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Alabama Extends Red Snapper Season For 2026

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 23, 2026

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced changes to the 2026 red snapper season that will allow more consistent access for anglers. The update applies to both Alabama state waters and federal waters for certain fishermen.

Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival Rises With New Drone Show And Live Music

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 22, 2026

The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival is set to return to OWA Parks & Resort, promising to fill the Foley skies with vibrant color. This annual event is a growing festival that combines the spectacle of hot-air balloons with live music and family-friendly activities, providing entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Island Special Olympics Taking Place At Orange Beach Schools

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 21, 2026

The Fourth Annual Island Schools Special Olympics is scheduled to take place at the Orange Beach Middle and High School campus. The event will be held at the new Mako Stadium and Athletic Complex. Organizers say it will bring together students, families, educators, and volunteers. The event focuses on inclusion and on

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Orange Beach Performing Arts Brings Seussical Jr To Stage

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 23, 2026

Get ready to journey into the world of Dr. Seuss! The Orange Beach Middle High School Theatre program is bringing Seussical Jr., the Musical to life at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center, featuring the energy and talent of its middle- and high-school performers.

C.A.K.E Day Teaches Business Values To Local Students

By John Mullen • April 22, 2026

Local kids will take to the streets again, selling their wares at homemade stands at various locations around Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and south Baldwin County. Several are planning stands at The Wharf.

Orange Beach Council To Discuss Security Cameras And More Margaritaville Housing

By John Mullen • April 21, 2026

Surveillance and security will be the topic at the upcoming Orange Beach City Council meeting. The city is considering installing cameras at the facility under construction, as well as providing access to another new asset at the Sportsplex.

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Coastal Region News

Baldwin Sheriffs Solve Decades Old Cold Case

By Erica Thomas • April 23, 2026

Over 30 years after skeletal remains were found on State Highway 225, the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office identified the person. The remains of James Carol Jackson, of Texas, were found in 1994 by a person walking in the woods.

High Rent Creates Hardship For Seasonal Employees

By R. Peevy • April 22, 2026

The tourist season is about to start along the Alabama coastal towns and businesses are hiring. Each year this creates a frantic search for rental properties for staff housing. With such demand, rental rates have risen to new heights. The seasonal employees or driving further inland for properties and reasonable rental

Three Baldwin Towns Make Southern Living's "50 Best Beach Towns"

By R. Peevy • April 21, 2026

Southern Living has long been the bible for below the Mason-Dixon line for culture. It a recent article they named the South's "50 Best Beach Towns". Baldwin County had three tows make the list and all were in the top 10.

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"BEST OF" Gallery

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