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Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Recreational red snapper season begins along Alabama's gulf coast
RANGE BEACH, Ala. (WKRG) — Just hours after the opening of recreational red snapper season, the catch started coming in at Boggy Point boat launch in Orange Beach. Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre, Daphne team up for Nicholson Center for the Arts Revitalization Project 'My wife said, 'Hey, if you catch any fish,' and I said no. We're bringing back dinner; just bank on it, and we are,' said Mike Murdock, who was driving down from Birmingham. They weren't the only ones who got their limit. 'I caught the biggest one I've caught so far,' said Tyler Cain, showing off his big catch. The bite was a little slow at first, depending on how far out you went. The best fishing is about 20 miles offshore. 'We caught a lot of small fish,' added Matt Hudson. 'A lot of 10-inch fish, 12.' That is reflected in the findings of the University of South Alabama's annual fish survey. The red snapper population is growing, but the average size of the fish is smaller. 'We got out there. We had a good day. Caught a few good ones,' said Dylan Dyson. The limit remains at two per person. The recreational season ends later this summer. Some Foley offices closing, service schedules changing for Memorial Day holiday Red snapper season for the charter fleet begins June 1. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Pensacola Beach lifeguards fully staffed and ready for Memorial Day weekend
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — Friday was a perfect beach day for people starting their weekend in the sand on Pensacola Beach. Tunnel to Towers gives mortgage-free home to fallen Air Force veteran's family in Fort Walton Beach 'We're super excited. We came all the way from Ocean Springs. So we're excited to play together as a family,' Regi Wood, a beachgoer said. 'I'm excited to be out here everyday. Memorial Day is really like the start of our great summer,' Bill Jordan, a Pensacola resident said. As crowds take to the shoreline, Pensacola Beach lifeguards are fully staffed and ready to go. 'We get everybody trained and ready and all the extra equipment and resources we need to all the locations,' Water Safety Deputy Chief Alex Johnson said. Lifeguards are staffed on Pensacola Beach, on Gulf Island National Seashore's Opal, Langdon and Johnson Beaches, and, starting Saturday, lifeguards will also be on Perdido Key Public Access #2. They're reminding people to always swim near a lifeguard. 'We want to stop the tragedy or the emergency from happening before it ever takes place,' Johnson said. 'So if you swim near a lifeguard we're going to come talk to you. We're going to tell you what the hazards of the day are, where the rip currents are and then we're going to continue to keep an eye on you and you're family.' Lifeguards are expecting yellow and possibly even green flags to fly this weekend. Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre, Daphne team up for Nicholson Center for the Arts Revitalization Project 'We're ready for a beautiful and fun weekend and we hope to make it a safe one for all of our residents and visitors on Pensacola Beach,' Johnson said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre, Daphne team up for Nicholson Center for the Arts Revitalization Project
DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre and the City of Daphne are partnering in a project to transform the Nicholson Center into a performing arts center. UPDATE: Mobile police investigating deadly crash as homicide; man found with gunshot wound According to an ESRT news release, the Nicholson Center for the Arts Revitalization Project is a multi-phase project that will 'transform the historic facility into a vibrant, fully equipped home for the performing arts.' 'With spaces for private lessons, rehearsals and professional-grade performances, the Nicholson Center will serve as a creative anchor for the community and a step toward establishing Daphne as a true arts destination on the Eastern Shore,' the release said. Among the upgrades are Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant walkways and parking, electrical improvements for safety and production and a new brick sign — and that's just the beginning, according to the release. 'These investments represent the first phase of a multi-stage vision for the Nicholson Center's revitalization,' the release said. 'This project is about more than just renovations,' ESRT Founder, Executive Director and Artistic Director Erin Langley said. 'It is about creating a space where students can discover their voices, where artists can do meaningful work and where the community can come together through the power of live performance.' According to the release, more than $175,000 in grants, donations and in-kind services have already been raised for the project: $49,900 from the Alabama State Council on the Arts $50,000 from the Cox Family Foundation $25,000 from the Daniel Foundation $10,000 from United Bank In-kind support from the City of Daphne, Crucible Construction, Swift Supply and 68 Ventures The next phase will focus on the center's technical capabilities, including new lighting truss and grid, a state-of-the-art lighting board and energy-efficient LED stage lighting, the release said. ESRT is continuing to raise funds for the project, 'with the goal of fully realizing the Nicholson Center's potential as a regional arts hub.' Mobile police warn residents to protect their cars, belongings For more information on the project or to donate, visit the ESRT website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
