City Of Orange Beach Community Newsletter, April 15-21, 2022

From: City Of Orange Beach
April 20, 2022

The City of Orange Beach wishes everyone a happy, healthy and blessed Easter.

In observance of Good Friday, all non-essential city offices are closed today - Friday, April 15th. Residential trash and recycling routes are not be affected. City offices will reopen with normal business hours on Monday, April 18th.

Community Easter Egg Hunt set for this Saturday

A Community Easter Egg Hunt will be hosted by Orange Beach Police and Fire this Saturday, April 16th from 10 a.m. to noon at Orange Beach Elementary School.

In addition to an Easter egg hunt, the event will include bouncy houses, a cake walk, popcorn and drinks. It will be held rain or shine.
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City Council to meet April 19th

The Orange Beach City Council is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 19th in the Council Chambers at City Hall, followed by the Committee of the Whole work session. The meeting will be streamed live on the city's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/orangebeach. Once posted, the agendas are available at https://orangebeach.novusagenda.com/agendapublic?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508 (https://orangebeach.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508) .

Busy week for Orange Beach City Board of Education

The first full week on the job for the City Board of Education was an extremely busy one.

On Tuesday, April 12th, the board appointed Dr. Robbie Smith as interim superintendent. She stepped down as principal of Orange Beach Middle/High School on Monday so she could take on this role. (Shown in the photo above, from left, are school board member Randy McKinney, board member Shannon Robinson, Board President Robert Stuart, Interim Superintendent Dr. Robbie Smith, Board Secretary Tracie Stark, and Board Vice President Nelson Bauer.)

Additionally, Ford Handley, the city's finance director/assistant city administrator, was named Interim CSFO (Chief School Financial Officer) by the board on Tuesday.

With the approval of the board of education, board attorney R. Nash Campbell, of Adams and Reese LLP, began advertising for a permanent superintendent of Orange Beach schools. Details are posted on the City Schools page on the City Website (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/departments/city-schools/about?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508) or click on the links below.
Notice of Vacancy in the Position of Orange Beach City Superintendent of Education.  (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/OB%20Superintendent%20Posted%20Notice.pdf?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Application for Orange Beach City Superintendent of Education.  (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/Employment%20Application%20for%20OB%20City%20System%20Superintendent%204.11.22%20%281%29.pdf?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

On Thursday, April 14th, the board approved the school calendar and student dress code for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. To make this first-year city school transition as smooth as possible, both the school calendar and dress code are the same as Baldwin County Public Schools for 2022-23.

See a PDF version of the 2022-23 Orange Beach City Schools calendar on the City Website. (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/2022.04.14%20Orange%20Beach%20City%20Schools%20Calendar.pdf?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
See a PDF version of the Dress Code for the 2022-23 school year on the City Website. (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/sites/default/files/pdfs/2022.04.14%20Orange%20Beach%20City%20Schools%20Dress%20Code.pdf?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

The board's Out-of-District/Non-Resident Student Policy is expected to be finalized and approved at the next meeting on Tuesday, April 19th at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Orange Beach City Hall. Residents will include those within the city limits of Orange Beach. See an interactive map of the city limits at https://orangebeach.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=49a641b867564d9bb4bcdd871ead85c0&utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508 (https://orangebeach.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=49a641b867564d9bb4bcdd871ead85c0&fbclid=IwAR34f9tDD1Hk9XQ9dUnuELP9orlfJ1qd4JHTn3ESMw8WsY0rVAbNr4hKqj0&utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)  or click on the image below.

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Work sessions for the board are also scheduled for Monday and Wednesday next week. Find more information at www.orangebeachcityschools.org (http://www.orangebeachcityschools.org/?fbclid=IwAR3rdT86rSDJ7dwBCB7vTkoHBHjJVr6X-QQ1Wvf0ZuZR1dzMS4vXshvE6tA&utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508) .
SCHOOL NEWS

ORANGE BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Write On! Congratulations to Jake Phillips for winning first place in the 17th Annual Youth Pleasure Island Poetry Contest, sponsored by Orange Beach and Gulf Shores public libraries. Congratulations as well to Maria Agundis for earning third place for her poem. They received their certificates as an in-class surprise on Thursday in front of their peers.

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"IF I CAN, YOU CAN!"

Students and staff at OBMHS had the honor of hearing Professional Fisherman and Motivational Speaker Clay Dyer on Wednesday. He delivered his powerful life motto message of “If I can, you can” and reaching your DREAMS through determination, resources, effort, attitude, motivation, and success!
Students were inspired by Clay’s message and started planning out their dreams!

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MAKO ATHLETICS

Shout out to our 2021-22 Orange Beach Basketball award winners from Monday night's banquet.

Offensive Player of the Year- Joey Robertson
Defensive Player of the Year- Grant Bilbo
Shark of the Year (Character/Work Ethic)- Tripp Carter
Permanent Team Captain- Jackson Richtmyer
Congratulations!

