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Restoring The Gulf's Fragile Coral Habitats

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

Surf, Sand, and Seven-Slot Grilles: The Ultimate Jeep Celebration At The Ultimate Location

By R. Peevy • July 23, 2026

Drive around the south, especially near the coast, and you will notice a special group of drivers who enjoy taking off their tops, some who greet you with a special waves and others who even have funny little ducks across their dash. For the Jeep enthusiast, the spirit of adventure is never confined to a paved road.

Gulf Shores Police Detain Several Individuals After Lemon Tree Lane Armed Robbery

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 22, 2026

Officers responded to a report of an armed robbery on Wednesday morning in a residential area. The call came in at approximately 10:56 AM. The reported incident occurred in the 5500 block of Lemon Tree Lane. Investigators were called to the scene as officers moved quickly to locate those involved.

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Orange Beach Schools Celebrate The New Season With Makos On Main

By K. Cooper • July 23, 2026

Orange Beach City Schools invites students, staff, and the community to celebrate the start of the school year at the annual Makos on Main Parade. The event will be held at The Wharf in Orange Beach and is free and open to the public.

Tropical Storm Bertha Skirts The Gulf Coast

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 21, 2026

Tropical Storm Bertha, the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, has strengthened as it moves through the northeastern Gulf of Mexico.

A boating accident on the Intracoastal Waterway near The Wharf

One Dead, Several Injured In Orange Beach Boat Crash

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 20, 2026

A two-vessel boat crash in the Intracoastal Waterway near the Wharf in Orange Beach resulted in the death of one woman and multiple injuries this past weekend. In total, nine people have been treated for injuries from the accident.

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Coastal Region News

Foley Main Street Launches “Friends of Downtown Foley” Program

“Friends of Downtown Foley” Program to Bring Art, Music, and Magic to the Downtown

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 24, 2026

Foley Main Street has officially invited the community to play a direct role in the future of the city’s historic heart with the launch of its new "Friends of Downtown Foley" program. This initiative is designed to turn the growing momentum of the downtown district.

Orange Beach Police Help Senior Boat Owner

Police Help Senior Boat Owner After Tropical Storm

By K. Cooper • July 23, 2026

An Orange Beach resident, Maria Hawkins, found more than she expected while checking their property Wednesday morning after Tropical Storm Bertha. A boat had washed up near their dock overnight. Hawkins spotted it after waking up and stepping outside to survey the damage. What followed was an unexpected visit from Oran

Local Waters Remain Closed Due To Rip Currents From Bertha

By R. Peevy • July 22, 2026

As Tropical Storm Bertha moves through the Gulf of Mexico, officials in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have taken the necessary step of closing area beaches to swimming. The storm is forecasted to bring heavy rain and strong wind gusts to the region, and authorities are prioritizing public safety by issuing double red

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