Good morning,

Our humble little Crew has now sailed past 1,200 members! That’s more people than Microsoft employed when it went public. Thank you so much for being a part of this growing community of folks who love our little slice of the Gulf Coast.

It’s the holidays and there’s a lot going on this week, from drone shows to pub crawls, so let’s dive right in!

Two of our local towns are proving there’s more than one way to be charming on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Sometimes charm can mean soft sandy beaches and seafood dinners at sunset. Other times it’s roadside whimsy and old school heart showing strangers a slice of small town soul.

Orange Beach made World Atlas’s list of Alabama’s 8 most charming small towns thanks to its blend of sugar-white beaches, easygoing waterfront action and laid back coastal lifestyle. Whether you’re strolling a boardwalk, taking in live music or spotting dolphins on a boat tour, it’s got that perfect mix of sea, sand, seafood and small-town vibes.

Elberta also made the cut too but for totally different reasons. It’s the kind of place where roadside art, quirky local history and woodland oddities give the town serious personality. From the quirky Stonehenge sculpture known as “Bamahenge,” to dinosaur models hidden among pine trees and a heritage museum that paints a picture of simpler times, Elberta shows that charm can come from things other than beaches and boardwalks.

Bright & White with Double Garage
Foley | 4 beds | 2 baths | 2,031 sq ft | check it out

Big House with In-Law Suite
Gulf Shores | 4 beds | 4 baths | 2,795 sq ft | move mom in

Seachase Stunner on the Beach
Orange Beach | 3 beds | 3 baths | 1,634 sq ft | buy it, rent it out

FORECAST: After a chilly mid-week, rain and a few thunderstorms move in Thursday and Friday. Saturday keeps the clouds and scattered showers hanging around, but things finally straighten up on Sunday with some sunshine and highs in the mid-60s.

TROPICAL OUTLOOK: All clear — hurricane season has officially ended.

NIGHT SKY: Jupiter rises in the east in the evening and stays visible through much of the night, while Saturn lingers in the early evening sky before setting around or before midnight. After sunset, the winter constellations, including Orion, Taurus, Perseus and Auriga, will be rising into view.

Let’s help these little guys find the loving families they deserve — maybe their perfect match is reading this right now.

Mitchell the dog
A deserving, loyal pup who’s ready to swap shelter walls for couch snuggles and long walks with someone who’ll finally call him “family.”

Howie the dog
A handsome Redbone Coonhound-Lab mix who is gentle, loving and just waiting for the right home with room to explore and someone to give him the chance he deserves.

Izzy the cat
This sweet mixed-breed cat has a gentle heart, loves to be petted and is ready to bring love and warmth into a home that gives her a second chance.

Trivia Answer: Bon Secour