Environment Lawmakers advance dog deer hunting rule near Talladega National Forest Alabama lawmakers amended the dog deer hunting rule, restricting activity near Talladega National Forest and citing property concerns. Mary Claire WootenOctober 3, 2025
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey announces $45 million in 2025 GOMESA funded projects These funds will support 23 diverse initiatives across Coastal Alabama, focusing on environmental education, water quality, and recreational access. StaffSeptember 30, 2025
State Charlanna Skaggs named deputy commissioner of Alabama Conservation Department Skaggs previously served as the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources's general counsel. Alex JobinAugust 4, 2025
News Pipe made exclusively in Alabama will be used in water projects at State Parks Officials announced more than two dozen water and wastewater projects at Alabama State Parks, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. StaffJune 27, 2025
State Ribbon cutting ceremony held to celebrate McCarty’s Ferry Public Boat Ramp’s renovations A ribbon cutting celebrated McCarty's Ferry Public Boat Ramp's major renovations, bringing enhanced access and improved outdoor recreation opportunities for anglers, hunters, and boaters. StaffJune 11, 2025
Environment Washington County Public Fishing Lake reopens May 24 After a temporary closure due to giant salvinia, the Washington County Public Fishing Lake is reopening for bank fishing on May 24. StaffMay 20, 2025
State Commissioner Chris Blankenship on conservation and recreation Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Chris Blankenship spoke to APR about some of the department's goals and projects. Mary Claire WootenDecember 5, 2024
News Alabama Power, ADCNR team up to build offshore reefs The partnership takes end-of-life concrete poles and tower segments to build a new reef off the Alabama coast. David RainerNovember 5, 2024
News State agencies receive award for partnering to use recycled tires in road projects The agencies were jointly presented the Leadership in Conservation and Sustainability Award by the Rubberized Asphalt Foundation. StaffSeptember 17, 2024
Congress Rep. Carl’s bill to protect marine forest passes House If the bill passes the Senate, the Alabama Underwater Forest would become a federally protected marine sanctuary Mary Claire WootenJuly 9, 2024