Gulf Shores Doubles Its Year-Round Lifeguard Force to 12
Gulf Shores has doubled its year-round lifeguard staff from six to 12, spending about $400,000 annually, as officials report fewer rescues and no drownings.
Boat Strike Suspected in Manatee Death Near Orange Beach
A 1,200-pound manatee died from a boat strike near Orange Beach, and a second was injured in the same mating herd, prompting DISL to renew calls for boater awareness.
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Gulf Coast Train Blows Past Ridership Goals
Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Gulf Coast train drew 150,000 riders in its first year — nearly four times the projection — as officials weigh a permanent Mobile station.
State Health Officer Reopens Portions of Mobile Bay to Oyster Harvesting
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris has reopened portions of Mobile Bay, including Cedar Point, Portersville Bay, Heron Bay and Dauphin Island Bay, to oyster harvesting after a temporary closure.
Mobile Fire-Rescue Honors Firefighter of the Month, Launches Smoke Alarm Blitz in Willow Brook Run
Mobile Fire-Rescue Department recognized Mack Weaver as May Firefighter of the Month and launched a quarterly smoke alarm blitz in the Willow Brook Run community, part of a busy recent…
Gulf Shores Opens Applications for New Citizens Academy, Deadline Aug. 31
Gulf Shores is accepting applications through Aug. 31 for Gulf Shores 101, a new seven-week citizens academy beginning Sept. 15 that gives residents and business owners an inside look at…
Mystics of Pleasure to Host 26th Annual $10,000 Drawdown in Orange Beach
Orange Beach's Mystics of Pleasure Mardi Gras krewe will host its 26th Annual $10,000 Drawdown on Aug. 28 at the Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf, featuring dinner, live…
Heat Advisory Wednesday as Gulf Coast Heat Index Values Stay in Dangerous Range
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for Gulf Coast areas with a Heat Advisory elsewhere, as heat index values near 107 degrees persist into Wednesday before slight relief arrives…
Foley Honors Alabama Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship With Keys to the City
The Foley City Council presented Alabama Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship with a proclamation and the keys to the city, and approved a $10,000 donation to a marine sciences scholarship established…
Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market Draws Shoppers Every Saturday in Foley
The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market in Foley runs every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods and artisan crafts.