residents and visitors enjoying the coastal waters of lower Baldwin County, staying informed about water quality is an essential part of a safe trip to the beach or bay. Local health departments and environmental organizations consistently monitor popular swimming spots to ensure the public is aware of conditions
Foley Public Library will officially open
By R. Peevy July 25, 2026
The City of Foley announced that the new Foley Public Library will officially open to the public on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Located at 230 East Orange Avenue, this new 40,000-square-foot facility replaces the city’s 1984 library building and represents a significant investment
twice as many greater amberjack as federal fisheries managers have estimated
By Outdoor Alabama July 25, 2026
A new multi-year scientific study has found that the Gulf of America holds roughly twice as many greater amberjack as federal fisheries managers have estimated. The research, which used the same methods developed for the landmark
Flora-Bama Co-Owner Pat McClellan Remembered
By Ken Cooper July 25, 2026
Pat McClellan, co-owner of the Flora-Bama and one of the Gulf Coast's most recognizable names, passed away peacefully in his sleep Wednesday evening. McClellan came to the Gulf Coast after a decorated career in the U.S. Navy and the hospitality industry.
restoring gulf reefs in gulf of mexico
By NOAA | Gulf Shores News Staff July 24, 2026
The Gulf of Mexico is an ecosystem defined by its resilience, having endured one of the most significant man-made environmental disasters in history: the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Beginning on April 20, 2010, this catastrophic event released nearly 4.9 million barrels of oil into the Gulf
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