ORANGE BEACH, Ala. — When the LuLu hits bottom, some of the first divers to hit the water right behind her will be from the Orange Beach Fire Department’s Dive Team.
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SECOND OF A SERIES: Divers will hit the water soon after the LuLu hits bottom – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: News
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013Attractions Off-the-Beach this Memorial Day – WKRG News 5
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013Looking for something else to do this holiday weekend? Why not take a walk on the wild side at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. “We’re a zoo of a different color because we are small and we’re able to do a lot of the things the larger zoos aren’t able to do,” says director Patti Hall.
via Attractions Off-the-Beach this Memorial Day – WKRG News 5.
Best burgers on the beach: Thick Conecuh bacon makes Baumhower’s burger ‘Da Boss’ | al.com
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Alabama — Size matters in football and in burgers, so it only makes sense that former Alabama and NFL defensive lineman Bob Baumhower’s restaurant would create a lineup of burgers that can satisfy even the biggest appetites at the table.
via Best burgers on the beach: Thick Conecuh bacon makes Baumhower’s burger ‘Da Boss’ | al.com.
Gulf Coast Ballet and Triple Threat Studio receives a new owner | al.com
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Alabama — Gulf Coast Ballet will present “Sleeping Beauty” as its spring performance and the last one directed by Kathleen Tucker.
Organizers say that the 123-year-old classical ballet was rewritten to be appropriate for young dancers.
via Gulf Coast Ballet and Triple Threat Studio receives a new owner | al.com.
Elberta Farmer’s Market opens on Saturday | al.com
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013ELBERTA, Alabama – The organizers of the Elberta Farmer’s Market are pleased to announce the opening of the market for the spring season.
South Baldwin Education Foundation awards more than $140,000 in scholarships (photos) | al.com
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013The South Baldwin Education Foundation recently awarded more approximately $145,000 in scholarships to 150 graduating seniors and undergraduates.
via South Baldwin Education Foundation awards more than $140,000 in scholarships (photos) | al.com.
FIRST OF A SERIES: Reef chairman will have to wait to dive on the LuLu – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: News
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Ala. – Vince Lucido can’t wait to dive on the LuLu after it settles on the Gulf floor 17 miles south of Perdido Pass on Sunday afternoon.
But he’ll just have to. Until Monday anyway.
PHOTOS: Wind and Water Learning Center ribbon cutting – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: Gallery
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Ala, – The Wind and Water Learning Center on Wolf Bay was officially opened on Tuesday with a reception from 1-5 p.m. and a ribbon cutting at 2 p.m. Summer classes for children’s sail camp will begin on Monday, June 3. (JOHN MULLEN/Islander Photos))
via Wind and Water Learning Center ribbon cutting – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: Gallery.
The Color Run 5k heads to Orange Beach Saturday | al.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Alabama — The Color Run, called the “Happiest 5k on the planet,” is coming to The Wharf in Orange Beach this Saturday.
via The Color Run 5k heads to Orange Beach Saturday | al.com.
Share the Beach volunteers find first sea turtle nest of 2013 west of Gulf Shores | al.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013The first sea turtle nest of the season was discovered early Monday morning by volunteers walking a stretch of private Alabama beach west of Gulf Shores.
via Share the Beach volunteers find first sea turtle nest of 2013 west of Gulf Shores | al.com.
Gulf Shores police identify 12 people charged in counterfeiting bust at Hangout Fest | al.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013GULF SHORES, Alabama — Police revealed Tuesday that a dozen people were involved in the counterfeiting and drug bust Thursday that started with three people trying to use about $900 in fake $20 bills to purchase tickets to the Hangout Music Festival.
via Gulf Shores police identify 12 people charged in counterfeiting bust at Hangout Fest | al.com.
Restaurant Chain Growth Report 5/21/13 | RestaurantNews.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013Gulf Shores, AL-based SHRIMP BASKET (founded 1993) has increased by 4 units for the Shrimp Basket concept, from 14 to 18 (29% concept growth). The company also operates Mikee’s Seafood (1) and The Steamer Baked Oyster Bar (1).
via Restaurant Chain Growth Report 5/21/13 | RestaurantNews.com.
Laurie Myer went from dairy farmer to Perdido School’s Teacher of the Year | al.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013PERDIDO, Alabama –- Laurie and Norman Myer moved to Alabama in 1986 with their four children, a dog and cat, and a dream.
via Laurie Myer went from dairy farmer to Perdido School’s Teacher of the Year | al.com.
Agri-Tourism Growing In Popularity – WKRG News 5
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013Local farmers- many who have struggled through droughts, recessions, rising fuel prices and government restrictions- are opening up their farms to the public.
Several farms in South Baldwin County offer educational tours, demonstrations and hands-on adventures.
Fighting Back: Camp Horizon Helps Troubled Youth | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WPMI) The juvenile system is packed with kids who have committed some type of crime. In Baldwin County, commissioners want to see that number decrease significantly. So, as an alternative to a juvenile detention center some kids are going to a wilderness camp
Baldwin Co. EMA Ready in Event of Severe Weather | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013ROBERTSDALE, Ala. (WPMI) Alabama needs to brace for tornadoes as much hurricanes. Baldwin County Emergency Management has a plan in place in case a tornado like in Oklahoma happened here.
EMA Director Mitchell Sims said that in EMA circles, it is said that when the Waffle House and the Walmart reopen… “that’s when a community is on the road to recovery,” Sims said.
Miss Kay says, “Squirrel brains make you smart.” – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: The Baldwin Times
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013PERDIDO – Nobody said learning has to be serious all the time.
While state testing is serious business (it affects a district’s standing and accreditation level), a little levity can result in relaxed students who do better on the standardized tests.
via Miss Kay says, “Squirrel brains make you smart.” – GulfCoastNewsToday.com: The Baldwin Times.
Illegal immigrants accused of sex abuse | Fox10tv.com
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) – For the second time in as many weeks, several illegal immigrants were arrested and charged on allegations of sexual abuse.
Search Crews Looking for Missing Autistic Boy in Orange Beach – WKRG News 5
Sunday, May 19th, 2013ORANGE BEACH, Alabama - Dozens of people are out searching for a missing 8-year-old autistic boy. Owen Black was last seen Friday afternoon on Perdido Key Drive in the vicinity of the Needle Rush condos.
Deputies say the boy was wearing a red and blue striped shirt and brown sweat pants. He has short blondish brown hair, brown eyes and is small for his age (4 ft, 45 lbs) .
via Search Crews Looking for Missing Autistic Boy in Orange Beach – WKRG News 5.
Bald Eagle Bash, a Party for Preservation | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com
Sunday, May 19th, 2013FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WPMI) Not everybody’s at the Hangout Festival, they’re enjoying some good food at the Bald Eagle Bash.
via Bald Eagle Bash, a Party for Preservation | Mobile AL, Pensacola FL News, Weather, Sports | WPMI-TV | Local15TV.com.
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