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Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) will hold a hearing titled “Using Cutting-Edge Technologies to Keep America Safe.

Wenstrup to Hold Hearing on Civil Liberty Violations During COVID-19 Pandemic

Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (R-Ohio) will hold a hearing titled “Churches vs. Casinos: The Constitution is not Suspended in Times of Crisis” to examine the constitutionality of federal, state, and local actions during the COVID-19 pandemic that infringed on the civil liberties of Americans.

Sessions Announces Hearing on Post-Pandemic Backlogs and Delays at Federal Agencies

Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) will hold a hearing titled “Please Leave Your Message at the Tone: Addressing Post-Pandemic Backlogs and Delays at Federal Agencies.

Community programs offered at Cosby Campground this summer

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials invite the public to attend Celebrating Cosby: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow community programs every Friday from June 23 through July 14 at the Cosby Campground Amphitheater.

Veteran NPS Manager Heidie Grigg Named Glen Canyon Chief of External Affairs

Heidie Grigg, a veteran NPS manager, has been named new Chief of External Affairs for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument by Superintendent Michelle Kerns.

BLM announces updated management strategies for Southeastern Oregon

The Bureau of Land Management today released a proposed resource management plan designed to preserve natural landscapes, primitive recreation, and scenic values in Southeastern Oregon.

Megan Parde selected as site manager of First Ladies National Historic Site

oday National Park Service (NPS) Regional Director Bert Frost announced the selection of Megan Parde as the new site manager of First Ladies National Historic Site in Ohio.

BLM campgrounds, roads open June 16

Shoshone Lake Road delayed until June 30

Bureau of Land Management to Revise Analysis for the Alton Coal Lease in Utah

In response to a court-ordered remand issued in Utah Physicians For A Healthy Env’t v. United States BLM, 528 F. Supp. 3d 1222 (D. Utah 2021), the Bureau of Land Management is initiating a process to revise aspects of the environment impact statement that supported the lease sale that resulted in the issuance of Alton Coal Development’s coal lease, UTU-81895, on public lands in Kane County, Utah.

BLM Issues sale notice for oil and gas lease sale in Wyoming

The Bureau of Land Management Wyoming State Office today issued the sale notice for a competitive oil and gas lease sale offering 115 parcels covering 95,351.20 acres in Wyoming scheduled for September 6, 2023

Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council to Meet in June

The Bureau of Land Management’s Rocky Mountain Resource Advisory Council (RAC) will meet at the BLM’s San Luis Valley Field Office on June 22, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT

BLM Cody delays Carter Mountain opening

The Bureau of Land Management Cody Field Office announced today that it will delay the opening of Carter Mountain until further notice due to recent heavy precipitation and snowmelt.

BLM waives day use fees in observance of Juneteenth

To honor Juneteenth National Independence Day and increase recreational access to public land, the Bureau of Land Management is waiving recreation standard amenity and day-use fees for visitors on June 19, 2023.

BLM Issues Temporary Closures and Restrictions on the Black Rock Playa

Closures are intended to protect sensitive resources during the Burning Man event

Manchin Announces $3 Million for West Virginia University Research Corporation Project to Help Decarbonize Food and Beverage Industry

On June 15, Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, announced $3 million through the U.S. Department of Energy to fund a project at West Virginia University (WVU) Research Corporation that will focus on developing an innovative fuel-flexible boiler capable of using fuels like hydrogen and natural gas to help decarbonize the food and beverage industry.

Reclamation and National Resources Conservation Service award $6 million for Klamath Basin salmon recovery

The Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service announced today 11 projects totaling $6 million to be awarded as part of three Klamath Basin Salmon Restoration grant programs. Partnering with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to administer funds, the grants will be combined with $9,395,146 in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of nearly $15 million.

Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective June 16th, 2023

News Release: BARTLETT COVE, ALASKA - Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Tom Schaff announced today that the 13-knot vessel speed limit in the lower West Arm between Gilbert Peninsula and Gloomy Knob is being lifted. New temporary whale waters are being implemented near Tlingit Point and...

Interior Department Proposes Rule to Bolster Solar and Wind Development on Public Lands, Continue Progress on Efficient and Responsible Permitting

News Release: WASHINGTON - The Department of the Interior today announced a proposed update of its renewable energy regulations to promote the development of solar and wind energy on public lands. The Bureau of Land Management’s proposed Renewable Energy Rule would reduce fees for these projects by around 80%, facilitate development in priority areas by streamlining review of applications, and deliver greater certainty for the private sector.

Oberlin Bend

News Release: The last bend in the road when approaching Logan Pass from the West Side, this viewpoint is a great place to see mountain goats and other subalpine wildlife.

Triple Arches