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
Environment Public support of conservation efforts at state parks improve natural habitats Alabama State Parks rely on visitor fees and the support of other partners like local communities. StaffMarch 29, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Local leaders best positioned to decide land use issues, including quarries Land-use determinations should be made at the local level. Lance LeFleurMarch 7, 2024
State Submissions open for Eagle Award ceremony Citizens interested have five categories to choose from to submit their nominations. Patrick DarringtonDecember 6, 2023
State Nominations open for Alabama State Parks Seventh Annual Eagle Awards Alabama State Parks will again recognize special contributors to the parks with its prestigious Eagle Awards. StaffDecember 6, 2022
Congress Carl applauds decision not to cut Alabama’s Red Snapper quota The decision was made after a recent study revealed that there are three times more than previously believed. Brandon MoseleyApril 20, 2021
Legislature Senate committee advances bill to allow more hunting deer with dogs The bill would regulate deer hunting with dogs while opening up counties where the practice is currently banned. Brandon MoseleyApril 9, 2021