Interior Newswire Report News
Ignitions officially begun on 2023 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Following a successful test burn this morning, ignitions have officially begun on the Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn.
Blue Ridge Parkway Projects near Roanoke, Virginia, underway
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Slope repairs between milepost 121.4 and 136 are complete and the parkway in that section is now open. Motorists are asked to be mindful of wildlife in the area when traveling this section.
Wenstrup: The Biden Administration Tried to Hide CDC Director Walensky’s Testimony from the American People
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
elect Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) opened today’s hearing titled “Oversight of CDC Policies and Decisions During the COVID-19 Pandemic” by noting that America’s public health authorities — including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — caused significant damage during the pandemic with unscientific policies and confusing guidance
Army Corps of Engineers waives day use fees at recreation areas in observance of Army Corps of Engineers Birthday and Juneteenth Celebration
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that it will waive day use fees at more than 2,850 USACE-operated recreation areas nationwide in observance of the USACE birthday, June 16, and Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19.
Corps of Engineers identifies Little Lake Harbor as critical need for dredging
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
he U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District identifies Little Lake Harbor, located near Newberry, Michigan, as a critical need for dredging due to significant shoaling and shoreline flooding.
FY 2023 Grants totaling $1,608,516 from Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs to Support Financial Management in the Northern Mariana Islands
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Insular Affairs has announced $1,608,516 in fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Technical Assistance Program grant funding that will help address financial management concerns and support the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI).
Reclamation announces public meeting regarding the 2021 Reinitiation of Consultation on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
On June 13, 2023, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 pm, Reclamation will hold a quarterly meeting to provide an update on the development of the biological assessment for the 2021 Reinitiation of Consultation on the Long-Term Operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project, pursuant to the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act.
Manchin Announces $1M from Program Established by Great American Outdoors Act for Deferred Maintenance Projects at Monongahela National Forest
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
On June 8, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service is investing $1,092,000 from the National Parks and Public Legacy Restoration Fund (NPPLRF) to address three deferred maintenance projects in West Virginia’s Monongahela National Forest.
Rangers seeking information on individuals harassing bison calf
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Summer is a great time to see wildlife in Grand Teton National Park among wildflowers, sagebrush flats, and meandering creeks. It’s important to view wildlife safely, responsibly and ethically.
Open House Event Will Highlight New Exhibit About Black Women of the Suffrage Movement
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Salem Maritime National Historic Site will host an open house reception on June 8 from 5-7 p.m. to celebrate the installation of the exhibit, A Tower of Strength: Black Women of the Suffrage Movement at the Salem Armory Regional Visitor Center (located at 2 New Liberty Street, Salem).
Colonial NHP holding public meeting about major upcoming parkway rehabilitation project
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
June 22 meeting will provide information about $123 million project funded by the Great American Outdoors Act
Evening on the Lake: Andrew Carnegie
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
The first 2023 Evening on the Lake program, Andrew Carnegie, will be presented on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 7:00 pm in the Club House.
Olympic National Park anticipates opening the Hurricane Ridge area this summer
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Olympic National Park hopes to re-open the Hurricane Ridge area to visitors this summer, but significant work remains to be done, according to park officials.
Gettysburg National Military Park Announces Upcoming Road Paving Project
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Beginning on June 12, park roads on the southern portion of the battlefield will be repaved.
It was love at first sight for long-time Okatibbee Lake Park manager
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
In 1972 when he was growing up in Newton County, Mississippi, Mark Dean visited Okatibbee Lake when it first opened.
2023 Backcountry Hikes at Pecos
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
Pecos National Historical Park will offer two special backcountry hikes this June.
Barrasso: Workforce and Forest Management are Key Wildfire Priorities
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
On June 8, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), delivered remarks at a hearing to examine the federal response to escalating wildfires and to evaluate reforms to land management and wildland firefighter recruitment and retention.
Sessions & Grothman Press DHS on Diverting Personnel to Manage the Biden Border Crisis
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 8, 2023
DHS diverting employees from Federal Air Marshal Service, U.S. Secret Service, and USCIS to the southwest border
Committee Investigates Cybersecurity Threats and Vulnerabilities at DOI
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 7, 2023
On June 7, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing to examine the ongoing cybersecurity threats facing the Department of the Interior (DOI) and the nexus to state-sponsored cyber actors, like the People's Republic of China. Subcommittee Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) released the following statement in response:
Bureau of Land Management opens new facilities partially funded by the Great American Outdoors Act
By Interior Newswire Report | Jun 7, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management is proud to announce the opening of new facilities in Maupin for the BLM and partners, including regional Tribes, to coordinate management of some of Oregon’s most treasured natural resources.