Alabama is paradise for outdoor enthusiasts: From the Appalachian foothills to the sandy shores of the Gulf
In early September, as the sky shifted from blue to gold in Gulf Shores, Alabama, visitors at the nationally-acclaimed Gulf State Park were in for a surprise. People congregated along the beach for the day’s final swim, a walk to the pier, or a din.....»»
Publix to acquire Winn-Dixie"s lease for Alabama location
Publix continues to grow its presence in Alabama – this time by acquiring a lease from Winn-Dixie along the Gulf Coast. Florida-based Publix acquired Winn-Dixie's lease for a space at Paradise Isle Shopping Center in Gulf Shores. Terms of the lease, .....»»
Southeast Beach Express to debut direct flight options at Gulf Shores Jack Edwards Airport
New flight options are coming for those who want to travel to Alabama’s Gulf Coast without driving......»»
Some Alabama beaches ordered to close
Public beaches in Gulf Shores will close Friday due to efforts to contain the coronavirus. According to WKRG, Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft has ordered public beaches to close on Friday morning. The Baldwin County Commission is meeting on Thursd.....»»
Dallas-based investors acquire multifamily property on Alabama"s Gulf Coast
A garden-style community in Baldwin County has been bought by Dallas-based investors. Transcontinental Realty Investors Inc. (NYSE: TCI) and its subsidiary, Abode Properties, acquired the Villas at Bon Secour multifamily property in Gulf Shores.....»»
Alabama town ranks among top 25 places for vacation rental homes
An Alabama coastal town is one of the top places to invest in a vacation rental home, according to a property management firm. Vacasa LLC ranks Gulf Shores No. 11 on its Insider’s Guide to the Top 25 Markets for Buying a Vacation Rental. Accord.....»»
Hilton hotel reopens on Alabama"s Gulf Coast
A Hilton hotel has returned to Alabama’s Gulf Coast. The Lodge at Gulf State Park has reopened in Gulf Shores under the management of Valor Hospitality Partners. Originally established in 1974, the hotel stood for 30 years until it was irreparably d.....»»
Authors and Innovators: Nakedly unafraid and heading outside
Spring is in full bloom and we all need to get out there. Indeed, recently outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds gathered at the Boston Outdoor Expo to check out the latest gear, tech and overall advice for hiking, biking and camping, and to hear rel.....»»
Teva sandals review: These cult-favorite sandals are the only reason my feet survived a 3-day music festival
This Velcro-strapped sport sandal changed the way outdoor enthusiasts traversed rivers and mountains. Here's why the outdoor community loves T.....»»
How Sandy Springs turns nature into economic development tool
Amid the rise of remote work, more companies seek outdoor space as an amenity......»»
Charter airline cancels flights to Alabama"s Gulf Coast
A charter company has cancelled its plans to offer air service to Alabama’s Gulf Coast because of lack of demand......»»
Gulf Distributing to relocate Birmingham operations to new facility
A new warehouse for an Alabama beverage distributor in Birmingham will have a refrigerated draft beer cooler......»»
Bham investor makes $15M luxury buy in Gulf Shores
A luxury apartment community on the Gulf Coast sold to a Birmingham investor......»»
Coca-Cola United plans $48M Alabama project
The Birmingham-based bottler is growing along the Gulf Coast......»»
Orlando outdoor kitchen retailer Paradise Grills to open Jacksonville location
“As you can imagine, everybody’s at home and eating at home a lot more – and grill sales have just skyrocketed.".....»»
The Pitch: How this startup wants to help charge your phone on to go
This St. Louis startup has created a patent-pending solar charging backpack designed to appeal to outdoor enthusiasts......»»
Gulf Coast Shipping Wins Big In Federal Project Funding
The Trump administration has allotted $274.3 million in federal money for the Port of Mobile, Alabama, to deepen and widen its channel to take on bigger and heavier ships. read more.....»»
Seven years after Superstorm Sandy, the business of weather 
is hotter than ever
You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows. But if you bet on football, it would be useful to know what the field conditions will be at kickoff. If you're an outdoor concert... To view the full story, click the title link......»»
36 hours in Niagara-on-the-Lake
On the shores of Lake Ontario, this Canadian town is filled with flowers, theater, wine and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure......»»
Illinois company acquires Alabama seafood importer
An Alabama-based seafood distributor and importer with operating facilities in Bayou La Batre, Birmingham and Picayune, Mississippi, has been sold to an Illinois company. Jubilee Seafood, which services the entire Gulf Coast and Birmingham with .....»»
Sizzling Heat, Watching The Gulf
Southern discomfort: Even by early July standards, temperatures will be sizzling across several states, from eastern portions of Texas and Oklahoma over to northern Alabama. read more.....»»