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FAA Data Shows New Younger And Female Pilots In Training

By R. Peevy • April 13, 2026

As the Gulf Shores airport has grown in traffic so has the desire of young people to become licensed pilots. Gulf Shores now has a high school aviation program, the airport has a established flight school and the area has a national airline with more than a dozen direct flights. Gulf Shores has truly soared

Gulf Shores Baseball Now 11-1 over Last 12 Games

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 12, 2026

With major playoff implications on the line the Gulf Shores Dolphin Baseball Team have been on a roll. Most recently they took down the Baldwin County Tigers. They were the clear victors by a 13-0 margin over the Tigers.

Alabama's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary To Open: How To Become A Patient

By R. Peevy • April 11, 2026

Alabama patients have waited nearly five years for medical cannabis dispensaries to open, with legal delays, licensing disputes, and regulatory changes pushing the initial expected launch. Now, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission is preparing for the first dispensary to open its doors.

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Orange Beach News

Orange Beach Planning Commission To Review Housing Development At Margaritaville

By John Mullen • April 13, 2026

Work on the next phase of the coming Margaritaville resort will include changes in the planned unit development to accommodate a housing development. A first phase featuring a condo complex and bungalows is already under construction.

Orange Beach Police Increase Presence For Remainder of Spring Break

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 12, 2026

The Orange Beach Police Department is preparing for an influx of visitors as Spring Break begins for students in Baldwin and Mobile Counties. The department said it appreciates those choosing to spend their vacation in the city. Police also said safety will remain a top priority during the busy travel period.

Orange Beach City Schools Elementary Principal

Orange Beach Elementary Selects New Principal

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 11, 2026

Orange Beach City Schools recently announced that Cendy Hart is the new principal of Orange Beach Elementary School. She has served as the assistant principal at the school since 2016 and will officially assume her new leadership duties on July 1, 2026.

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Coastal Region News

Things To Do During LOCAL Spring Break Week

By Jessica Taylor • April 13, 2026

Get ready for an exciting new week along the stunning Alabama Gulf Coast! There's a fantastic mix of events, experiences, and local gems waiting for you. Indulge in delicious breakfasts, embark on thrilling offshore adventures, and enjoy lively entertainment and community festivities in Gulf Shores, Foley, Orange Beach

The Ten Commandments Bill Passes In Alabama Legislature's Final Day

By Gulf Shores News Staff • April 10, 2026

On the final day of the 2026 legislative session, Alabama’s House of Representatives passed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be hung in certain public school classrooms. The bill, SB99, will now go to Governor Ivey's desk to be signed into law.

Alabama Passes "Beau’s Law" To Protect Tethered Outdoor Dogs

By R. Peevy • April 9, 2026

A state bill protecting outdoor dogs passed the legislature Wednesday afternoon. Senate Bill 361, also known as "Beau's Law", passed the Alabama House with overwhelming yeas and just a few nays. The votes came after a lengthy discussion in the House on the bill, which lays out requirements for tethering dogs.

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