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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.

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10 Surprising Facts About the Annual National Shrimp Festival

Top 10 Scarcely Known Shrimp Festival Facts

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 4, 2026

Every October, hundreds of thousands of seafood lovers descend upon Gulf Shores, Alabama, for four days of seafood, live music, and coastal arts. While the Annual National Shrimp Festival is now one of the premier

It's National Seafood Month: Locals Celebrate All Year Long

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 3, 2026

October is a big month along coastal Alabama, not just because the weather finally starts to cool off. The Gulf provides some of the most productive fishing waters in the country, and the communities of Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Foley have built much of their identity around what comes from it.

Dolphins Roll and Makos Battle Under Thursday Night Lights

By R. Peevy • October 2, 2026

High school football fans across South Baldwin County witnessed an unconventional Thursday night of football, as both the Gulf Shores High School Dolphins and the Orange Beach High School Makos shifted their games up

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Orange Beach News

Orange Beach Public Works Director Arrested

By Erica Thomas • October 4, 2026

Orange Beach public works director Timothy Tucker was arrested and charged with prostitution as part of a multi-day, multi-agency undercover sting in Escambia County.

Orange Beach Police Breast Cancer Awareness

Orange Beach Police Drive Hope This October

By R. Peevy • October 3, 2026

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the Orange Beach Police Department is showing its support by having officers wear pink and rolling out a pink patrol vehicle throughout the community.

Regional Real Estate Roundup

By Heather Harp • October 2, 2026

South Baldwin real estate is not one big market with one personality. Canal Road in Orange Beach has its own vibe. Gulf Shores Parkway has another. Foley’s Highway 59 /McKenzie stretch is doing something totally different

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Coastal Region News

Lighted Night Market Coming To Perdido Town Centre

Perdido Key Lighted Market Coming To Town Centre

By K. Cooper • October 4, 2026

The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to host a Lighted Night Market at The Villagio, Perdido Town Centre in Perdido Key, Florida. This free, public event brings together local vendors

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Foley Woman's Arrest Linked To Previous Accident

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 3, 2026

A 40-year-old Foley resident has been arrested and charged in connection with a severe two-vehicle collision that occurred in mid-August. On October 2, 2026, officers with the Foley Police Department Traffic Homicide Unit

Revenue Commission Mails Property Tax Bills to County Owners

By Gulf Shores News Staff • October 2, 2026

Baldwin County property owners should watch their mailboxes. The Baldwin County Revenue Commission has mailed property tax notices to property owners across the county. As property values may have gone up in recent years, property owners should note that their tax bills may have increased as well.

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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!

Best Seafood Restaurants

Need some great seafood? See where the locals go. Vote for the best

Best Beachfront Restaurant

Top 10 Restaurants on the Beach

Best Bars

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Best Burgers

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Best Dolphin Cruise

Top 10 Dolphin Cruises

Best Coffee Shops

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Best Breakfast

Top 10 Breakfast Places. Vote for your favorite.

Best Fried Chicken

Who has the best fried chicken in the area? See the rankings and VOTE!