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MAKOS ACADEMICS, ARTS & ATHLETICS CLUB
MAAAC still needs volunteers to help raise funds via parking during Mullet Toss on April 22-24. VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS EVENT MUST BE 21 OR OLDER. Please review the available slots at this link - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b4baeae2fabf85-mullet?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508 - and sign up for the shift of your choice. Thank you!

Find all of the latest school news on Facebook at:
Orange Beach High School (https://www.facebook.com/OrangeBeachHS/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Orange Beach Middle School (https://www.facebook.com/OrangeBeachMS/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Orange Beach Elementary School (https://www.facebook.com/OrangeBeachElementary/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Orange Beach Mako Athletics (https://www.facebook.com/obmakoathletics?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Makos Academics, Arts & Athletics Club (https://www.facebook.com/Makos-Academics-Arts-Athletics-Club-307058323296222/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

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"HOW TO EAT LIKE A CHILD" PERFORMANCE SET MAY 13-15

Get your tickets today for "How to Eat Like a Child" that will be performed by the Expect Excellence students on May 13th-15th at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center Black Box Theatre.
Click here to purchase tickets for How to Eat Like a Child. (https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/city-of-orange-beach/how-to-eat-like-a-child-99279/tickets?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

Find more information at the Performing Arts page on the City Website, including other upcoming shows like "A Touch of Magic - Disney Musical Showcase" and the Orange Beach students' performance of "The Sound of Music" at https://www.orangebeachal.gov/events/performing-arts?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508.

HOW TO EAT LIKE A CHILD is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com. (http://www.concordtheatricals.com?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

UPCOMING EVENTS

INTERSTATE MULLET TOSS: The Flora-Bama will host the wildly popular Interstate Mullet Toss on April 22nd-24th. Find details at https://www.florabama.com/mullet-toss?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508.
RUBBER DUCK RACE FUNDRAISER: The Orange Beach Lions Club’s 2022 Rubber Duck Race fundraiser will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 23rd at The Oasis Resort lazy river at The Wharf. Six raffle tickets – aka a 6 quack – are $25 or get one ticket for $5. The winning duck (and ticket) receives a $500 grand prize. All of the proceeds go toward college scholarships and community service in Orange Beach. For raffle tickets and/or sponsorship information, contact Iris Ethridge at 251-978-9700.

EARTH DAY BIOBLITZ PADDLE: The City of Orange Beach’s Coastal Resources Department invites the community to participate in an Earth Day Bioblitz Paddle on Wolf Bay on Saturday April 23rd from 8-11 a.m. at the Wind & Water Learning Center, 26233 Canal Road. Participants are welcome to launch their own kayaks and participate in this event for free, or kayaks can be rented on a first-come, first-served basis for a $20 fee. US Coast Guard approved Type III life jackets will be provided for those who rent kayaks. All participants need to register. Anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Find details and registration information on the Wind & Water page on the City Website. (https://www.orangebeachal.gov/facilities/wind-water-learning-center/about?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

WIND & WATER OPEN HOUSE:  An Open House will also be held at the Wind and Water Learning Center on Monday, April 25th between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Come on out and meet the new Coordinator, catch the sunset on Wolf Bay, and share your ideas on what YOU would like to see offered at the center.

GRAND EVENT GARDEN PARTY: Friends of the Arts will hold The Grand Event - Garden Party, a fundraiser for local arts programs and college scholarships, on Thursday, April 28th at the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach. The event will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. It will be a night that starts with a Grand Piano Welcome with pianist Greg Engell, followed by garden party games, live music by Emily Stuckey and Gabriel Willis, delicious food from Cosmos Catering, and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased through Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-grand-event-garden-party-tickets-295810506187?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508. Tickets also available (cash or check) at Coastal Art Center of Orange Beach. Dress is garden party attire.  The event will be outdoors unless the weather moves it inside to the gallery. For more information, visit http://www.friendsoftheartsinc.org?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508 (http://www.friendsoftheartsinc.org/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508) .

BAMA COAST CRUISIN': The 13th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin' car show will be held April 28th-30th at The Wharf. Find all the details at https://bamacoastcruisin.com/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508.

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New BEach SAFE campaign launches

Campaign keeps safety top-of-mind for both guests and residents

GULF SHORES AND ORANGE BEACH, AL – With spring travel season in full swing and summer quickly approaching, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Tourism (GSOBT), Gulf Shores Fire Department, Orange Beach Fire Department, Fort Morgan Volunteer Fire Department, Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency, Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County 9-1-1 have united behind a county-wide beach safety campaign, coined BEach SAFE: Know Before You Go.

