Orange Beach Alabama News

Surfers Loving Tropical Storm Ida

Several surfers catching big waves kicked up by Tropical Storm Ida in Orange Beach. more »

Nov/9/09 6:21 PM

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Swine Flu Shots Announced For AL Schools

Swine flu shots to be available at schools at the end of November. more »

Nov/9/09 2:48 PM

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City of Orange Beach Responds to Ida

City officials are recommending a voluntary evacuation of all persons living in all low-lying areas of Orange Beach including mobile homes and campgrounds. more »

Nov/9/09 11:30 AM

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Gov. Riley Declares State of Emergency

Governor Bob Riley on Monday declared an official state of emergency in Alabama due to the imminent threat posed by Tropical Storm Ida.. more »

Nov/9/09 11:23 AM

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Shelters Opening for Ida Landfall

List of open shelters in our area. more »

Nov/9/09 10:21 AM

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By Steven Norris

Tropical Storm Ida Closings

Click here for all of the latest information regarding closures caused by Tropical Storm Ida. Updated 6:05 a.m.. more »

Nov/8/09 6:40 PM

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Still Waiting For Your Tax Refund?

The Internal Revenue Service is trying to deliver $1.85 million to Alabamians that it can't locate. more »

Nov/8/09 1:20 PM

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Orange Beach Fishermen Protest

Dozens of boats crowded Perdido Pass waters to send a message to fishing regulators. more »

Nov/7/09 11:22 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by Caring: I feel that the laws on deep sea fishing has gotten totally ridiculous. Anyone that owns a boat large enough to take out in the gulf or has been… 4 Responses »

Preview: Fishing Protest

Dozens of commercial and recreational fishermen protest regulations by the National Marine Fisheries. more »

Nov/7/09 3:03 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by Rusty: I think if they are going shorten the season and limit change like they habve there should be a one year restriction on the comerical and lnngliners. That… view »

BARC’s Howl-O-Ween

It’s a dress-up day for dogs and their owners to raise money for the Baldwin Animal Rescue Center. more »

Oct/31/09 10:09 PM

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By Chad Petri

Flushing The Toilet Could Cost More In Orange Beach

Orange Beach City Council considering raising monthly sewer bills to help offset projected 1.5 million dollar budget shortfall and avoid more layoffs. more »

Oct/15/09 5:32 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Comment by freedomtofascismcom: Maybe those who live in OB should consider using the lawn of the city council members, as I am sure they would make fine latrines, ask my cat. view »

School Lengthening Too Pricey for AL Schools

Education officials facing budgets with million dollar shortfalls say they simply can't afford the President's suggestion of lengthening school days. more »

Oct/4/09 2:46 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by mob1: Obama knows the states can not afford this, he is not stupid. By pushing this on the schools will in turn cause the schools to come back to the Federal… 4 Responses »

Firefighters “Hanging Around”

Firefighters from across Baldwin County participate in high-rise rescue training more »

Oct/2/09 4:27 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Baldwin County Fair Fun!

61st annual Baldwin County Fair underway this week...offering daily specials and discounts to families on a budget more »

Sep/30/09 3:58 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Comment by KxVicious: What are the hours? 1 Responses »

Battleship Admission and Wings For FREE!

Explore the USS Alabama and the chance to eat free wings for a year! more »

Sep/25/09 5:43 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Comment by ickthus: Are you kidding me? Every kid needs to go. Don’t let the P.E.T.A. clowns scare you from going to see the circus. Go and be scared by real clowns!!! The… 1 Responses »

Trying To Forget Hurricane Ivan

Gulf Coast rebuilds, moves on...five years after Hurricane Ivan more »

Sep/15/09 3:56 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Alabama’s Children Insurance Program Expanding

Because of funds raised in the federal tobacco tax, publicly funded health insurance for Alabama children will expand to many middle-class families. more »

Sep/13/09 12:57 PM

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Big Marlin For Big Game Tournament

A big blue marlin was a highlight of the Mobile Big Game Fishing Club’s Labor Day tournament. more »

Sep/6/09 8:48 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by sheltiedad: Thanks for your response and letting us know that the fish was put to good use. I do support he Billfish Foundation and encourage others to check… 2 Responses »

Team Spirit Equals Free Chicken!

Meet the veggie tales and eat mor' chickin for FREE FRIDAY!! more »

Sep/4/09 3:19 PM

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By Emily Forrester, Rose Ann Haven

What Smells Like French Fries?

City workers in Orange Beach say new eco-program converting used cooking oil and grease into bio-fuel smells like their favorite fast-food restaurant more »

Sep/3/09 4:52 PM

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