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The Alabama Coastal Foundation has opened registration and sponsorships for the 17th Annual Good Life Ride, set for May 9, the Saturday of Mother’s Day weekend.
Participants can take part in a …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/8/26 |
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Federal fisheries managers will reduce commercial greater amberjack catch limits in the Gulf of Mexico for 2026 after landings exceeded last year’s cap, triggering an automatic accountability …
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2/6/26
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The Mobile Bay National Estuary Program has named longtime staff member Jason Kudulis as its new director following a national search, positioning a veteran environmental leader to guide one of the …
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2/5/26
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This past summer, I experienced a treat I didn’t expect would happen again in my lifetime. A covey of bobwhite quail made their summer home in the acreage around our home in Baldwin County. I …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 2/4/26 |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will make up to $3.2 million available for environmental education grants to support local, community-driven projects that help Americans protect …
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2/1/26
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Farmers and agribusiness professionals across southwest Alabama will have multiple opportunities in February to gain timely production and market insights as Alabama Extension and the Alabama Peanut …
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2/1/26
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Which came first: the chicken or the egg?
For Desper Dobbs, the chicken did, but it is the eggs that make his business boom. In the small town of Falkville, at just 11 …
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By Kacey Watson
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 1/29/26 |
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Alabama State Parks has developed a new program that encourages youngsters to join in the fun the State Parks System provides by becoming Junior Park Rangers.
The program is open to children of …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 1/28/26 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — From bamboo to kudzu, Alabama landscapes are full of invasive plants.
Whether introduced accidentally or intentionally, these plants are costly reminders of the harm native …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 1/27/26 |
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Graham Creek Nature Preserve will conduct prescribed burns on Tuesday, Jan. 27, and Wednesday, Jan 28, as part of ongoing land management and conservation efforts.
Prescribed fire is a vital …
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1/27/26
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The Alabama Scenic River Trail has opened applications for its 2026 Waterway Enhancement Program, a grant initiative aimed at expanding safe and inclusive access to waterways across the state.
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1/23/26
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Alabama Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt joined a group of Gulf Coast lawmakers in urging federal regulators to crack down on illegal fishing by Mexican vessels in U.S. waters, warning the …
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1/23/26
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The South Alabama Land Trust is entering 2026 with new board leadership and several new members as the nonprofit expands its land conservation efforts across Baldwin and Mobile Counties.
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1/22/26
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Two saltwater species with little research data will now be the focus of a $5 million study that will encompass all five Gulf states. Dr. Sean Powers of the University of South Alabama (USA) will …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 1/21/26 |
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As the Gulf Coast experiences its second freeze of the winter season, it's time to embrace a gardener's winter wonderland — a brief moment of calm before the spring weeds come roaring back like an …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 1/21/26 |
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FORT MORGAN — Last Friday, a brush fire broke out about 14 miles down Fort Morgan, AKA Highway 180, that burned an estimated 15 acres.
The fire was reported around 3:30 p.m., and by a little …
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BY RUTH MAYO
GCM Staff Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/20/26 |
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Nineteen Alabama counties have been designated primary natural disaster areas because of prolonged drought, opening financial assistance to affected farmers across much of the state.
Alabama …
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1/16/26
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One of the aspects of hunting that intrigues people who have little or no experience in the field is the ability to harvest their own organic protein, especially white-tailed deer.
One of Justin …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 1/14/26 |
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — January is a popular month for goal setting and planning. Beyond the typical New Year's resolutions of getting fit and saving money, landowners in Alabama may set a goal of …
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1/9/26
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The Gulf Shores Garden Club will host its 33rd annual Floral Seminar on Wednesday, Feb. 4, bringing a nationally recognized floral designer to Gulf Shores for a morning of education and …
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1/9/26
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