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Hey Orange Beach, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Jelly Roll’s Little ASS Shed Tour, crosswalk murals slowing traffic, and Ballyhoo Festival of Fine Arts & Culture + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Orange Beach protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Next phase moves forward: Baldwin County landed $2 million to continue widening County Road 64 in Belforest, with utility work set to start by summer on the stretch between Fish River and Highway 181 — get all the project details.
Waterfront concert coming soon: Jelly Roll brings the Little ASS Shed Tour to The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach on June 2 with guest Kashus Culpepper. Tickets are on sale now — get all the details.
Art meets safer streets: In Downtown Foley, artist Ragan Windsor turned crosswalks into colorful murals to help slow traffic, a project funded by $20,000 from Main Street Alabama, with an alley makeover planned next — see what’s planned next.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Pasta night upgrade: Craving a satisfying twirl? At The Wharf, Villaggio Grille does Italian fusion with rich, saucy pastas, thoughtful plates, and an easy date‑night vibe. Shareable bites, too. Weeknights feel special, weekends relaxed, and the carb joy… happily unstoppable.
Sustainable closet refresh: When you want new-to-you without the guilt, Hertha’s Consignment Boutique keeps Gulf Shores stylish with curated pre-loved designer labels, everyday staples, handbags, shoes, and even men’s racks. Expect those “how is this only secondhand?” finds and the easy satisfaction of dressing sustainably, without the splurge.
Need a quick chill? Coastal Cryo delivers whole-body and targeted cryotherapy to calm inflammation and revive tired muscles, plus infrared sauna and compression for a fuller reset. In about three icy minutes, shoulders loosen and moods lift. Simple, brisk, and unexpectedly refreshing.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎶 SoundCheck Music Bingo @ Big Beach Brewing Company | Tuesday (3/3) at 7:00 PM – If your trivia skills are mostly “I know this chorus,” Music Bingo at Big Beach Brewing is your moment. Every Tuesday, four rounds of hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and today, free to play, prizes for winners, cold beer, zero pressure.
🎨 Ballyhoo Festival of Fine Arts & Culture @ Lake Shelby Gulf State Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats fine art with a Gulf breeze, and Ballyhoo at Gulf State Park is the classy kickoff we actually want. Think 110 juried artists, the Poarch Creek Indians, a fiddle and banjo showdown, music, food trucks, Lake Shelby views, free entry, and shuttles.
🚴 Bike Event @ Orange Beach Waterfront Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:30 AM – Waterfront Park is going full two-wheeled with a free, all-ages bike workshop and demo. Parks and Rec, Orange Beach Police, Coastal Resources, and Infinity Bicycles will cover safety, maintenance, and better rides, with refreshments, door prizes, and zero Lycra shaming. Pedal in, leave smug.
🎨 Cutting Edge Wood Creations @ Orange Beach Waterfront Park | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Head to Waterfront Park for the Orange Beach Festival of Art, a free favorite with visual, performing, and culinary arts, food trucks, and Coastal Arts Center access. Pop by Cutting Edge Wood Creations for pieces so polished your coffee table will develop complex feelings.
🎨 Orange Beach Festival of Art @ Coastal Arts Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Orange Beach’s art fest is rolling in with 100 artists, live music, culinary treats, and demos you can get close to. Bike or take the golf cart, park at City Hall, then wander the kids’ art alley. Free, and voted best in the nation.
🎸 Sugarcane Jane @ Tacky Jacks | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Trade the Sunday-night blues for Sugarcane Jane on the water at Tacky Jack’s, where husband-and-wife harmonies, stories, and a salty breeze do the heavy lifting. It is rootsy, easygoing, and free, with deck views, good grub, and that Gulf Shores sunset doing its show-off thing.
🎶 The Undertow Band @ The Hangout | Thursday (3/26) at 6:00 PM – Craving live tunes without the cover charge? The Undertow Band is at The Hangout with the kind of set that pairs nicely with a cold drink, a comfy barstool, and your best small talk. Free show, real vibes, zero hassle.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Orange Beach report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 70°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 1%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. East wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 72°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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This rare east corner 4-bed, 4.5-bath at Turquoise Place features floor-to-ceiling glass on two sides framing sweeping Gulf panoramas. An oversized balcony adds a private hot tub and Blaze Marine grill. Inside, a Sub-Zero and Wolf kitchen shines with granite, custom furnishings, and electric curtains. Resort perks include pools, a lazy river, fitness, plus rental performance approaching $100,000 annually.
Take a peek inside →
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