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This Iconic Alabama Eatery Has Been Serving Up Coastal Comfort For Decades
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when you combine fresh seafood, waterfront views, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that makes you forget you have responsibilities waiting for you back home. The Original Oyster House Boardwalk in Gulf Shores, Alabama, has mastered this particular brand of sorcery,...
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Beloved Alabama pizza joint to go on ‘hiatus,’ with promise to return
A beloved Alabama pizza restaurant is going away for the second time, but with a message to fans that it might return for a third act. The news was shared on social media in recent days by the proprietors of Mobile-based Pizzeria Delphina, regularly ranked on the short list of best pizza places in the Port City.
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Barry Woodward Wins on the Alabama River
March 7, 2026, Alabama River – Barry Woodward from Mobile, AL, claimed victory at the American Fishing Tour Division 24 tournament held at Cooters Pond Park near Prattville, AL on March 7. The event, part of the American Fishing Tour, attracted top anglers from the area, all competing for cash and important divisional and national points.
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Beloved Elberta Sausage Festival Returns In March
The Elberta German Sausage Festival is returning to Baldwin County, showcasing its signature flavors and community spirit. Presented by Brown Helicopter, the event is one of Elberta’s most beloved local traditions, attracting thousands of visitors for a day of food, fun, and fellowship. Admission is free, and the celebration provides entertainment for all ages.
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Fairhope downtown to host Arts and Crafts Festival
FAIRHOPE, Ala. — Festival-goers will gather for the annual Arts and Crafts Festival in downtown Fairhope Friday, March. 20-22, from 10 A.M to 5 P.M. This free event features fine art, jewelry, photography, pottery, textiles, wood crafts and more. The festival supports local artists, while bringing the community together....
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Storm cancels day two of Ballyhoo Fest, but NOT the music!
Saturday was bright and sunny, with a gentle breeze coming off the gulf. It was a perfect first day for the Ballyhoo Arts and Culture Festival in Gulf Shores. But overnight, the weather forced a change of plans. Sunday morning, artists who had welcomed customers to their booths Saturday, were...
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11th Annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off
Calling all chefs! It’s time to submit your best seafood + local product recipe to enter the 11th annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off! Four chef teams will compete for the trophy, a chance to represent Alabama at the Great American Seafood Cook-Off and a $2,500 cash prize on Monday, May 18 at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama.
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Disney’s Frozen the Musical in Orange Beach
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - EXPECT EXCELLENCE THEATRE Presents Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical. For the first time in forever, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.
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This Alabama Waterfront Restaurant Serves The Best Seafood In The South
Bold claims require bold evidence, and The Tin Top Restaurant & Oyster Bar in Bon Secour, Alabama, has the receipts. This waterfront gem isn’t just serving good seafood or even great seafood – it’s serving the kind of seafood that makes you question every other coastal meal you’ve ever had.
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The Nostalgic Alabama Diner That’s Frozen In The 1950s
If you’ve ever wished you could hop in a DeLorean and visit the 1950s without dealing with the whole space-time continuum thing, I have excellent news. Dan’s Diner in Summerdale, Alabama is basically a time machine that runs on burgers and milkshakes instead of plutonium. Let’s be honest,...
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University of South Alabama opens new $13 million marching band complex
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Members of the University of South Alabama Marching Band are eager to make music at their new on-campus facility. The university cut the ribbon on its brand-new Geri and Gordon Moulton Jaguar Marching Band Complex on Friday morning. “I was amazed at how incredible and like state of the art all […]
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All-day adoptable dog parade hits Mobile Animal Shelter March 11
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department Training Division and City of Mobile Animal Services have partnered for a Community Day on March 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. This all-day event will showcase 100 adoptable dogs (and 50 puppies) being walked by 27 Mobile Fire-Rescue Department firefighter recruits and training staff.
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All-day adoptable dog parade hits Mobile Animal Shelter March 11
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department Training Division and City of Mobile Animal Services have partnered for a Community Day on March 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. This all-day event will showcase 100 adoptable dogs (and 50 puppies) being walked by 27 Mobile Fire-Rescue Department firefighter recruits and training staff.
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A Gulf Coast staple for 50 years, this no-frills buffet is like eating in grandma’s kitchen
A curtain of fog fell over Ocean Springs, Mississippi, on a February afternoon, draping over live oaks, railroads, telephone poles and roadside advertisements. Yet, one sign — butterscotch-yellow, accompanied by a shabby metal chicken — stood out along Bienville Boulevard. The sign is planted next to a one-story...
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Parlor Doughnuts debuts spring & savory menu
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - From a humble doughnut shop in downtown Evansville, Indiana to a nationwide sensation, Parlor Doughnuts has captured hearts across the country — and they’re so excited to be part of that growth right here in Alabama. Parlor Doughnuts is known for their famous layered...