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Alabama marine officials announced that state and federal waters will open for private recreational anglers and state-licensed charter vessels for red snapper harvest on Friday, May 22 with a key …
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GCM Staff Report
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5/1/26
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BIRMINGHAM — The Alabama State Parks Foundation teed off its inaugural golf tournament at the stunning Oak Mountain State Park earlier this week, bringing together community leaders, outdoor …
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By Josh Bean
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4/30/26
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Luke Cooper had to wait two long years for an opportunity for redemption at the Alabama Governor’s One-Shot Turkey Hunt, which showcases Alabama’s great outdoors and southern hospitality every …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 4/29/26 |
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Half a world away in Queensland, Australia, a group of Alabama Cooperative Extension System specialists and agents this spring toured the Bundaburg region in search of fresh ideas they could bring …
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By Mike Clardy
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/28/26 |
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After three weeks of near perfect weather conditions, Alabama hunters have had significant success in the turkey woods this season with the usual stories of the birds that flew off the roost and came …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 4/22/26 |
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Mobile Baykeeper announced Saturday that it will pause its water testing efforts in coastal Alabama due to a lack of funding.
The environmental advocacy nonprofit has released its SWIM (Swim …
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BY MICAH GREEN
Chief Digital Officer/Photojournalist micah@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/19/26 |
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The Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust Board of Trustees will convene its second quarterly meeting of 2026 on Thursday, May 7.
The meeting will take place at Bishop State Community College’s …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/19/26
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NOAA Fisheries has set the 2026 red snapper season for federally permitted for-hire vessels in the Gulf of Mexico at 147 days. The season opens at 12:01 a.m., local time, June 1 and closes at 12:01 …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/16/26
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — With a flick of the wrist, Jim DelPrince perfectly placed a stem into a large floral bouquet. In front of a crowd of onlookers, he inspected his work, judged it finished and …
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/16/26 |
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Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, radishes are a fantastic choice for growing your own food in your backyard, no matter how much space you have available. Radish is typically one of …
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By Kitti Cooper
Special to Gulf Coast Media | 4/15/26 |
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A statewide Fire Alert is in effect across Alabama as worsening drought conditions and low relative humidity continue to elevate wildfire risk, State Forester Rick Oates announced in a release from …
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4/14/26
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NOAA Fisheries has released more than half a million pounds of previously withheld deep-water grouper quota to Gulf of Mexico fishermen, after a proposed rule to reduce catch limits could not be …
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4/14/26
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Riviera Utilities has been recognized as a 2026 Tree Line USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, highlighting the utility’s efforts to balance reliable electric service with the preservation and care of …
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4/12/26
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NOAA Fisheries is seeking public comment on a proposed update to red grouper management in the Gulf of Mexico that would raise catch limits, adjust sector allocations and eliminate a seasonal …
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4/10/26
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY AND ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY — From school classrooms and college campuses to the career field, family life and retirement, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System provides …
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Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/10/26 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — With warmer temperatures and more sunlight in the evenings, spring is the perfect time to get up, get out and move more. That’s why Move Alabama — A Community Physical …
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By Mary Wilson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/8/26 |
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Gulf Shores had 21 outside agencies assist in response to a brush fire at Gulf State Park on Tuesday, March 24.
Melvin Shepard, Gulf Shores Fire Rescue chief of staff, said Alabama Law …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/7/26 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Alabama farmers are hurting and now face even tougher economic times, as the war in Iran has increased the price of key agricultural inputs. Now more than ever, it is crucial …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 4/6/26 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — In Alabama, chickens outnumber humans by the millions. With that many birds, poultry broilers, or chickens raised for meat, handily claim the top spot among Alabama’s …
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By Kacey Watson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 3/31/26 |
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Fairhope leaders, state officials and local citizens alike gathered for a rededication ceremony of the Fairhope Municipal Pier, South Beach, Rose Garden and Fountain on Thursday, March 26.
The …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 3/30/26 |