Crystal Huggins

1 day ago | beaumontenterprise.com | Crystal Huggins

Gulf Center for Sea Turtle Research received a report of an unexpected visitor: a mother Kemp’s ridley sea turtle on the upper Texas coast. On Tuesday, the GCSTR team recovered its sixth Kemp’s ridley sea turtle nest of the season. Thanks to the sharp eyes of a security camera at the Seahorse Bar & Grill in Surfside, this heartwarming moment was caught on camera. Article continues below this adThe female was first spotted on security footage around 3 a.m. on the beach.

1 day ago | beaumontenterprise.com | Crystal Huggins

The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network report finding a young dolphin calf entangled in fishing line off Port Aransas. TMMS made the announcement late Wednesday afternoon. A team of TMMS, NOAA Fisheries Service, and local partners are working together to monitor the juvenile dolphin caught in fishing line. Article continues below this adDespite partial disentanglement, the calf swims alongside its mother, still trailing some gear.

1 day ago | manisteenews.com | Crystal Huggins

Pet-friendly beaches in Michigan. Brighton Dog Photography/Getty ImagesNow that summer's here, beaches are the perfect way to soak up the sun and cool off by the waves. What could make a beach day even better? Bring along your furry friend. Pack your treats and leash up for sand, surf, and tail-wagging fun. Here’s a guide to paw-some dog-friendly beaches across the state.

1 day ago | bigrapidsnews.com | Crystal Huggins

Now that summer's here, beaches are the perfect way to soak up the sun and cool off by the waves. What could make a beach day even better? Bring along your furry friend. Pack your treats and leash up for sand, surf, and tail-wagging fun. Here's a guide to paw-some dog-friendly beaches across the state.

2 days ago | bnd.com | Crystal Huggins

U.S Navy Secretary John Phelan has until Tuesday to rename the United States Naval Ship Harvey Milk following an order from U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The vessel is named for Harvey Milk, a Navy Korean War veteran and pioneer gay rights activist who became the first openly gay man elected to public office in California. He was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1977.