1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (891+ words) The Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo markets itself as the largest fishing tournament in the world. And while it's a beloved tradition for many on the Gulf Coast, others are critical of the revived practice of catching and dissecting sharks…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (299+ words) Alabama is one of the most biologically diverse states in the nation, home to hundreds of rare freshwater species. Yet some of its most remarkable animals live far from public view. In the darkness beneath northwestern Alabama, a pale fish…...

3+ mon, 6+ day ago   (700+ words) Chloe Kelly, Director of Entitlements with 68 Ventures, is at the forefront of the company’s extensive efforts to ensure environmental compliance, including determining if any sensitive species of animals need attention. Charlanna Skaggs, ADCNR’s Deputy Commissioner, was invited by WFF’s Amy…...

5+ mon, 17+ hour ago   (311+ words) Spring along the Gulf Coast brings longer days, warmer temperatures and more time outdoors, whether it’s hiking, fishing or just enjoying the change in season. But it also marks the return of something else: rattlesnakes. As temperatures rise, rattlesnakes become…...

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (377+ words) A new shark alert system designed to notify beachgoers of confirmed attacks along Alabama’s Gulf Coast is now officially in effect. The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announced the rollout of the system under “Lulu’s Law,” signed…...

5+ mon, 4+ day ago   (318+ words) The Alabama Legislature gave final approval Wednesday to SB361, known as Beau’s Law, a bill that bans the unlawful tethering of dogs in Alabama, sending it to Governor Kay Ivey for her signature. The bill, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tem…...

5+ mon, 3+ week ago   (503+ words) Snakes are a common sight across Alabama, inhabiting forest trails and backyard gardens alike, especially as temperatures rise. Encountering them can be unsettling for some; however, most snakes in the state are harmless and help control pests. Here’s what to…...

6+ mon, 6+ day ago   (623+ words) In its first meeting of 2026, the Alabama Conservation Advisory Board received an overall report from Chris Blankenship, Commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), and a handful of proposed changes to 2026-2027 seasons and bag limits from…...

6+ mon, 1+ week ago   (717+ words) Alabama is known for its forests, rivers, wetlands, and rich biodiversity—but much of the state was once covered by native grasslands and prairies. In the early 19th century, federal land surveys documented extensive prairie systems across Alabama. The Black Belt’s…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago   (357+ words) If you’ve lived in Alabama long enough, you know the routine. A forecast hints at snow or ice, and suddenly milk, bread and eggs become rare commodities. Group texts light up, social media fills with screenshots of weather models and…...