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Name: Gulf Shores News
Address: Gulf Shores, AL
Telephone: (000) 000-0000

Providing news for Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and the Alabama coastal region 365 days a year.

Gulf Shores News

Sand In My Boots Music Lineup Announced: LOCALS Early Access

By Gulf Shores News Staff • November 2, 2026

Morgan Wallen and AEG Presents have unveiled the official artist lineup for the return of Sand In My Boots, a three-day music festival and beach vacation taking place May 21–23, 2027, on the beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Community Invited to Sponsor Trees for Inaugural Gulf Shores Christmas Tree Tinsel Trail

By Gulf Shores News Staff • November 2, 2026

Now that Halloween is over, attention across the community is officially turning to the Christmas season. Gulf Shores, widely known for its parks amongst other natural walkways, is adding a new holiday display to Sims Park with the Gulf Shores Junior City Council’s inaugural Christmas Tree Tinsel Trail.

Lulu Gribbin is a shark attack SURVIVOR!

How Shark Attack Survivor Lulu Gribbin Is Excelling Through Golf and Advocacy

By Gulf Shores News Staff • November 1, 2026

Lulu Gribbin from Mountain Brook, Alabama, survived a life-threatening shark attack while looking for sand dollars in waist-deep water off Florida's Gulf Coast.

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Orange Beach News

Orange Beach Honors Retiring Coastal Arts Center Director

By K. Cooper • November 2, 2026

The Coastal Arts Center in Orange Beach recently honored Director Desiree Hodge's retirement with a community celebration, bringing together friends, family, co-workers, and city officials.

Orange Beach Makos Cap Regular Season with Dominant 50–14 Victory

By R. Peevy • October 31, 2026

The Orange Beach High School Makos closed out their regular season on a high note, putting on a commanding performance against the Holtville Bulldogs.

The Clock Change, Legal Hurdles, and the History of Daylight Saving Time

By R. Peevy • October 29, 2026

Alabamians will turn their clocks back one hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 1, as Daylight Saving Time (DST) officially comes to an end. The transition returns the state to Central Standard Time, yielding an extra hour of sleep overnight alongside earlier sunrises and earlier evening sunsets.

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Coastal Region News

Things To Do Along The Coast: Boots, Beach Walks, Gumbo & Good Times

By Jessica Taylor • November 2, 2026

November is wasting no time giving us reasons to get out and about. From kicking up our boots and exploring the shoreline to cruising the coast, catching local theater, hearing talented songwriters, and sampling some seriously good gumbo, there’s enough excitement to go around.

Watching The SS United States Sinking Could Get Expensive If You Don't Follow The Rules

By Gulf Shores News Staff • November 1, 2026

The historic ocean liner SS United States, famed for breaking the transatlantic speed record on its 1952 maiden voyage, is being prepared for deployment as the world's largest artificial reef off the Gulf Coast.

The Dates Are Set And Travel Can Be Booked For Sand In My Boots

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 31, 2026

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend on the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama! Organizers have officially announced the return of Morgan Wallen’s Sand In My Boots Festival, scheduled for May

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"BEST OF" Gallery

Want to see who has been voted the BEST of the area? Visit these sites and see the ranking. You can also vote and share with others. VOTE for the Best of Gulf Shores!

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Best Dolphin Cruise

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