Alabama is home to an incredible range of state parks that have something to offer adventurers year-round. Our Alabama State Parks Passport series highlights all of the stunning outdoor spaces throughout the state that make for the perfect seasonal getaway. The fifteenth in our series is Chickasaw State Park.   According to Alabama State Parks, “This […]

Governor Kay Ivey is inviting anglers of all skill levels to take part in Alabama’s Free Fishing Day on June 7. The annual event allows both residents and non-residents to fish in most public waters across the state without purchasing a fishing license, offering a cost-free opportunity to enjoy Alabama’s rich natural resources. “From the […]

Mason McLaughlin and his grandfather, Wallace Walker, watched the gobbler and a group of hens strut into the field and then return to the nearby woods. It was the same gobbler they had seen the night before on a scouting trip while turkey hunting on family land in Lowndesboro in Lowndes County. “Whenever the gobbler […]

The University of Montevallo added to its historic record by capturing a fifth consecutive Bass Pro Shops School of the Year presented by Abu Garcia title following the season-ending 2025 Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Championship event May 22-23 at Lake Hartwell in South Carolina. The Falcons overwhelmed the field after seniors Dalton Head […]

Shrimp lovers across Alabama have something to look forward to as the state’s annual shrimping season officially gets underway this weekend. Whether you’re casting nets for a fresh catch or waiting to enjoy it on your dinner plate, the return of shrimp season marks a Gulf Coast tradition welcomed by both harvesters and seafood fans […]

One way to take in the scenic landscape of Alabama and several neighboring states—while also scoring some bargains—is by joining the World’s Longest Yard Sale, returning August 7–10. Also known as the 127 Yard Sale, this massive, multi-state shopping event stretches 690 miles from Gadsden, Alabama, to Addison, Michigan. The route in Alabama begins in […]

The reef fish population in the Gulf is growing ahead of the 2025 red snapper season, according to the University of South Alabama’s annual fish survey. Researchers from the Stokes School of Marine and Environmental Sciences recently completed their annual presentation to the leadership at the Alabama Marine Resources Division on the condition of fish […]

Alabama hunters will soon have an opportunity to bid on hunting leases at a live auction being conducted by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Lands Division. State Lands has identified 140 potential hunting lease tracts across 32 counties that will be part of the upcoming 5-year lease cycle.   The […]

The campground at Gulf State Park has long been recognized as one of the biggest for RV enthusiasts, with nearly 500 paved, full-hookup campsites. The campground can now officially be considered one of the nation’s best, according to the USA Today 10Best 2025 Readers’ Choice Award for Best RV Campground. The official announcement was made recently by USA Today. “If you want to […]

Challenging an Alabama statute that permits game wardens to search private property without a warrant, three northwest Alabama residents filed suit Tuesday in Lauderdale County Circuit Court. Killen residents Dalton Boley and Regina Williams, and Muscle Shoals resident Dale Liles joined the Institute for Justice to file the lawsuit after each faced multiple privacy intrusions from Alabama […]

USA Today recently reported on Dauphin Island as a great destination for those beach lovers wanting a laid-back, back-to-nature experience. For travelers seeking a quiet retreat far from the crowded boardwalks and bustling nightlife of high-energy beach destinations, Dauphin Island presents a compelling alternative. Tucked along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, this barrier island is known not […]

A new outdoor adventure program called “Kayak Eufaula” is set to launch this summer at Lakepoint State Park, thanks to a collaboration between the City of Eufaula Parks and Recreation Department, Alabama Power, and Innovate Alabama. The program will be set against the backdrop of Lake Eufaula and feature guided kayak tours, rentals, and educational […]

As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues efforts to deepen and widen the Mobile Bay ship channel, concerns are mounting from state lawmakers, environmental groups, and commercial fishermen over how dredged sediment is being handled and the potential consequences for local ecosystems and economies. According to Mobile Baykeeper, drone footage shows sediment being released […]

As warm weather returns and summer draws near, Alabama Power, which manages 12 major reservoirs across the state, is reminding residents and visitors to stay safe and prepared while enjoying Alabama’s scenic lakes and rivers. Alabama Power’s reservoirs collectively span over 157,000 acres of water and include nearly 3,500 miles of shoreline. These areas offer […]

Severe weather last weekend hindered travel across the state, limiting the number of Alabama Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) members who were able to meet at Troy University for the second CAB meeting of the year. Being one member short of a quorum to conduct any official business, the CAB members were apprised of what had […]

As National Safe Boating Week approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is launching a statewide campaign to promote safe practices on the water ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend. The campaign aims to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities by focusing on education, enforcement, and community engagement across Alabama’s waterways. Recreational boating continues to […]

Visitors to Downtown OWA now have a new way to enjoy the water thanks to the opening of an outdoor attraction featuring glow-in-the-dark kayaking and other family-friendly water activities. Aura Adventures officially opened last weekend and is already drawing attention for its nighttime kayaking experiences on the lake at OWA. Guests can paddle across the […]

The Exceptional Anglers event Gone Fishin’, Not Just Wishin’ will take place May 7-9 at Oak Mountain State Park. The event teaches basic fishing skills to students with disabilities from Alabaster and Pelham city schools and the Shelby and Jefferson county school systems.

Local officials, community leaders and cycling enthusiasts from across the region gathered at Birmingham’s Pepper Place Market on Saturday, April 26, for Celebrate Trails Day and to mark Birmingham’s momentum in building a world-class trail network that could boost economic opportunities and community connections. “As a city administration, we believe in connectivity,” said Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. “Back in 2018, […]

As a prelude to this year’s Yellowhammer News Power & Influence Top 50 list, launching next month in its thirteenth annual installment, we are proud to continue a tradition that asks an important question in the political landscape of Alabama: Who’s Next? Year after year, Power & Influence offers the most candid insight into the […]

For the third year in a row, the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail has been chosen as the top recreational trail in the country in the 2025 USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

It’s no mistake that our state is known as Alabama the Beautiful. Over the years, the area’s natural beauty has become more appreciated and widely recognized, and for locals, the interest in protecting it continues to grow.

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and U.S. Representative Mike Rogers have introduced legislation that would expand the Talladega National Forest by 50,000 acres across three East Alabama counties, aiming to enhance conservation efforts and outdoor recreation while boosting local tourism economies.

On a cool spring morning in Coosa County, a few hikers gather outside the Pinhoti Outdoor Center. They sip coffee, double-check their gear and swap stories about where the trail might take them next. It’s a familiar scene, but one that didn’t exist here five years ago. Back then, there was no local outfitter, no shuttle […]