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A prescribed burn is planned at Gulf State Park as part of a forest management plan associated with longleaf pine restoration, fuel reduction and invasive species control.
The planned burn will …
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GCM Staff Report
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10/29/25
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The Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) Wild Game Cook-Off Series returned to the place of its origin last week with its annual trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast.
The first AWF Wild Game Cook-Off …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 10/29/25 |
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Local leaders in Robertsdale officially broke ground Thursday on the city’s multimillion dollar amphitheater project.
Located at Honey Bee Park, plans for the facility will include a …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/27/25 |
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The City of Daphne will temporarily close Bayfront Park as it prepares for construction of the Bayfront Amphitheater project.
The closure began on Oct. 27 as construction is set to begin. During …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/27/25 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — As the fall air gets crisp and temperatures lower, people often have a great urge to gather outside around a fire.
However, the Alabama Forestry Commission recently …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 10/26/25 |
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NOAA Fisheries announced that some Southeast Region fishing permits will remain valid past their stated expiration dates as the agency continues to navigate delays caused by the ongoing government …
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GCM Staff Report
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10/23/25
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The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division will hold two public listening sessions in November to gather input on a new shrimp fishery …
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GCM Staff Report
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10/23/25
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The top bass anglers in the nation converged on Lake Guntersville last week to showcase what is arguably the best bass fishing lake in the nation. After three days of competition, without dissent, …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 10/22/25 |
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A $50,000 donation will help kickstart a new Foundation Park project at a historic school property.
The Fairhope/Point Clear Community Foundation presented the contribution to the City of …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/21/25 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Every autumn, front porches and flower beds fill up with stunning fall florals that showcase the stunning colors of the season. With the right timing, tools and techniques, …
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By Kacey Watson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 10/17/25 |
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Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed October as Farm to School Month in Alabama, highlighting the partnership between local farmers, schools and students.
Since 2020, the Alabama Farm to School Program …
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10/14/25
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A campaign to relocate the historic Round House at Tolstoy Park in Fairhope has hit a huge milestone thanks to an anonymous donation.
The donor, who is being referred to simply as "the Friend," …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/13/25 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Pollinator gardens provide peaceful retreats with plentiful blooms that attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Whether in a downtown, at a nonprofit or …
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 10/11/25 |
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The Spanish Fort City Council voted on Monday to approve a contract with federal authorities to remove wildlife such as coyotes, beavers, muskrats and nutria in the area.
The resolution, which …
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BY COLIN JAMES
GCM Staff Journalist colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 10/8/25 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Ponds add an aesthetically pleasing element to land.
However, Alabama’s clay soils can be problematic if clear, pristine water or a good recreational fishing pond …
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 10/7/25 |
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With a planned opening in the first half of 2026, the new Gulf State Park Campground will make many campers happy with its extra space, a little more privacy and an abundance of amenities.
The …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 10/3/25 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Harvesting crops, hauling grain and moving hay, among other seasonal tasks, make fall a busy time for farmers.
Completing all this work often requires staging vehicles, …
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 10/3/25 |
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Looking to jazz up your garden with a touch of the exotic? Meet the passion flower, your new garden BFF.
This superstar vine, scientifically known as Passiflora, is a triple threat: it's …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 9/17/25 |
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Gladiolus, sometimes known as sword lilies, are a staple of Southern gardens, known for their striking, upright spikes and delicate blooms.
In zones 8 /9, such as those found in South Alabama, …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 5/7/25 |
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Tomatoes, the quintessential summer crop, hold a special place in the hearts of gardeners and food enthusiasts alike. However, cultivating tomato plants requires more than just planting seeds and …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 4/16/25 |