News from September 2023
July 16, 1787: The Great Compromise Passes
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: "Although we could not do what we thought best in itself, we ought to do something.".
Annual Old Fashioned Spelling Bee and Ice Cream Social on Labor Day at Homestead National Historical Park
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Beatrice, NE - On Monday, September 4, 2023, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Freeman School, join in that time honored tradition of the Annual Old Fashioned Spelling Bee. Stick around after the Bee for a free Ice Cream Social, complete with games and activities that schoolchildren would have played back in the homestead era.
"Spine of Steel": Mamie Eisenhower in World War II
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: During World War II, Dwight “Ike" Eisenhower would achieve some of the greatest accomplishments of his military career, though he didn’t do it alone. He relied on the support of his wife of twenty-five years, Mamie. While Ike took up military positions overseas, Mamie remained in the United States. She...
Dr. Bill Sayre wins National Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Jemez Springs, NM - On Thursday, Aug. 23, 2023, one of Valles Caldera’s wonderful volunteers, Dr. Bill Sayre, received the 2022 George and Helen Hartzog Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. You can watch the award ceremony on this web page: Live Events | U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov).
Swimming Beach at Great Kills Park is Closed For the 2023 Season
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Staten Island, NY -The beaches at Great Kills Park are closed for swimming. Bacterial levels in water samples taken from this body of water exceed local, state and National Park Service standards for recreational activity. Due to the increased human health risk, the National Park Service warns to avoid contact with these waters until further notice. For updates on this advisory, please go to Gateway National Recreation Area's website at www.nps.gov/gate or call 718-354-4606.
2023 National Wilderness Month Proclamation
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: “When we conserve our country’s landscapes and wilderness, we do more than preserve their beauty for our own enjoyment. We safeguard the future of people who depend on and sustain the land as a way of life - Indigenous peoples, farmers and ranchers, recreation businesses, and rural communities. We enshrine...
My Park Story: Alexandra Sines
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Where are you from? What was your pathway to the National Park Service?
Death Valley National Park Remains Closed due to Damage from Hilary Storm
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: DEATH VALLEY, Calif. - Death Valley National Park is still closed due to major flash flood damage. The park had its rainiest day ever during Hurricane Hilary on Aug. 20, receiving more rain than it normally does in an entire year.
What’s In a Name? Identity, Terminology, and Latino Heritage
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: There is not a single rule when referring to people of Latin American heritage. The question of whether to use “Hispanic," “Latino," “Latinx," or something else has been increasingly debated in our communities, and many express their own preferences.
Fort Pulaski has reopened after Hurricane Idalia
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: SAVANNAH, GA - Fort Pulaski National Monument has reopened following Hurricane Idalia. Park officials completed an assessment of the park’s facilities and resources on Thursday and found minimal damage. The national monument closed on August 28th in anticipation of impacts from the hurricane. All visitor...
Motor Vehicles Temporarily Restricted from Petersburg National Battlefield’s Eastern Front Unit Tour Road Due to Sink Hole
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: A sinkhole has developed near tour stop 4 of Petersburg National Battlefield’s Eastern Front Unit tour road. For safety reasons, motorized vehicles are restricted from entering the road. Park staff are working to implement emergency repairs, and a larger repair and paving project is planned for the area in 2024. The road is anticipated to be closed to vehicles for 2-3 weeks until emergency repairs can be completed safely.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore temporarily closes stretch of beach after conducting post-storm assessments
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: MANTEO, N.C. - Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) this afternoon temporarily closed a stretch of beach between the Buxton Beach Access and the area of the Buxton jetties. Seashore staff implemented the closure after substantial post-storm beach erosion was observed and reports of a strong smell of fuel were received from visitors.
Search Underway in Shenandoah National Park
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: LURAY, VA - A search is underway in Shenandoah National Park for Jerry Bailey. Mr. Bailey was reported missing to Shenandoah National Park Rangers early Sept. 1, 2023. His backpack was found in Pinefield Hut off Skyline Drive near mile 75.2.
Homestead National Historical Park to Host a Living History Extravanganza
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Beatrice, Nebraska - It’s a living history extravaganza! Experience history, at Homestead National Historical Park’s Education Center on Saturday, Sept. 2, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Historic chore demonstrations and crafts will be led by volunteers. Hands on crafts will include button toys, spinning...
Celebrating Labor Day on BLM-managed public lands
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: SALT LAKE CITY - For many, Labor Day weekend marks the final summer getaway, typically resulting in increased visitation to public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. As you plan your outdoor activities, BLM Utah urges responsible recreation.
Interior Department discusses Advisory Board of Exceptional Children on Sept. 1
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Sept. 1, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Buffalo Soldiers & National Parks
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Buffalo Soldiers & National Parks. Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. Grade Level: Adult Education. Subject: Social Studies. Before the creation of the National Park Service, the US Army were assigned to manage national parks. This included the Buffalo Soldiers who were assigned to protect...
Charles Carroll Glover
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Charles Carroll Glover was born in North Carolina, but moved to Washington, DC at the age of 8 to live with his paternal grandparents.
Annual Meadow Closures in Rocky Mountain National Park in Effect Beginning September 1 for Elk Rut Season
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: Beginning on Sept. 1, annual meadow closures go into effect in Rocky Mountain National Park to prevent the disturbance and harassment of elk during their fall mating season, also known as the elk rut. Meadow closures are also in place to enhance wildlife viewing experiences for all park visitors.
July 12, 1787: Progress Toward Compromise
By Interior Newswire | Sep 2, 2023
News Release: "Property in slaves should not be exposed to danger, under a government instituted for the protection of property.".