Couple restores Mississippi land for 20 years; nearly 500 rare frogs released

For over two decades, Jim and Laura Currie have passionately worked to rejuvenate their land in Mississippi, joining forces with organizations to safeguard the endangered dusky gopher frog. In June 2026, they proudly launched a project, releasing almost 500 captive-bred frogs onto their revitalized property, with ongoing monitoring set to ensure these frogs flourish in their new home.