Farmers across Alabama are grappling with an economic crisis that could threaten the future of agriculture in the state.
Rising inflation, skyrocketing input costs, high interest rates and …
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1/2/25
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Welcome to 2025, where the Gulf Coast's gardening adventures are as unpredictable as the weather forecast.
Whether you're a green-thumbed guru or a sprout-level beginner, this journal is here to …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Contributor | 1/2/25 |
Runners and community members alike are gearing up for the inaugural "Our Roots Run Deep" 5K race set to take place Jan. 4 in the historic Fairhope South neighborhood.
Hosted by Hope Community …
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1/2/25
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Winter may be the season for cozy blankets and hot cocoa, but for anglers, it's also an opportunity to reel in big catches at some of the best winter fishing destinations.
FishingBooker , the …
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GCM Staff Report
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12/31/24
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The Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) closed the state's 2024 private angler red snapper fishing season at midnight on Tuesday, …
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12/31/24
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary of National Significance Act on Dec. 9.
This action directs the administrator of the Environmental Protection …
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12/26/24
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For those looking to embrace the great outdoors in 2025, Gulf State Park is inviting adventurers of all ages to participate in its annual First Day Hike on New Year's Day.
The family-friendly …
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12/26/24
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With the year drawing to a close, NOAA Fisheries has issued an update for participants in the Individual Fishing Quota (IFQ) program in the Gulf of Mexico.
The announcement includes reminders …
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12/23/24
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DAUPHIN ISLAND - Last week a cold-stressed manatee was spotted and rescued in Alabama waters last week and is currently rehabilitating in the temperature-controlled pools of SeaWorld …
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12/23/24
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Collard greens are a Southern staple and thrive in the warm, humid climate of South Alabama. Their hardy nature, nutrient density and versatility in the kitchen make them a favorite among home …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 12/21/24 |
After 13 years, the marketing of Alabama's seafood is about to have a new home.
The Alabama Gulf Seafood campaign is transitioning from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 12/18/24 |
ORANGE BEACH — The site plan for the new Orange Beach Shooting Sports Complex facility was approved by the Orange Beach Planning Commission at their Dec. 9 meeting but was faced with …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/17/24 |
If camellias could talk, they'd probably say, "Look at me!" And, honestly, who could blame them?
These Gulf Coast divas are the full package: evergreen foliage, stunning blooms and a touch of …
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By Kitti Cooper
Gulf Coast Media Contributor | 12/4/24 |
The Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP), started in 1984 to help landowners and leaseholders better manage their deer herds, is celebrating its 40th year in 2024.
The program is offered by …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 11/26/24 |
It certainly has been raining.
With recent rainfall levels across the state, cooler temperatures and higher humidity — especially good overnight recovery (humidities of 60% or greater) …
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GCM Staff Report
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11/21/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY — The calendar may officially signify the arrival of fall, but Alabama's temperatures have not gotten the memo. Flowers are still blooming and fall color is on full display. …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 11/19/24 |
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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11/18/24
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As fishing enthusiasts gear up for another year on the water, NOAA Fisheries is offering a timely reminder of three ways to stay updated on vital fishing regulations in the Southeast region.
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11/12/24
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GULF SHORES — Leah Shultz, environmental educator at the Learning Campus at Gulf State Park, spoke at the Little Lagoon Preservation Society (LLPS) meeting on Nov. 7 and discussed the different …
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BY RUTH MAYO
Reporter ruth@gulfcoastmedia.com | 11/12/24 |
Thanks to a donation by the University of South Alabama's (USA) Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Kappa Alpha Order (KA), those with mobility issues will have access to an all-terrain track chair at Gulf …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 11/11/24 |