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Mobile Baykeepers Suspend SWIM Monitoring

By R. Peevy • April 19, 2026
For almost a decade the Mobile Baykeeper environmental group has been testing popular swimming spots in the bays of Baldwin and Mobile Counties. This past week they announced on their website that the testing would be paused due to "a lack of dedicated project funding."
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New Law Provides Two-Month Suspension of Alabama Grocery Tax

By R. Peevy • April 18, 2026
As the Alabama legislative session comes to an end, Governor Ivey is busy signing new laws. One of the most recent laws provides a two-month suspension of the Alabama tax on groceries.
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City of Gulf Shores Clarifies Golf Cart Driver Rules

By R. Peevy • April 17, 2026
In the past year Gulf Shores residents have experienced new golf cart rules and the expansion of permitted golf cart approved areas of access. In recent days the City Council has clarified who will be allowed to drive those carts on the selected roads.
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Temporary Lane Closure Planned on Busy Orange Beach Road

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 19, 2026
Overnight lane restrictions are planned on a busy stretch of Orange Beach Boulevard as the city works on an underground sewer line. The work will affect drivers heading south on Highway 161 just south of City Hall. Motorists are asked to slow down and exercise extra caution in the area. City officials say the temporary
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Bama Coast Cruisin' Into The Wharf

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 18, 2026
Bama Coast Cruisin' is set to bring the rumble of engines and the gleam of chrome back to The Wharf in Orange Beach as the popular car show returns for another year. The event has become a tradition for auto enthusiasts and families who enjoy walking among classic and custom vehicles along the waterfront.
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National Crawfish Day: Where to Celebrate

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 17, 2026
It is National Crawfish Day, and if you happen to live along — or be visiting — the Alabama Gulf Coast, the timing couldn't be better. Crawfish season is in full swing, the weather is warming, the patios are open, and local restaurants are rolling out all-you-can-eat deals that are difficult to pass up.
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Kenny Chesney Thanks Fans With Show At Flora-Bama

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 19, 2026
LocALs almost feel like Kenny Chesney is a resident and Flora-Bama is his home. This weekend he performed at the famous beachfront honky tonk to celebrate ten years of No Shoes Radio on SiriusXM. Welcome to the Sandbar covered the event and posted the following reap:
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Youth Reach Golf Tournament Scheduled At Kiva Dunes

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 18, 2026
Youth-Reach Gulf Coast is a Christ-centered, long-term residential ministry in Summerdale, Alabama offering young men ages 18–22 a second chance to heal, grow, and thrive — at absolutely no cost to families. The cherished local group holds annual events to support the organization.
Foley Releases Popular Annual Financial Report

Foley Releases Popular Annual Financial Report For 2025 Fiscal Year

By Guy Busby • April 16, 2026
A new user-friendly guide to Foley city finances and other municipal information is available online and in some public offices. The report contains both financial and demographic segments for the City of Foley.
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Before you enter the water it is always good to know the anticipated surf conditions for the day. Visit this site for today's report.

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Pets On Beach

Pets are not allowed on the beach but there are several areas in the city for them to stretch their legs. Read more about local regulations.

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During the summer months parking at the beach can be hard to find. The city has explained the system on the linked page for tourist and locals.

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