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Posted on: May 19, 2023

2023-24 Hurricane Decals available beginning on May 22

Orange Beach 2023-2024 Hurricane Decals

The Finance Department will begin distributing the new hurricane decals on Monday, May 22nd. Decals can be picked up at the Finance Department at 4151 Orange Beach Blvd. Office hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.  

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Repairs to begin at Perdido Pass fishing park

Perdido Pass Seawall Park construction area

Post-Hurricane Sally repairs to the west side of the Perdido Pass Seawall Park are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 30th - after Memorial Day weekend. 

The west side of the park and parking lot (highlighted in the image) will be fenced off while...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

Fire Recruit School registration open until June 16

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Orange Beach Fire Rescue is now accepting applications for it fall resident program. 

Applications will be accepted through June 16, 2023. This 2-year resident program (minimum commitment of 1 year) will kick off with a 13-week recruit school givi...

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Posted on: May 3, 2023

Full Moon Paddle fundraisers announced for Summer 2023

Full Moon Paddle 2019

The City of Orange Beach is gearing up another fun summer on the water with their popular Full Moon Paddles that are held at the Wind & Water Learning Center at 26267 Canal Road, behind the Orange Beach Public Library.

Three events are planned. &nb...

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Posted on: May 19, 2023

Orange Beach Wildlife Calendar Photo Contest

2024 Wildlife Calendar Photo Contest

The Orange Beach Wildlife Center is holding its annual Wildlife Calendar Photo Contest.  

The contest is open to amateur photographers only, and photographs must be of local/native wildlife. All entries must be in .JPEG format and in their origina...

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Posted on: April 24, 2023

NOAA awards $12.8 million for the Perdido Watershed projects, including islands in Orange Beach

NOAA awards $12.8 million for the Perdido Watershed Initiative, including islands in Orange Beach

The Pensacola & Perdido Bays Estuary Program (PPBEP) announced on Friday, April 21, 2023 that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded $24 million for three projects in the Pensacola and Perdido Bay Watersheds, including ...

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Posted on: May 10, 2023

2023 State of the City

Cover page 2023 State of the City address

On the morning of Friday, May 5, 2023, City Administrator/Finance Director Ford Handley presented the 2023 State of the City during the Coastal Alabama Business Chamber's First Friday Forum at the Erie Meyer Civic Center in Gulf Shores. ...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Project Update: East Canal Road widening and roundabout

East Canal Road widening project and roundabout

The East Canal Road widening RESTORE grant project from Highway 161 to Wilson Boulevard began in September 2022 and continues to progress. 

During the remaining weeks in April, the roundabout work is expected to be complete and the eastbound lane ...

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Orange Beach achieves improved National Flood Insurance Program CRS rating

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The City of Orange Beach has achieved an improved rating within the National Flood Insurance Program that will result in further discounts on flood insurance premiums for property owners.

During the city’s town hall meeting on March 1st, Mayor Tony Kennon ...

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Posted on: February 17, 2023

Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail receives national accolade

Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail Receives National Accolade

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism Press Release

Alabama Beaches’ Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail received national recognition on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 when USA Today’s 10Best announced their Readers’ Choice Award winne...

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Posted on: October 15, 2022

Welcome to Our New Website

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The City of Orange Beach is pleased to announce the launch of a newly redesigned city website. It has an entirely new look and more functionality for residents and visitors alike. The web address remains the same: www.orangebeachal.gov

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Posted on: October 15, 2022

Visitor Information

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We have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Learn more about our area from our partners at Orange Beach & Gulf Shores Tourism.

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Posted on: October 15, 2022

No Wake Zone Maps

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When on the water in Orange Beach, please help keep everyone safe by knowing and abiding by the wake zone rules.

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Posted on: October 15, 2022

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Posted on: September 16, 2022

Board of Trustees OKs project for Auburn University Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station

Logo for Auburn University Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station in Orange Beach

By Austin Phillips | September 16, 2022 | Auburn University

Auburn football isn’t the only thing going orange this weekend, as the Board of Trustees approved a project Friday to build an Auburn University Gulf Coast Engineering Research Station in...

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