ORANGE BEACH, Ala. — The buzzz is quieter this week as the City of Orange Beach remembers the contributions of Councilman Al Bradley.  This man gave of his service and talents unselfishly for you, me others and future generations of Orange Beach. His leadership was from a position of knowledge and understanding, and only emotional when trying to explain the magnitude of a complex situation in simple sound bites. He gave freely to all with no strings attached. He took nothing.

City employees stated “What would Al do?” as a call to action for all to show acts of kindness to those you come in contact with this week as a way to honor his memory. He was an “all in” supporter of starting an independent school system in Orange Beach because he knew the economic benefits would carry on for generations. Rest in peace our friend and may God comfort and bless your family and our community in coping with such a great loss while striving to fulfill the vision set before us.  

Several City employees are dealing with tragedy in their personal lives, so your continued support and prayers are appreciated.

Lonesome Mel of East Orange Beach is playing locally. Worldwide Interiors on Canal Road is quitting business. Yes, the sales have started and they will be closing at an undisclosed date. Repeat After me is expanding its furniture line with custom build and distressed items. Moe’s BBQ has changed owners and so has the décor and atmosphere. 

Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation Rodeo that supports peer helper programs in all of the public schools in Baldwin County will be at the Foley City Arena on August 7, 8 and 9.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 3-10 at the Orange Beach Community Center on Saturday August 9.

Another Broken Egg restaurant is opening in Orange Beach down from Yaya’s. Construction build out on this new restaurant is expected to be finished by Labor Day.   

Healthy Woman from South Baldwin Regional Medical Center is having their 6th annual event on August 23 2014, Event Center at The Wharf, with motivational speaker Dr. Jennifer Arnold, from the reality show, “The Little People”.  Get your tickets now for this awesome community event. 

Blue Mermaid Jewelry and Gifts is such a nice addition to our “local” economy. This retail store is between Al’s 5 and 10 and Winn Dixie.

The amount of trash on our island is overwhelming sometimes, so let’s all pick up extra at our visits to the beach. And businesses, please consider putting trash cans at your front doors. 

Kenny Chesney will be at the Flora-Bama on Saturday, August 16. 

Back to School Blessing for all school age children is on Sunday, August 17 at Orange Beach United Methodist Church followed by sunset beach service at 6:00pm and baptism at Cotton Bayou Access.

Considering a new worship experience? First Baptist Church is have Wednesday evening services on the East side of Alabama Point. 

Baldwin County Public Schools start August 18. Please consider donating NEW clothes to the Orange Beach Fire Department Auxiliary for their new clothes closet program at  Orange Beach Elementary School. 

The Spectra Light shows are still going at The Wharf nightly. Thunder on the Gulf is back August 20-24.