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53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival Returns to Gulf Shores in October
From sand sculpting to a 5K race, this year's lineup goes well beyond the plate. Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The 53rd Annual National Shrimp Festival is coming to Gulf Shores this fall, and organizers say the four-day event is shaping up to be one of the most community-focused in its history. The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber runs the festival, with support from hundreds of local volunteers. This year's event will feature a food lineup made entirely of domestic seafood, a commitment festival organizers made to better support local suppliers. Admission to the festival grounds is free.
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The ‘Queen of Southern Suspense’ Returns with “Keep Me Like a Secret ”— See the Cover! (Exclusive)
Stacy Willingham’s new novel explores the impact of a long-settled kidnapping case reopening on both the victim and the public
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A grand fall golf getaway awaits
Point Clear, Alabama — Escape to the Alabama Gulf Coast this fall with a golf getaway at Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection. The package includes a guest room and two rounds of golf, giving you the opportunity to experience both championship courses at the historic Lakewood Club.
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When it comes to show biz, Mobile is ‘like a backlot’
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - When a film crew shows up in the Port City to film a major motion picture, it often is the end result of a lot of legwork from a two-employee city office. The Mobile Film Office touted its work Tuesday at a City Council committee meeting.
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Smooth Jazz Evening Under the Stars Thursday Evening
Coastal Arts Center opens October with outdoor music night. Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach is bringing a night of live music to the Gulf Coast this fall. The center will host "A Smooth Jazz Evening Under the Stars," an outdoor concert held under its Bayfront tent. Pianist Gino Rosaria will take the stage with special guest David Jones on trumpet. The event offers a relaxed, scenic setting for music lovers along the Alabama coast.
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53rd annual National Shrimp Festival returning to Gulf Shores
Video above: From the WKRG.com Archives — Large turnout for Shrimp Festival GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — The National Shrimp Festival is returning to Gulf Shores for the 53rd year. The event will feature 50 food vendors, over 100 hours of live music, over 150 arts and crafts booths, as well as two competitions. There […]
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Riley Green bringing ‘That’s Just Me’ tour to Orange Beach with Mobile musicians opening
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Sept. 28, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Country music star Riley Green will be hitting the stage at The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach in June, with a popular Mobile band and another Mobile singer being his openers. According to a venue Facebook post, Green will […]
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Daphne marching band sets record with 98 freshmen: ‘It’s all a big machine’
After months of sweltering summer practices, the Sound of the Eastern Shore finally catches a break from the heat on a late Thursday afternoon. The cooler temperatures, however, don’t buy the band any extra time. From atop a tower overlooking about 250 student musicians at Daphne High School’s Faison...
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Magnolia Springs Volunteer Firefighters Host Seventh Annual Community Festival
Festival set for a Saturday morning under the historic oak trees. Magnolia Springs, Ala. — (OBA) — The Magnolia Springs Volunteer Fire Department is preparing for its biggest community event of the year. The 7th Annual Magnolia Springs Firefighter Festival will be held at 14809 Gates Avenue in Magnolia Springs, Alabama. The festival is free to attend, with free on-site parking. The event brings together families, local vendors, and community supporters for a full day of food, music, and fun.
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Most Pure Heart of Mary 2026 Fall Festival
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Mobile invites you to the upcoming Fall Festival. Founded in 1899, Most Pure Heart of Mary is a historic Mobile parish and played an important role in the founding of the Knights of Peter Claver in 1909 and served as a cornerstone for Black Catholics and civil rights history in Alabama.
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Family looking to save historic home in downtown Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A family in Mobile is trying to figure out how to save a historic home downtown. You’ve probably passed by this piece of history without even knowing it. The faded yellow home on St. Francis Street in downtown Mobile has seen better days, but...
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Biloxi teen musician gains social media following performing in local businesses
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — A 16-year-old Biloxi High School student is gaining attention on social media by walking into local businesses and performing music. One of his videos has reached 50,000 views on TikTok. Cooper Cross, a Biloxi High School junior, said the idea came from his mother. “My...
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Well, Look What Washed Up on This Week’s Calendar!
Ease into fall with mural magic, fresh goods, paddle races and plenty of live tunes. Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The calendar is shifting towards October, and the coast is responding with a lineup that’s anything but sleepy. From waterfront music and creative conversations to breakfast that jives all day, jazz under the stars, fishing, paddling, and a bit of market hopping, there’s plenty to tempt you out the door. Consider this your friendly nudge to put down the to-do list and go enjoy some Alabama Gulf Coast fun—fallish style.
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Rising Tides: Red Clay Strays give a lesson in Southern hospitality
Rising Tides is an opinion column exploring all things Mobile. In the music world, it’s easy to get caught up in big, bright, flashy measures of success: Chart records, celebrity, sold-out arena shows. The Red Clay Strays served up a reminder this past week that you may find the real gold in smaller moments.
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Mobile native returns home for performance at the Soul Kitchen
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile native is returning to her hometown to perform at the Soul Kitchen. According to a Soul Kitchen Facebook post, country singer Hannah McFarland will take the stage on Friday, Nov. 13. McFarland is known for songs like “The Bed I Made,” “Missin’ Me,”...
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MOWA Choctaw Pow Wow returns to Mount Vernon for 45th annual celebration
MOUNT VERNON, Ala. (WKRG) — The 45th annual MOWA Choctaw Pow Wow returns to Mount Vernon this weekend. The celebration is being held at the MOWA Choctaw POW WOW Grounds at 1080 West Red Fox Road, from Oct. 1 to 3. The annual Princess Pageant will be held on Thursday. Gates open for the public […]
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Shake, Shuffle & Roll Pub Crawl
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Get ready to Shake, Shuffle & Roll with the Dancing Queens! The Dancing Queens are hitting downtown Mobile on Saturday, October 3, from 2–6 PM for an afternoon filled with dancing, fun and giving back. The crawl kicks off at The Stables at 2 PM,...
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Mobile Film Office subject of city council committee meeting
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A Mobile City Council Committee will meet Tuesday, September 29, and the subject will be the Mobile Film Office. Here is a post on the subject from District 2 Mobile City Councilwoman Samantha Ingram from her weekly e mail:. Economic, Cultural, & Civic Development Committee Meeting...
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Midday Melodies Returns To Heritage Park In Foley In October
Four Wednesdays of live music near the fountain in Heritage Park. Foley, Ala. — (OBA) — Foley's Heritage Park will come alive with live music this fall as Visit Foley Alabama brings back its popular Midday Melodies concert series. The free outdoor event will be held every Wednesday in October. Concerts will take place near the fountain in Heritage Park, located at 104 N. McKenzie Street. The series is open to the public, and no tickets are required.
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Final Results of the Mobile City Junior Amateur
MOBILE, AL – (September 26-27, 2026) Final results of the Mobile Junior Amateur held at Azalea City Golf Course in Mobile, Alabama, September 26-27, 2026. Championship Links : Final Round Results | Championship Website | Photo Gallery. Peyton Jackson of Huntsville, AL and Murray Walker of Loxley, AL both...