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Jesse's On The Bay Featured As Southern Living's Restaurant of the Month

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 11, 2026

For years, Jesse's Restaurant in the charming town of Magnolia Springs has served as a cornerstone of the coastal Alabama dining scene, widely recognized for its historic setting and dedication to high-quality cuisine. Building on the success and traditions established at this original location

Restaurant at Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo Shutters Its Doors

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 10, 2026

The culinary landscape at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo has shifted once again. Safari & Vine, the dining destination located on the zoo grounds in Gulf Shores, has officially closed its doors.

S’mores on the Shore set for August 6 in Gulf Shores

S'mores On The Shore Returns To The Beach

By R. Peevy • July 10, 2026

What has grown into one of the most beloved local events is returning to the beaches of Gulf Shores. Campfires, music, s’mores, and so much more will be the scene as the City of Gulf Shores hosts S’mores on the Shore on Thursday, August 6.

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Blue Marlin Grand Championship Returns to The Wharf

The Blue Marlin Grand Championship Returning to The Wharf

By Ken Cooper • July 10, 2026

The Blue Marlin Grand Championship is back, and the Alabama Gulf Coast is ready. The annual tournament, held at The Wharf Marina, attracts elite sportfishing crews from across the Gulf and beyond. Public weigh-ins are free, making it one of the region's most accessible major fishing events.

Orange Beach Council Must Continue Their Work In Chaotic Times

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 9, 2026

The Orange Beach City Council meeting held on July 7th, 2026, provided a platform for reflection on the community’s evolution and the responsibilities inherent in public service.

Oysters Worth Killing For

By Jennifer Stewart Kornegay | Sweet Grown Alabama • July 8, 2026

Murder Point oyster owner and operator about what draws folks like him and his kin to work the sea as he watches his team wade among the submerged baskets at Murder Point’s oyster farm in Grand Bay.

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Coastal Region News

Interstate 10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway

ALDOT defends I-10 Mobile River Bridge And Tolls

By Erica Thomas • July 11, 2026

As the Alabama Gulf Coast continues to cement its reputation as a premier vacation destination, the proposed expansion of the I-10 bridge and Bayway system stands as a critical investment in the region’s long-term accessibility.

Tanger Outlets Foley Hosts Tax-Free Shopping and Back-To-School Bash, July 18

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 9, 2026

The Alabama The Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on the third Friday in July and ends at midnight on the following Sunday. Tanger Outlets Foley invites shoppers to kick off the start of the school season in style with its Back-to-School Bash and Tax-Free Celebration

Blue Angels Celebrate 80 Years of Low Flying Performance

By Gulf Shores News Staff • July 7, 2026

This summer, the skies over the Gulf of America will host a historic tribute to aviation history and American legacy. The 2026 Pensacola Beach Air Show, returning from July 15 to July 18, 2026, promises to be an extraordinary event, carrying special significance as it marks the 80th anniversary of the U.S. Navy Blue An

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