Tag: May 2026
20 Must-Do Activities for Summer 2026
Browse our ultimate list of local events and attractions for all ages and interests so you can make summer 2026 one to remember.
Behind the Scenes: Local Extras Recall ‘Close Encounters’ Memories
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the filming of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” in the Bay area in 1976, step on set and back in time with some of the extras who joined the film crew for one brief, hot summer.
Exploring the Early Days of Orange Beach
A lifelong native of Orange Beach takes us back to the early days of the sandy resort town and shares its little-known history.
Best Places to Dine, Shop & Explore along Alabama’s Beaches
Build the perfect beach vacation with our list of go-to spots on the Alabama coast.
Ask McGehee: Who was John Craft?
Historian Tom McGehee shares the story of John Craft, a four-term state senator who began his political career as the youngest member of the Mobile City Council.
The Cuba: ‘No One Dreamed of Danger’
What was expected to be a pleasant seafaring excursion aboard the Cuba turned into a frightening encounter with a storm.
7 Red, White & Blue Dessert Recipes
Finish your holiday weekend on a sweet note with these festive dessert recipes.
Easy Recipes for Memorial Day at the Beach
An Eastern Shore mom and her daughters fill their summers with family, friends and fun at their beachfront condo.
Ski Club: A Dog River Tradition
Meet the families who established a club on Dog River to share the tradition of water skiing with the next generation.
Elizabeth Douglas Winters & Thomas Parker Langan
Elizabeth and Parker were united in marriage at Ashland Place United Methodist Church on March 7, 2026.