Championed by both the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach fire chiefs, BEach SAFE aims to create awareness among locals and guests on topics including beach conditions, warning flag systems, rip current awareness, safe swimming practices and more. Recognizing that not all beach areas on Alabama’s Gulf Coast have lifeguards, beach flags and patrols, BEach SAFE is designed to help individuals to stay informed and understand potential dangers. Core message points for the campaign include:
CHECK WEATHER AND SURF CONDITIONS DAILY

By phone:
-Gulf Shores: 251-968-SURF
-Orange Beach: 251-981-SURF
-Online: VisitALBeaches.com/safety

KNOW YOUR LIMITATIONS
-Learn to swim; non-swimmers should stay out of the water
-Don’t overestimate your swimming ability
-Don’t rely on inner tubes, floats or other inflatable toys
-Use Coast Guard approved lifejackets
-Designate a water-watcher and supervise children closely
-Never swim alone

SWIM NEAR A LIFEGUARD
-Lifeguards are stationed seasonally at all public beaches in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach (March through September)
-Currently, no lifeguard protection is available in the Fort Morgan area

SIGN UP FOR DAILY BEACH CONDITIONS TEXT ALERTS

- Text “ALBEACHES” to “888777”
-Text “STOP” to opt out of notifications upon your departure

KNOW AND HEED THE BEACH WARNING FLAGS
-Yellow: Moderate surf and/or currents
-Purple: Dangerous marine life
-Red: High surf and/or strong currents
-Double Red: Water closed to the public

LEARN HOW TO ESCAPE A RIP CURRENT
-Rip currents are powerful currents of water moving away from shore. They can sweep even the strongest swimmer away from shore.
-If caught in a rip current, remain calm
-Escape the current by swimming parallel to the shoreline
-When free of the current, swim at an angle—away from the current—toward shore

-Float or tread water if unable to escape by swimming
-If unable to reach shore, draw attention to yourself by facing the shore and calling or waving for help

KNOW WHAT TO DO IF SOMEONE ELSE IS IN DANGER
- First, CALL 9-1-1
-Seek help from a lifeguard; if no lifeguard is present, yell instructions on how to escape the current
-Throw the victim something that floats
-Don’t attempt to perform a rescue as you could also get caught in the current

“We want the memories taken home from our destination to be happy ones,” said Beth Gendler, president and CEO of Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism. “Many of the people who choose our area for their vacations aren’t as familiar with the differences between swimming in the Gulf of Mexico versus swimming in waters where they live. We want them to get the information they need on beach conditions and what the beach flags mean so their visit is a safe and happy one.”

Gendler continued, “We know from the Leave Only Footprints and Worth the Wait campaigns we have launched in recent years that it takes all aspects of our community – the cities, local businesses, and residents – sharing a consistent message with our guests to make an impact. BEach SAFE is a united message across the entire county, which means businesses from the northern part of Baldwin County all the way down to the beaches can help share this information with guests and residents alike.”

“We’ve continued to work on our messaging related to beach safety,” said Orange Beach Fire Chief Mike Kimmerling. “But we are so blessed to have the support of all of these involved parties (across the county).”

“We’ve got to look at all things that are a threat to all of us,” said Gulf Shores Fire Chief Mark Sealy. “Creating awareness about this program can save lives each and every day.”

Free, downloadable assets for the BEach SAFE campaign – logos, social media graphics, key message points, QR code for signage and more – are available to businesses across Baldwin County and can be accessed online from Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism at https://gsobt.widencollective.com/portals/ilgvsgpz/BeachSafetyCampaignPortal?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508.

Beach information can always be found on GulfShores.com (http://gulfshores.com/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)  and OrangeBeach.com (http://orangebeach.com/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508) .

IN THE NEWS
WKRG 5:
Baldwin County’s newest boat launch opens ahead of schedule (https://www.wkrg.com/baldwin-county/baldwin-countys-newest-boat-launch-opens-ahead-of-schedule/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Orange Beach Police say towing company is scamming residents (https://www.wkrg.com/baldwin-county/orange-beach-police-say-towing-company-is-scamming-residents/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

OBA WEBSITE:
Orange Beach considering 'grace' period for current out of district students (https://www.obawebsite.com/orange-beach-considering-grace-period-for-current-out-of-district-students?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)
Orange Beach, Gulf Shores to benefit from FEMA rule change (https://www.obawebsite.com/orange-beach-gulf-shores-to-benefit-from-fema-rule-change?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

MULLET WRAPPER: O.B.’s Mullen releases book listing 100 things to do here (https://mulletwrapper.net/o-b-s-mullen-releases-book-listing-100-things-to-do-here/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

THE ISLANDER: Orange Beach City School Board takes office (https://gulfcoastmedia.com/stories/orange-beach-city-school-board-takes-office,123510?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH TOURISM: Fishing Seasons (https://www.gulfshores.com/fishing/fishing-seasons/?utm_source=City+of+Orange+Beach+Community+Newsletter&utm_campaign=f70b9e1470-Jan.+5%2C+2018+City+Newsletter%2C+Vol.+1+Issue+1_COPY_&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_50a576ca9e-f70b9e1470-171456508)

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