Alabama anglers will see new saltwater fishing rules this summer as the state works to protect coastal resources while maintaining broad public access to local waters.
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7/7/25
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The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has confirmed Africanized honeybees, commonly known as AHBs or "killer bees," have been found in Barbour County for the first time.
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7/7/25
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As we reflect on the importance of the Sport Fish Restoration Act (Dingell-Johnson) during the celebration of its 75th anniversary, Alabama and the rest of the nation have benefited greatly from the …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 7/1/25 |
Share the Beach, a conservation program for Alabama’s sea turtle nests through the Alabama Coastal Foundation (ACF), has reported 48 turtle nests and 63 false crawls since the nesting season …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/1/25 |
FOLEY — Graham Creek Nature Preserve celebrated International Mud Day with one of the dirtiest events of the summer.
On a hot Saturday, families and children gathered at the park in Foley, …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/30/25 |
Several staff members from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) and State Parks divisions are newly certified instructors in …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 6/25/25 |
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Outdoor Alabama Academy is expanding its hunting workshop offerings starting this summer. The popular outdoor recreation how-to …
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GCM Staff Report
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6/24/25
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FORT MORGAN — After less than a year of walking on the temporary sandy access point, the Mobile Street beach access boardwalk is now open for public use.
Before construction on the new …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/24/25 |
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS — What are your thoughts on a potential 110-mile trail around Mobile Bay?
Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) recently hosted public input meetings in Spanish Fort, Magnolia …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/24/25 |
FAIRHOPE — The 48th-annual Air Race Classic was held last week, and a mother and her daughter from Fairhope flew across the country's skies in their first air race together.
Beginning in …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/23/25 |
Since the seasons opened for private anglers and state-licensed commercial party boats on May 23 and federally permitted charter boats on June 1, anyone who follows Alabama anglers on social media …
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BY DAVID RAINER
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 6/16/25 |
MOUNT VERNON — An hour-and-a-half drive away from Baldwin County sits a historical treasure that is slowly being eaten away by the ravages of time.
In the small town of Mount Vernon is the …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/16/25 |
Although complaints about dog deer hunting have fallen dramatically in the past several years, dog deer hunting has continued to cause conflicts, particularly around the Talladega National Forest.
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 6/11/25 |
The Fairhope Yacht Club hosted the 14th-annual Cup Regatta as a fundraiser for Children's Hospital of Alabama.
Kerrie Benson, local coordinator for Children's, said she is "allergic to stuffy, …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/10/25 |
FOLEY — Foley has expanded its outdoor recreation opportunities with a dozen public pickleball courts and 10 sand volleyball courts.
The city dedicated the new courts Monday, June 2. …
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GCM Staff Report
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6/4/25
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DAUPHIN ISLAND — This is Kyndal Edwards, and he is walking across America for mental health awareness, one step at a time.
Edwards is known for his social media page, "A Walking …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/4/25 |
In its first year under the Sweet Grown Alabama banner, the Alabama Seafood Cook-Off recently continued its legacy of highlighting Alabama-grown products, especially Alabama Gulf Seafood, with …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 6/4/25 |
Plans for a new event pavilion at Graham Creek Nature Preserve are moving forward after Foley City Council voted to purchase a prefabricated metal structure and seek bids for its installation.
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GCM Staff Report
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6/3/25
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FAIRHOPE — Construction at the Fairhope Municipal Pier has been progressing and at least part of the pier will be ready for later this summer.
Since last year, construction has been …
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BY COLIN JAMES
Reporter colin@gulfcoastmedia.com | 6/2/25 |
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has appointed Twinkle Cavanaugh and Monica Carroll to lead two critical USDA agencies serving Alabama’s rural communities and agricultural sector.
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GCM Staff Report
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6/1/25
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