News from August 2023
Interior Department discusses Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records on Aug. 16
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
The US Interior Department published a four page notice on Aug. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
July 6, 1787: Haggling over a Compromise
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: "So many forms of government I believe never were contrived before they are floating about here in all directinos like Spectators worlds some half-finished, some a quarter, the greatest part but just begun-mere political tadpoles.".
Biden-Harris administration invests $1.2 million in financial assistance to reduce wildfire risk, increase awareness in New Mexico
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: SANTA FE, N.M. - The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office today announced that it has awarded a new financial assistance agreement to New Mexico Counties for community wildfire risk reduction, planning, and outreach. The more than $1.2 million award is using funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to improve the wildfire resiliency of our nation’s lands and protect homes and businesses from increasingly extreme fire seasons being driven by climate change.
Black Canyon and Curecanti seek public comment on proposed fee changes (Gunnison,)
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: GUNNISON, Colo. - The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking the public’s comment on changes to campground and boating fee increases under consideration for Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area. The proposed changes would take effect in January 2024.
Access Wayside: Unusual Pocket Beach
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
World War II Weekend at Eisenhower National Historic Site
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: GETTYSBURG, PA - Join National Park Service staff to commemorate the events of 1943 for Eisenhower National Historic Site’s (NHS) 2023 World War II Weekend event. The theme for this year’s events is “1943: America at War." The year 1943 saw the American people take park in a global struggle against fascism...
Access Wayside: What Do Park Rangers Do?
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Notice published on Aug. 16 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Aug. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Access Wayside: Sounds of the Sea
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Inventions from the World's Columbian Exposition
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: When Chicago was chosen as the city to host the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893, Frederick Law Olmsted was called on to adapt his initial designs for the South Park Commission site, now called Jackson Park, Washington Park, and the Midway Plaisance, to be more appropriate for a fairground.
July 5, 1787: Bitter Arguments
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: "This country must be united. If persuasion does not unite it, the sword will.".
Current Happenings - August 18-20, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: There is something for everyone at your National Park for the Arts! Check out these summer events and plan your trip today.
Pea Ridge National Military Park to Host Take a Walk on the Wild Side on Saturday, September 2, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Pea Ridge National Military Park to Host Take a Walk on the Wild Side on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.
Catoctin Mountain Park announces temporary closures August 17 – 18, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Thurmont, Md. - Due to increased security measures, portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 17. Closures are scheduled to continue through approximately 8:00 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.
Pea Ridge National Military Park to Host “Raise the banner. Raise it high, boys!” on Saturday, August 26, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Pea Ridge National Military Park to Host “Raise the banner. Raise it high, boys!" on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023.
Access Wayside: "Hot Line" to Europe
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Access Wayside: Cobbling the Cove
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Access Wayside: Once a Busy Waterfront
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Access Acadia: Inclusive Descriptions of Park Destinations.
Electronic Provision of Records During an Audit; Correction discussed on Aug. 16 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page rule on Aug. 16, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Hidden Fire Fact Sheet
By Interior Newswire | Aug 17, 2023
News Release: Start Date: Tuesday, August 15 at 07:58 p.m.