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Alabama PALS is proud to present a new Litter Pick-up Reporting Page!

Scan the QR code or click this link to be taken to the page where you can record your cleanup...

Pride in Our Roads: Keeping Alabama Scenic and Safe This Summer

By John Cooper, Director, Alabama Department of Transportation Summer is a time when many Alabamians take to the road to...

In Memory of Margaret McElroy

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our friend and former coworker, Margaret McElroy. We honor...

The Chairman’s Corner – Summer 2026

by Jeff Helms, Chairman God bless America, land that I love. Stand beside her and guide her, through the night...

Director’s Notes – Summer 2026

“After the Celebrations” This summer has been an extraordinary time for the United States of America!  Not only have we...

Message from our State Adopt-A-Mile Coordinator – Winter 2026

Message from Christy Waddell – State Adopt-A-Mile Coordinator When you notice litter in our great state of Alabama, do you...

Message from our Clean Campus State Coordinator – Winter 2026

Message from Shay Grant – Clean Campus State Coordinator Happy New Year! Now is the perfect time to incorporate cleanups...

Message from AL DOT – Winter 2026

Message from John Cooper – Director, Alabama Dept. of Transportation As we reflect on a successful 2025, I want to...

2025 Governor’s Awards – Image Gallery

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The Chairman’s Corner – Winter 2026

By Jeff Helms, Chairman, Alabama PALS Change, whether planned or unexpected, can create fear or opportunity. The choice is ours....

Bear Exploration Center: Growing Green Leaders for Alabama

By Mary Bonikowski, Bear Visual Arts Teacher and Green Team Sponsor For more than a decade, Bear Exploration Center in...

2025 Alabama Coastal Clean-Up

Images from the 38th Annual Alabama Coastal Clean-Up can be found below. For more information about this program please visit...