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Gulf Shores, Alabama Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Gulf Shores! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Gulf Shores’ expanding airport change your future travel plans?
  • How the new Fort Morgan Trail extension changes your Gulf Shores weekends.
  • When and where you can give blood this month in Gulf Shores.

Also on today's calendar: BJ's Wholesale Club Pre-Opening Limited-Time Offer and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 75.
  • Monday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 91 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Gulf Shores airport expansion underway after record summer passenger numbers (fox10tv.com) — Gulf Shores residents can expect a much larger airport terminal by next May, doubling passenger capacity and adding new gates, concessions, parking, and curbside space. After a record 215,000 passengers since last year and crowded summer flights, the $15 million expansion aims to comfortably handle growing Allegiant service and future travel demand.
   

2. Gulf State Park Trails Grow to Almost 40 Miles of Trails (obawebsite.com) — Gulf Shores residents now have easier access to nearly 40 miles of trails, thanks to a new 4.4-mile Fort Morgan Trail extension connecting to Gulf State Park. The project adds bridges, a new bathhouse, and safer paved paths for walking and biking, while also protecting coastal wetlands and expanding outdoor options from Orange Beach halfway down the Fort Morgan Peninsula.
   

3. Red Cross urges September blood donations as fall schedules threaten supply (gulfcoastmedia.com) — Gulf Shores residents have two chances this month to donate blood locally, with Red Cross drives set for Sept. 16 at Peace Community Church and Sept. 30 at Gulf Shores First Presbyterian. With regional supplies still vulnerable after summer shortages, organizers are offering small thank-you gifts on select dates and urging locals to schedule appointments in advance.
   

4. Original Oyster House giving free lunch for first responders, blood drive to honor 9/11 victims (gulfcoastmedia.com) — First responders in Gulf Shores can receive a free “Never Forget” lunch today at the Original Oyster House on Gulf Shores Parkway, honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. A companion event at the Spanish Fort Causeway location features a friendly blood-drive competition, raffle prizes, and local attractions, with a goal of 25 donations.
   

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Ok Gulf Shores! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Gulf Shores

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Gulf Shores

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.