lance steffek: Big Plans for Little Lagoon Pass in Gulf Shores!
- 12/20/11 02:57 AM
Little Lagoon Pass is a connector between Gulf Shores and Little Lagoon. It is a popular public fishing spot, but keeping it passable is quite a task because it is constantly filling with sand.
So the state has plans to build a new bridge—a bigger bridge to the tune of 12-14 million dollars. This new bridge will hopefully assist in the never-ending dredging task that at this point is the only way to keep a free flow through the pass.
A division engineer from the Alabama Department of Transportation, Vince Calametti stated, “The new bridge will be … (0 comments)
lance steffek: Orange Beach – Keeping It Clean!
- 12/13/11 06:48 AM
Orange Beach and the surrounding areas are beautiful places that not only attract people who want to vacation but also make fabulous full-time residences. However, when there are dilapidated and rundown properties springing up all over, it can be quite a deterrent for all of the above. So Orange Beach decided to clean it up.
When Mayor Tony Kennon took office back in 2008, he noticed more than just a few properties that were real eyesores for the Orange Beach community. He made clear his intention to see that these properties and others like them were cleaned up. Kennon has … (0 comments)
Residents in the Gulf Shores and surrounding areas, and even those just visiting, you are going to want to mark your calendars! With the holidays sneaking right up on us, be sure to make time to celebrate and enjoy the season. The Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 26th Annual Nautical Night of Lights parade of lighted boats. It is a wonderful way to spend time with the family and really get into the holiday spirit. The Nautical Night of Lights will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 5:30pm. It will end at approximately … (4 comments)
The Orange Beach foreclosure market is still wide open for business. There are opportunities to invest in right now, just waiting for the right buyer to come and swoop up the bargain. Now is the time—you have a fabulous chance to end up with a magnificent home in a wonderful neighborhood for far less than what it’s actually worth. When purchasing a foreclosure, it is important to be sure you know what you are getting into regarding repairs and/or improvements to the home. Are there major repairs needed—costing $500 or more—or just minor fixes? And if there are … (1 comments)
lance steffek: Orange Beach Provides Wild Dolphins At Play!
- 11/08/11 06:28 AM
How fun it would be to go out and seek wild dolphins and watch them at play! Orange Beach is the place, and the Alabama Dolphin Tour by Dolphins Down Under will be your guide. This is a fabulous opportunity to witness dolphins and other sea creatures interact in their natural environment.
The Alabama Dolphin Tour by Dolphins Down Under is a spectacular excursion! It’s an exciting voyage for children and adults alike, and so fun that you will not even realize the education being absorbed from the expedition. The Glass-Bottom Catamarans are very stable and are fitted with four … (2 comments)
lance steffek: Remember and Celebrate Baldwin County, AL
- 11/05/11 03:19 PM
Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, while wonders in and of themselves, are surrounded by many fascinating areas and events as well. You could experience some great quality time with the family—and learn a little history—by going to Heritage Harbor Days right in the center of the historical downtown Foley, AL. This is a way for people of today to remember their ancestry and celebrate it so it can continue to be passed through the generations.
Heritage Harbor Days is a two-day festival, celebrating the historical aspects of Foley, AL and Baldwin County. There are activities and events for all ages, … (2 comments)
lance steffek: One of a Kind - Gulf Shores Hangout Music Fest
- 04/27/11 12:33 PM
Three days of favorite bands performing on the white sand beach with beautiful ocean waves and salty breezes. It's Hangout Music Fest at Gulf Shores! The only festival of its kind will take place again this year from May 20-22. Attendees can soak up the sunshine, sip their favorite beverage and hear the array of tunes floating by while relaxing on a beach blanket. The three-day lineup will include so many eclectic, favorite bands that it is best to check the full schedule at the Hangout website. This year there will also be a Thursday pre-fest party with more music and fun … (2 comments)
lance steffek: WOW - New Fantastic Deals at the Elegant Turquoise Place
- 04/16/11 03:24 PM
An elegant condominium, fantastic views of the Gulf, outdoor lazy river, and white sand beaches stretching for miles - all at a $200,000 discount! Three-bedroom units at luxurious Turquoise Place in Orange Beach originally listed for $1.2 million. Prices have been reduced to $925,000 and there's even more to cheer about. GOOD NEWSFLASH . . .BP inducements have allowed developer Larry Wireman to discount luxurious condominiums on the 13th floor and below to an unheard of $725,000 asking price! Units above the 13th floor are being offered for the incredible price of $775,000. Even the luxurious 4-bedroom corner units are discounted to $1.3 million … (0 comments)
lance steffek: Elberta German Sausage Festival - March 26
- 03/25/11 10:17 AM
Bring a hearty appetite and get ready to enjoy some of the best German sausage and sauerkraut on the Gulf! The Elberta German Sausage Festival has been held every year since 1978 and draws over 30,000 people who consume about 7,000 pounds of delicious sausage. As stated on the Sausagefest website, "Although the recipe has changed somewhat over the years, the original secret recipe for Elberta's famous sausage is credited to Alfred Stucki who managed Elberta's Locker Plant from 1953 until his death."Other tasty food selections will include German style stuffed cabbage, goulash, potato salad, red beans & rice, hamburgers, hot … (0 comments)
lance steffek: Bama Bayou – Will it Finally Happen?
- 03/15/10 02:19 PM
Hotels, shopping, dining, water rides, shark tanks and a swim-with-the-dolphins attraction… All of this surely sounds like great fun, and even better it’s located in Gulf Shores, well, maybe… Finally, it looks 144-acre Bama Bayou entertainment complex may get to see the day of its completion. The Bama Bayou entertainment complex is represented by Sam McKerall a Gulf Shores lawyer who has said he is trying to assemble a new group of investors to complete the project. The goal would be to open the doors during next year’s Spring break. The project was originally begun eight years ago when Orange Beach requested … (0 comments)
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Little Lagoon Pass is a connector between Gulf Shores and Little Lagoon. It is a popular public fishing spot, but keeping it passable is quite a task because it is constantly filling with sand. 
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