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Coast Guard Contending With Oil Spill
The Unified Command, consisting of the Coast Guard and the Louisiana Oil Spill Coordinator’s Office (LOSCO), continue to respond to mitigate public safety and environmental threats from an uncontrolled oil and natural gas discharge in coastal Louisiana. As of 11:00 a.m., the Unified Command has more than 170 responders supporting response efforts. This includes the
Changes Happening With Endangered Species
NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) today announced a proposed rule to rescind the regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The current definition, which includes habitat modification as a form of “take,” runs counter to the best reading of “take” under the ESA,
In-Water Boat Show Returns to Indianola Fishing Marina
From May 30 through June 1, the Indianola Fishing Marina in Port Lavaca, TX, will host the Annual In-Water Boat Show. This unique show will give anglers and boaters the chance to test bay boats directly on the water. Set along Powderhorn Bayou, Indianola Fishing Marina offers a relaxed setting ideal for this hands-on event.
Black Bear Kills Man In Florida
In a shocking and unprecedented incident, an 88-year-old man and his dog were killed in what officials believe was a black bear attack near Jerome, Florida, early Monday morning. According to ABC News, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) confirmed this as the first fatal bear attack ever recorded in the state. The
TX Teen Promotes Conservation
At 18 years old, Faith Moore of Orange, Texas, has already made a name for herself in the world of wildlife photography. Gaining a reputation as a teen for her award-winning images of mountain goats and bighorn sheep, Faith is combining her passion for nature with a deep commitment to conservation education. “I want my
Delta Applauds America the Beautiful Act
The America the Beautiful Act introduced by Sens. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and Angus King (I-Maine) on May 1 would reauthorize the Legacy Restoration Fund to invest $2 billion over the next eight years in critical infrastructure for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Park Service, Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, as well as the
Residents in Cameron County Vote to Incorporate SpaceX City of ‘Starbase, Texas’
Elon Musk’s influence in Texas has grown as Cameron County voters overwhelmingly approved the incorporation of a new town for SpaceX employees. SpaceX’s spaceport, now known as the City of Starbase, is located in the Rio Grande Valley near Boca Chica in southeastern Texas. The city has around 300 adults who reside there, in addition
Texas Lawmakers Weigh Border Security, Illegal Immigration Bills in Last Month of Session
Texas lawmakers remain active in addressing border security and illegal immigration in the 89th Legislative Session, with several pieces of legislation currently under consideration in both the state House and Senate. Illegal immigration through the U.S.-Mexico border has markedly improved since President Donald Trump entered office in January. A report from U.S. Customs and Border
Texas House and Senate Strike Property Tax Deal on Homestead, Business Exemptions
A repeat of the property tax feud of 2023 looks unlikely as the two chambers of the Texas Legislature have struck a deal on homestead and business property taxes well in advance of “sine die,” the last day of the legislative session, on June 2. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) announced in the Senate Local
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Faces Political Crosswind Over Chronic Wasting Disease Rules
Few government agencies in Texas carry a title that evokes as much goodwill as the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) — conjuring images of sprawling state parks, cherished outdoor traditions, and a hunting and fishing industry deeply woven into the state’s culture. But for a growing number of ranchers and rural landowners, that once-sterling
Drama on the Agenda for Harley-Davidson’s May 14 annual shareholders meeting
The latest drama began with Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz’s announcement of retirement on April 9, 2025. He has occupied the position since 2020. Zeitz stated at the time that he intends to stay on board until a replacement is found. Since then, shareholder H Partners Management has come forth to say that they want Zeitz
Choosing the Best Jig Head for the Job
We anglers certainly overthink things at times, and choosing jig heads to match up with swimbaits and paddletails might be an example. After all, we all know that most fishing tackle is designed to catch the fisherman, not the fish. And while in some cases it may not matter one iota, in others, having the
