Riding the Wave of Perfection As Gulf Shores Dolphins Finish Undefeated

Gulf Shores, AL. — (GSN) — The Gulf Shores High School Dolphins wrapped up a historic football season in dominant fashion, completing an undefeated regular season. The regular-season finale at Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium ("The Mick") was a memorable Senior Night celebration for the football team. Honoring their senior leaders before kickoff, the Dolphins delivered a statement performance with a commanding victory over Bayside Academy. Gulf Shores seized control early, executing seamlessly across all phases of the game to seal the perfect regular season.

‘Never put a child in a box’: 17-year-old earns doctorate as mom earns her degree

FOLEY, Ala. (WALA) - Alena McQuarter is 17 years old and already has a doctorate. Her mother crossed the same stage the same day. Alena and her mother, Daphne McQuarter, graduated side by side Oct. 23 at Columbia Southern University’s commencement, held at the Foley Event Center in Foley, Alabama. They were among more than 1,300 graduates, a class that included students who traveled together from Vietnam, soldiers and a firefighter. Alena received a Doctor of Education degree. Daphne earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

Orange Beach Makos Cap Regular Season with Dominant 50–14 Victory

Orange Beach, AL. — (GSN) — The Orange Beach High School Makos closed out their regular season on a high note, putting on a commanding performance against the Holtville Bulldogs. Demonstrating firepower on both sides of the ball, Orange Beach seized control early and never looked back, storming away to a decisive 50–14 victory.

Cart Dr. Cheer Squad of the Week 10: Baldwin County High School Tigers

BAY MINETTE, Ala. (WKRG) — This week’s Cart Dr. Cheer Squad of the Week is the Baldwin County High School Tigers, led by Head Coach Rebecca Harris and Assistant Coach Ayden Scarborough. The program includes 10 JV and 23 Varsity cheerleaders. JV is led by Captain Paisley White and Co-Captain Alayah Palmer, while Varsity is […]

Baldwin Prep student develops 3D-printed prosthetic hand designed for smartphone control

Most high school seniors are thinking about graduation and what comes next, but one Baldwin County student is already putting his engineering skills to work on an invention he hopes could one day change lives. Carlos Alejo Flores, a senior at Baldwin Preparatory Academy, has developed a 3D-printed prosthetic hand...

Covenant Academy of Mobile holds ribbon cutting for future high school

Covenant Academy of Mobile held a ribbon cutting Wednesday for its first high school campus.

Expert analysis of Gulf Coast high school football action, Week 11: 5th Quarter Extra

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Week 11 of the 2026 High School Football season has officially concluded. WKRG’s Josh Jackson, Gabriella Genereux and Patrick Walsh give their expert analysis of all the big-time games, highlights and moments from the 11th week of play. Check out all of News 5’s...

Zaxby’s Player of the Week: Fairhope defensive star Gus Faulkner

FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — Fairhope High School defensive standout Gus Faulkner is making his presence felt on the football field, and his latest performance has earned him our Zaxby’s Player of the Week honors! Faulkner delivered a dominant performance against Daphne, recording two interceptions, 11 tackles and a pass breakup to help lead the Pirates […]

Spanish Fort wins 5A volleyball championship

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 29, 2026 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WKRG) — After beating Jasper 3 sets to 1, the Spanish Fort Toros are state champions once again! Spanish Fort captured its third consecutive Alabama High School Athletic Association volleyball state championship, defeating Jasper High School three sets to one to […]

Raising the standard: Briarwood falls short in finals against McGill-Toolen

BIRMINGHAM – The Briarwood Christian Lions made their grand return to the state’s biggest stage on Wednesday, Oct. 28 as they faced the bright lights of Bill Harris Arena and the Class Double AA state championship as well as the most dominant powerhouse in Alabama, the McGill-Toolen Catholic Dirty Dozen.

Momentum for the Playoffs – Tonight’s theme for the AHSAA Game of the Week

MONTGOMERY – (October 29, 2026) There are many thought processes on preparing a team in Week Ten of the AHSAA season. Many teams have completed their seasons, having played in Week Zero with no break in order to have one this week before the playoffs. Others want a mid-season stoppage to get their breath and heal some injuries for the stretch run. Regardless of the philosophy, the difficult navigation now can be how teams handle the final game when it isn’t a region contest. That is what the lay of the land is for the AHSAA Game of the Week between Saraland and Auburn. Two strong playoff contenders having to compete for pride and the mojo of winning heading into next week’s first round. Saraland’s head coach, Jeff Kelly offered this explanation, “Ending the season with a game like this is exciting for the players. As a coach, you want to come out healthy for the playoffs. That's what is most important. Auburn will provide a great test and prepare us for the challenges that will come starting next week.”

Golden Apple winner is ‘Kindergarten Queen’

Our Golden Apple Award-winning teacher is Mrs. Kristal Bush from Holloway Elementary School.

Gulf Shores Celebrates Student Excellence Across Athletics and Technology

Gulf Shores, AL. — (GSN) — At the recent Gulf Shores City Council meeting, local leaders highlighted the extraordinary achievements of Gulf Shores High School students, demonstrating excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Leading the athletic triumphs is the undefeated Dolphins football team. Boasting an...

WLOX Top Ten High School Football Poll: Week 10

Tobias and Comer Coaches Corner: Mark Hudspeth, Gulf Shores

Every week on the Tobias & Comer Coaches’ Corner, Mark, Lee and Michael will talk to a local area high school coach to get the scoop on what’s going on with their team, how our local schools are faring on their respective pushes to bring Blue Maps back to the Gulf Coast, and everything in between.

Big Friday Kickoff Podcast: Week 11, Playoff previews for private schools, 1A, 2A, Philip Rivers news

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Playoffs are right around the corner and most first round matchups are set. Part one of our playoff preview looks at the matchups in Region 1 for the private school divisions, 1A, and 2A. We also highlight some of the interesting non-region games in Week 11...

How to apply for Alabama’s 4 specialty public high schools for 2026-2027

Students from all 67 counties can now apply to Alabama’s four specialty public high schools for the 2027-2028 school year. The state funds the tuition-free schools, which have residential components, so families can apply no matter where they live. Each school runs its own admissions process and offers its...

Escambia County football clinches playoff berth with 21-20 win over Opp

Escambia County held on late and defeated Opp 21-20 Friday night in a critical Class 3A, Region 1 battle in Atmore. The Blue Devils and Bobcats were notched 14-all at halftime during the contest. ECHS took a 21-14 lead at the end of the third quarter, and Opp missed a point after attempt in the fourth quarter.

High school football scores: Week 10

Video above: Week 10 High School Football highlights part 1 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Be sure to check out the scores from the biggest games in Mobile County, Baldwin County and the Pensacola area from week 10 of the high school football season. Here are the games that have gone final. Friday night scores: Video […]

Expert analysis of Gulf Coast high school football action, Week 10: 5th Quarter Extra

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Week 10 of the 2026 High School Football season has officially concluded. WKRG’s Josh Jackson, Gabriella Genereux and Patrick Walsh give their expert analysis of all the big-time games, highlights and moments from the tenth week of play. Check out all of News 5’s...