FAIRHOPE — After introducing his Eagle Scout Project to The Grand Hotel in Point Clear, John Shell's artificial reefs caught the eye of Mayor Sherry Sullivan, inspiring her to bring this …
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By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/12/23 |
More than 700 trees found new homes during the City of Bay Minette’s annual Arbor Day observance, organized by the Bay Minette Beautification Committee and coordinated by Jody McMillan and the …
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GCM Staff Report
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3/5/24
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The Marine Resources Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced the 2023 private angler red snapper fishing season closed, effective Oct. 17. Alabama's 2023 …
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GCM Staff Report
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10/19/23
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Alabama is blessed with an abundance of lakes, reservoirs and waterways for residents and visitors to enjoy for fishing, boating, birdwatching and many other outdoor activities. However, several …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 2/29/24 |
Baldwin County and much of south Alabama has been removed from a state Fire Alert status.While forestry officials have rescinded the Fire Alert in 35 counties in the southern half of the state, the …
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GCM Staff Report
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10/19/23
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Cranberries and cinnamon may be considered the official scents of the holiday season, but fresh citrus is ripe for the picking, just in time for merrymaking. Alabama citrus growers begin harvesting …
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By Katie Nichols
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/12/23 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — The Alabama Cooperative Extension System's role is to serve the people of Alabama with unbiased, science-based information. Sometimes, Alabama Extension professionals bend …
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By Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 9/19/23 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY — Tailgating is a time-honored tradition in the world of sports. No tailgate is complete without an assortment of delectable food offerings. From burgers and wings to cheese …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Extension Cooperative System | 9/20/23 |
Jackie Meggison is a forest landowner in Pike County She is no stranger to the natural beauty of forests. In her own slice of Alabama, she manages forests and other natural resources to ensure that …
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By Cole Sikes
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 12/13/23 |
In a collaborative effort involving for-hire captains, private recreational anglers, scientists and fisheries managers, the Return 'Em Right initiative has been established to improve the survival …
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GCM Staff Report
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1/4/24
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The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is expanding its awareness campaign about two species of invasive carp that pose a potential threat to the state's native …
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By Justin Miller
Alabama Extension Cooperative System | 9/20/23 |
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD) has declared that both Alabama state waters and federal waters will open to private and …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/2/24
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries announced earlier this year the listing of the queen conch as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
NOAA …
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GCM Staff Report
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4/5/24
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY – Alabama is home to some of the best seafood in the country. For many, it wouldn't be summer without getting a taste of fresh Alabama seafood. While taking a trip to the …
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BY Alabama Cooperative Extension System
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7/6/23
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Bats are ubiquitous during the Halloween season, but these creatures deserve celebration year-round for their contribution to our sustainable food production. By eating insects by the billions, bats …
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By DAVID RAINER
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 11/7/23 |
FAIRHOPE — Have you ever stopped to think about what happens to the over-ripe fruit, wilted lettuce or dinner leftovers after it goes in your garbage can? The Fairhope Worm Lady is trying to …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 4/11/24 |
AUBURN UNIVERSITY – Alabama's meat and poultry processing industry is receiving major financial investments through the Alabama Meat Processing Program. The Alabama Department of Agriculture …
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BY Justin Miller
Alabama Cooperative Extension System | 7/13/23 |
With warmer weather here, more and more people are spending time on their decks, patios and in their gardens and yards using outdoor products. From grills to furniture to mowers, 88% of Americans …
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BY StatePoint
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7/6/23
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Fairhope has finally given the Triangle property a name, and work is set to begin on phase one soon.
Fairhope City Council approved changing the name of the property to Flying Creek Nature …
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By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/15/24 |
According to Ron Regan, executive director of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA), it may not make the headlines in the newspapers but the election of Chuck Sykes as AFWA’s …
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By David Rainer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources | 12/11/23 |