Thanks to the combined efforts of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division, the Crenshaw County Sheriff’s Office, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and hunting club members, Jerrell Gordon is recovering from an ordeal that left him within hours of death.
One of the messages the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division wanted to convey last week at the CWD (chronic wasting disease) public meeting in Florence was to thank Alabama hunters for their response during the 2021-2022 white-tailed deer season.
For the first time since 2019, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) was able to conduct the waterfowl breeding population survey, and the results were mixed. Overall waterfowl numbers in 2022 were down from the 2019 count, but the number of breeding ponds observed in 2022 was up 9%.Seth Maddox, Migratory Bird Coordinator for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division, said the numbers were about what he exp…
Christina Brown doesn't let anything — not even a hereditary neuromuscular disease — stop her from being one of the most avid hunters around and enjoying life to its fullest.
Grant Sheffield and Carson Pearce picked up the best result for the Benjamin Russell anglers Saturday on Lake Eufaula despite it being just their third tournament ever. Several other boats also finished well for the Wildcats.
Benjamin Russell took top team and individual honors at the Logan Martin Lake fishing tournament this past weekend.
Benjamin Russell, Dadeville and Reeltown fishing teams all kicked off their respective seasons this past weekend on Lake Martin, with the Wildcats capturing first place in the tournament.
The Alex City Kiwanis Club will host its yearly Sporting Clays Competition September 24th.
Be careful with heroic names around Randy Moran.
The Alexander City Middle School fishing team was recognized at Tuesday’s Alexander City City Council meeting for recently winning the state championship.
Alumni of the Benjamin Russell Future Farmers of America (FFA) will host a two-day rodeo to benefit the current BRHS students in the program.
Benjamin Russell's Stihl Smith and Jackson Kelly reflect on their time fishing together as they prepare to be the first boat from the school ever to compete for a national title.Â
There has always been a nagging question that continually finds its way into my mind and in some respects the minds of those who’ve taken the time out to be on the fields in the sun, rain, snow and sleet.
Last week 32 members of the Match Tracker shooting team, based in Alex City, attended the Steel Challenge World Championship in Talladega.
At the Alexander City Shooting Club the rapid fire which can be heard on most days may confuse some into thinking that someone had brought a machine gun, but in fact it is Vance Williamson with his Ruger 10/22. He’s practicing for the SCSA Steel Challenge World Championship which started Thu…
It was cold and icy as anglers back their boats down the ramps Saturday morning for the Lake Martin stop of the Alabama Bass Trail. But the weather didn’t stop the fisherman.
Despite the cold, fishing should be good on Lake Martin Saturday for the annual stop of the Alabama Bass Trail and its $10,000 first place prize.
Alexander City’s spring soccer season is back for youth athletes once again and, on the heels of the lowest lows last season, some highs followed.
Registration is looming for the 2021 Alexander City Parks and Recreation baseball and softball season.
The bragging stops when the tailgate drops.
With the COVID-19 pandemic throwing a wrench into everyone’s plans, people are finding ways to get creative. With many colleges being forced to cancel golf tournaments, Willow Point Golf & Country Club is taking matters into its own hands by hosting a tournament for college players and a…
With Thanksgiving in the books, many are looking to find ways to relax or shed off pounds gained over the holidays. The Charles E. Bailey Sportplex is able to fit nearly every outdoor need to work off some of the turkey and fixings during the extended weekend.
After feeling like couch potatoes for the better part of the year, locals are stretching their legs with a flag football league based in Alex City.
Dozens of locals and businesses have teamed up, raising money and prayers for Dadeville native Maddie McClendon who was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of ovarian cancer in October at the age of just 18.
As an athlete, you should always be looking to get faster, stronger and smarter. Testing and pushing yourself to new limits builds character and discipline, not just physically but mentally as well.
From 4:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Wind Creek State Park Boat Ramp, Wind Creek will be hosting the OGS Bass Trail tournaments. The event is the second round of six being held by Wind Creek and will feature some of the top anglers in the state competing for bragging rights and thousands of do…
Hiking season can be year-round in the Lake Martin area as trails abound, and what better way to end a tough year than to get fresh air by walking around and seeing the breathtaking sights that surround us?
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