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Wawa opening in Fairhope this week
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Wawa is opening its first store in Alabama on Thursday, April 25, in Fairhope with doors opening at 8am and a 10am ribbon cutting ceremony that celebrates associates, customers and community. The segment should give viewers an overview of Wawa’s history, fresh food and beverage offer and commitment to the community.
Police: Asphalt had to be replaced at Fairhope Pier due to vandalism
FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WALA) - A section of asphalt at the Fairhope Municipal Pier had to be replaced after efforts failed to clean off vulgar words and images that had been spray painted by a vandal, city officials said. Attempts to remove the graffiti using detergent and a power washer were...
Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival set for early May at OWA Parks & Resort
FOLEY, Ala. -- The Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival will take sail at OWA Parks & Resort for the 4th year in a row. The festival will take place on May 2-4, showcasing over 50-plus balloons from across the nation. In addition to the expansive amenities of OWA --...
2X Monster Trucks Live Tour coming to Baldwin County in May
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The 2X Monster Trucks Live Tour — a tour featuring some of the most recognized and popular trucks — is returning to the Baldwin County Fairgrounds Arena for two shows. According to a press release, the event scheduled for May 4 marks the Robertsdale debut of monster truck legend and […]
Hungry for something new? New eateries spring up in Gulf Shores, Foley
New eateries always get their communities buzzing. Two recently opened restaurants should get their respective cities humming. Nonna’s Pizza has opened at 1209 Gulf Shores Parkway in Gulf Shores, near King Neptune’s Seafood Restaurant. The new pizza restaurant features New York style pizza and sandwiches. The restaurant building was formerly occupied by the Drunken Shrimp.
Shrimping in Mobile Bay with Meteorologist Grant Skinner
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Shrimping is a hobby for some and a job for others, especially here on the Gulf Coast. That is why I wanted to head out to Mobile Bay with Yano Serra of Speck Tackle Lure to learn all there is to know about shrimping. Follow along on my journey! We started […]
Gulf Shores gears up for last year of NCAA Beach Volleyball championship
Next month, Gulf Shores will host—for the last time—the NCAA Beach Volleyball National Championship tournament that it has hosted for more than a decade. “It has been a distinct honor to play a major role in growing the sport of beach volleyball by creating a dynamic and downright fun championship alongside the NCAA,” Michelle Russ, vice president of sales, sports and events for Gulf Shores | Orange Beach Sports & Events, said in a news release. “We highly encourage locals to come out and support this championship to experience this energetic event first-hand – all on the beach.”
Group looking to expand Meals on Wheels in Foley and beyond
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — Members of a faith-based charity in Baldwin County are trying to expand their program to bring meals to senior citizens. They’re asking more people to be a part of Ecumenical Ministries in central Baldwin County, Meals on Wheels ships dozens of meals to seniors and homebound people every weekday–but they need […]
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