Interior Newswire Report News
Spring reservoir levels near average in eastern Montana for Memorial Day weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | May 25, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation announced that projected water levels and releases at most Reclamation-managed reservoirs in eastern Montana will be near average this Memorial Day weekend.
Kristin White selected as deputy regional director of operations
By Interior Newswire Report | May 25, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation’s California-Great Basin Region today announced the selection of Kristin White as deputy regional director of operations.
The BLM reminds visitors to recreate responsibly and safely on public lands during Memorial Day weekend and throughout summer
By Interior Newswire Report | May 25, 2023
As the nation reflects on the sacrifices made by United State Armed Service members who died serving our country, people will be heading outdoors for Memorial Day weekend to visit America’s public lands that are managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Bureau of Land Management announces June wild horse and burro adoption events in Wyoming
By Interior Newswire Report | May 25, 2023
The Bureau of Land Management kicks-off the summer with four wild horse adoptions in Wyoming in June. Untrained horses will be offered to qualified adopters on a first-come, first-served basis for a $125 fee (credit cards are the preferred payment method).
As Competition with China Intensifies, Senator Murray Makes Clear: America Cannot Stay Ahead Unless Our Investments Keep Pace
By Interior Newswire Report | May 25, 2023
Senator Murray: “China isn’t debating whether to invest in its future, or cut and cap the investments that keep it competitive, and China does not operate on CRs….If we want to stay competitive—if we want to stay ahead—we have to stay the course and build on our investments.”
National Park Service to Commemorate Battle of Cold Harbor
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
Richmond National Battlefield Park’s annual event features Ranger-led tours, living history programs, and lantern tour
All Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmachine Use
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The Superintendent of Denali National Park and Preserve has determined that there is not adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobile for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve on both sides of the Alaska Range.
Weather-permitting, Beartooth Highway (US-212) to open Friday, May 26
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
Weather-permitting, the Beartooth Highway (US-212), located east of the park’s Northeast Entrance between Red Lodge, Montana, and Cooke City, Montana, will open Friday, May 26 at 8 a.m.
Hiker fatality near Three-Mile Resthouse along Bright Angel Trail-May 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
On May 14 at approximately 9 p.m., the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report of an unresponsive hiker on the Bright Angel Trail above the Three-Mile Resthouse.
Shared CVA Internship
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
Applications are being accepted now through July 21, 2023 for a shared position with Pu‘ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site and Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail as a Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA) Intern.
GNP Vehicle Reservation System Begins May 26
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
Glacier National Park reminds visitors that vehicle reservations are required May 26 through September 10, 2023 for those entering the park by vehicle or motorcycle from 6 am to 3 pm at west side entrances including the North Fork, Camas and West entrances.
Incident On Taylor Peak In Rocky Mountain National Park
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
On Sunday afternoon, May 21, park rangers were notified via a satellite communication device that a 37-year-old male climber from Fort Collins, Colorado, had been injured in an approximate 30-foot roped fall in a mixed route on Taylor Peak.
Committee Investigates Administration's Efforts to Limit Access to Federal Lands
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
On May 24, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing to examine the Biden administration's ongoing efforts to limit access to federal lands and ignore the interests of local communities.
Committee Republicans Conduct Oversight of Increased Budget Requests, Lack of Results
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
On May 23, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held an oversight hearing on the president's Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 budget request for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Power Marketing Administrations (PMAs).
Funds Available for Endangered and Rescued Species Care During the Pandemic
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Association of Zoos and Aquariums today announced that $10 million is available in American Rescue Plan Act funding for eligible zoos and aquariums.
Corps, Pirates to host PNC Park Water Safety Night 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, in partnership with the Pittsburgh Pirates, will host Water Safety Night at PNC Park, June 2.
USACE reminds everyone to be water safe this Memorial Day weekend
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reminding everyone to practice good water safety habits over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.
USACE Transatlantic Division Reinforces Commitment to CENTCOM State Partnership Program at Adjutant General Conference
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Transatlantic Division made a significant impact at the U.S. Central Command's State Partnership Program Adjutant General Conference, held at the CENTCOM Headquarters, May 4-5, 2023.
Army Corps awards contract for Brigantine beach nourishment
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District awarded a contract to Norfolk Dredging Company for $14 million to conduct periodic nourishment of the Brigantine dune and berm Coastal Storm Risk Management project.
Hop Brook Lake beach in Middlebury, Conn., remains closed due to lake bacteria levels
By Interior Newswire Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District announced today that the swimming area at Hop Brook Lake in Middlebury, Conn., will remain closed until further notice.