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Feds propose protection for hefty Suwannee alligator snapping turtle

A rare prehistoric looking turtle only found in south Georgia and north Florida might soon gain federal protection ... Read more

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Reptile dealer arrested on Lacey Act and firearms charges

VALDOSTA, Ga. – A reptile dealer, with a residence in Valdosta, Georgia, appeared in Columbia, South Carolina, federal court ... Read more

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‘A real gem’: Wetland at Lakeshore Park in Dalton an ‘outdoor classroom’

DALTON, Ga. — Dalton State College ornithologist David DesRochers said the college began studying animal and plant populations ... Read more

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Animals seek safety in swamp fire

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Thomasville readies for annual Rose Show and Festival

The Rose Show and Festival celebrates its 96th year April 27-29 in historic downtown Thomasville. A Southeastern tradition ... Read more

Columns

Column: Wonder what that turtle was thinking?

MOULTRIE, Ga. —  A while back I stopped by a spot on the Ochlocknee River to reminisce. It ... Read more

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Column: Wonder what that turtle was thinking?

MOULTRIE, Ga.  —   A while back I stopped by a spot on the Ochlocknee River to reminisce. ... Read more