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City council rejects food store zoning change

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Mobile City Council denied a proposed zoning change that would have allowed a store in a residential neighborhood off Old Shell Road. Food Pak International Foods has to move from its current location nearby. The business wanted to build in an area zoned residential suburban. The proposal would have changed the property’s zoning to neighborhood business suburban.

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Fairhope Single Tax Corporation to ‘flip the switch’ at Lighting of the Trees celebration

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 12, 2026 FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — The City of Fairhope will honor Fairhope Single Tax Corporation by bestowing the honor of “flipping the switch” to the organization during the annual Lighting of the Trees celebration. According to a news release, each year, the City chooses […]

Fairhope, AL · 15h

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Local nonprofits are helping to restore tree canopy after Hurricane Isaias

After Hurricane Isaias slammed the Panhandle last month, it took countless trees in the area. Two local nonprofits are working to assess and help restore the tree canopy. Mary Gutierrez, executive director of Earth Ethics, launched the Panhandle Tree Replacement Project shortly after Isaias. “A lot of friends were talking...

Okaloosa County, FL · 2d

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‘Transformational project’ on the order of Airbus plant eyed for Mobile waterfront, mayor says

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The City Council on Tuesday took a small step toward creating a special taxing district to support what Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis called a “transformational project” on the city’s waterfront. The council voted to authorize the mayor to draft a plan spelling out the...

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Baldwin County Commission Swears In New Members and Elects Leadership

Harris was named chair, and Underwood was named vice chair for the first year. Baldwin County, Ala. — (OBA) — The Baldwin County Commission began a new leadership term on Wednesday with a swearing-in ceremony attended by family members, elected officials, county employees, and community leaders. Three newly elected commissioners took the oath of office. Commissioner Billie Jo Underwood also began a new term after winning re-election. Following the ceremony, the commission held its Organizational Meeting and completed several actions to launch the new term.

Baldwin County, AL · 1d

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Carnivorous Plants Surround The Boardwalk At This Wonderfully Strange Alabama Bog

There’s a bog in Foley, Alabama where the plants have decided that photosynthesis alone simply isn’t going to cut it, and honestly, good for them. The Weeks Bay Pitcher Plant Bog and Kurt G. Wintermeyer Nature Trail is the kind of place that makes you genuinely reconsider everything you thought you knew about what Alabama has to offer.

Foley, AL · 1d

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Gulf Coast Game-Day Guide For Orange Beach And Gulf Shores

Gulf Coast Game-Day Guide For Orange Beach And Gulf Shores. Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — When football season arrives on Alabama's Gulf Coast, the fun extends far beyond the stadium. From waterfront seafood shacks to lively beachfront bars, Orange Beach and Gulf Shores are packed with great spots to gather with friends and family, catch every play on a big screen, and enjoy the food and drinks that make game day feel like a celebration. Whether you arrive by boat or cruise in by car, these local favorites have everything you need for a winning afternoon.

Orange Beach, AL · 2d

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JMU Falls to No. 5 South Alabama in Overtime

FOLEY, Ala. – James Madison women's soccer fell to No. 5 South Alabama in overtime, 2-1, in the Sun Belt Women's Soccer Championship Semifinals at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex on Wednesday night. After the first 90 minutes of play ended at 1-1, the Dukes (10-6-3, 8-2-2 SBC) conceded...

Harrisonburg, VA · 2d

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Childers Must Hand Over Hofberger, PNJ Texts

Escambia County Clerk Pam Childers must produce her text messages with County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger and the Pensacola News Journal to the attorney for the nonprofits suing her for payment on community grants awarded by the Board of County Commissioners. At Tuesday’s hearing, Judge William Stone issued an oral ruling...

Escambia County, FL · 2d

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Modernizing Home Occupations in Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores, Ala. — (OBA) — The City of Gulf Shores has officially updated its home occupation regulations with the passage of Ordinance 2231, bringing much-needed flexibility to remote workers and home-based entrepreneurs. Designed to adapt to changing workplace dynamics, the amended zoning text lifts previous constraints to better support multi-professional households while maintaining the residential character of local neighborhoods.

Gulf Shores, AL · 2d

WKRG News 5

Fairhope film festival kicks off Thursday: what to know

FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) – Independent filmmakers from around the world are bringing their work to the Eastern Shore, with the Fairhope Film Festival kicking off Thursday. Filmmakers and movie lovers are coming together for the 14th annual Fairhope Film Festival, with independent productions from around the world taking center stage. Over the next four days, […]

Fairhope, AL · 21h

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Orange Beach school superintendent announces retirement

Orange Beach City School Superintendent Randy Wilkes is stepping down. He announced his retirement Thursday afternoon at the regular school board meeting.

Orange Beach, AL · 19h

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Bayfront boardwalk plan sparks eminent domain dispute in Daphne

A Daphne property owner says the city is overreaching by using eminent domain to claim part of her family’s waterfront land. The city wants a public path through the property for a boardwalk. Meilyn Marino says the move threatens her privacy, access to the bay and the land’s value.

Daphne, AL · 1d

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Christmas Nights in Lights 2026

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Located at Dauphin Way Baptist Church for the 2026 season, come enjoy an immersive experience without leaving the comfort of your vehicle. Cruise through this dazzling display of over 1 million lights synchronized to your holiday favorites right on your car radio. Buy tickets online or...

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PREP RECAP: Catholic flag football advances with win over Mobile Christian; ACA, St. James hoops earn wins

The strategy for Mobile Christian was evident early as the Leopards dropped into coverage and refused to rush Catholic quarterback Hayden Fitts. Other teams have tried to pressure Fitts, only to have the senior quarterback take off on a scramble or draw in the defense before throwing to a teammate. Mobile Christian, in Tuesday’s second-round playoff matchup, elected to drop into coverage and keep spies on Fitts whenever she started to scramble.

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Amendment 3 Hands Escambia a $38 Million Hole, Cuts Will Be Painful

The Commission Couldn’t Agree on $1 Million for FY 2026-27. Voters approved the property tax cut. Now five commissioners—who spent the summer fighting over interns, office furniture and a $5,000 veterans grant—have to find cuts nearly 40 times larger than anything they could agree on in September.

Escambia County, FL · 3d

OBA

Coastal Christmas Market Returns to Orange Beach Event Center This Month

The free market features over 30 vendors offering handmade and artisan goods. Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Coastal Alabama Business Chamber is bringing the Coastal Christmas Market back to Orange Beach this month. The annual event draws shoppers seeking handmade crafts, fine art, retail goods, and one-of-a-kind gifts. Admission to the market is free for all attendees. The event is open to all ages and aims to support local businesses throughout the region.

Orange Beach, AL · 1d

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Holiday Shoppers Stock Up On Fudge And Candy At These 6 Old-Fashioned Alabama Sweet Shops

Holiday shopping in Alabama gets a lot sweeter when the gift list includes a box of homemade fudge. Across the state, old-fashioned candy shops still make their own chocolates, pralines, toffee, and truffles, and December is when their counters get extra busy. This list covers six of them, from a...

Alabama · 2d

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2nd annual community Thanksgiving turkey giveaway

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - WAT Decor & Design, in partnership with Greater Deliverance Church of God, is preparing to spread Thanksgiving kindness through the 2nd Annual Community Turkey Giveaway. Organized by WAT Decor & Design, the event will take place Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., or until supplies run out, at Greater Deliverance Church of God in Eight Mile, Alabama. Families in need are invited to receive a turkey and fresh produce while supplies last.