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1 week ago | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper |Nathan Strout
Drivers in Baldwin County can now use a major traffic route that has been closed for months. The intersection of Baldwin County 12 and Alabama 59 in Foley is open again to vehicles. Traffic is flowing smoothly with temporary road striping in place. The Alabama Department of Transportation continues work on intersection improvements. The intersection closure began in February 2025 as part of a state highway enhancement project.
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1 month ago | 
gulfshoresnews.com | John Mullen |Ken Cooper
On this Memorial Day we should remember that one of our most famous and beautiful beaches is names for a young soldier who lost his life in combat. Many pass by the beach daily and know the name but they may not know the story. The truth behind the beach naming is amazing and inspiring. After enlisting in the Army at only 15 years old, Private Johnson died in combat two years later at age 17.
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Feb 17, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | John Mullen |Ken Cooper
As another week unfolds along the Gulf Coast, locals and visitors alike can look forward to a diverse lineup of events and activities that capture the spirit of our coastal community. From classic movie nights under the stars and soulful musical performances to hands-on art workshops and family-friendly festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a guide to all the exciting things happening this week along the Alabama Gulf Coast.
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Feb 12, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Erica Thomas |Ken Cooper
When it comes to buying things, there can often be a gap between what a product is actually worth - and the value people believe it holds. And that perceived value can often make us splurge on something that we hope will make others believe we have an elevated social status. Take, for example, a simple leather handbag; you could buy one from CHANEL, or one from Target®.
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Feb 10, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Jessica Taylor |John Mullen |Ken Cooper
Each year the Super Bowl is one of the most watched programs in the US. But how many people focus on the now famous ads? It has become a tradition for businesses to launch their campaign for the year by investing millions on a Super Bowl ad. Here are a few of the best for the 2025 Super Bowl commercial recap. Doritos 'Abduction' Each year Doritos asks their followers to develop their own ad. The winning creator stands to earn $1 million and a trip to New Orleans to watch the big game.
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Feb 4, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper |Erica Thomas
This may seem like an obvious answer but there is actually no penalty if you lie to police about the matter. A new law would attach penalties of up to $6,000 fine and/or a year in jail if you do not inform police officials of a concealed weapon when asked. In 2022 the State of Alabama passed a law making it legal to conceal and carry a weapon on you person or vehicle, over opposition from the Alabama Sheriffs Association.
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper
The National Weather Service in Mobile has issued a forecast indicating a significant drop in temperatures, with freezing conditions expected to impact the Orange Beach area beginning early Sunday morning with freezing weather in the forecast through Tuesday night/Wednesday morning. The forecast, last updated on Saturday, January 18, at 7:00 AM CST, provides a detailed outlook for the coming days, highlighting the potential for wintry weather.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper
The cities of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Foley have announced their schedules for the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20, 2025. The cities will close non-essential offices, adjust certain public services, and provide updates on events and operations to ensure residents and visitors are informed of changes. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visited Mobile, Alabama, on January 1, 1959, delivering a speech at the International Longshoreman's Association Hall.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper
As the Gulf Coast gears up for the 2025 Mardi Gras season, the communities of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Foley are finalizing preparations for parades and festivities spanning multiple days. Featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and family-friendly events, the region's celebrations have started and culminate on Fat Tuesday, March 4, drawing locals and visitors alike into the streets to enjoy this annual cultural tradition.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
gulfshoresnews.com | Ken Cooper
The City of Gulf Shores, Alabama, has received an additional $2 million in funding from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) to finalize the Laguna Cove Little Lagoon Natural Resource Protection Project. The new funding raises the total investment in the initiative to $6.4 million, all provided through the Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) process stemming from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
