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Public Meeting – Salt River Re-Regulation Dam/Lake Sturgeon Releases
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Mark Twain Lake invites everyone to the M.W. Boudreaux Memorial Visitor Center on April 20, 2023, at 6:00 pm for a public meeting to discuss lake sturgeon relative to the Salt River/re-regulation dam.
USACE reduces target flows from Lake Okeechobee
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District will reduce releases from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie and Caloosahatchee River Estuaries beginning Saturday, April 15.
Hamilton City’s new levee stands up to major storms of 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
In the past, residents of Hamilton City eyed the Sacramento River with uneasy wariness when facing a series of major rainstorms.
Lasting Impressions: Kansas City District establishes district-wide Summer Student Intern Program
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
As the school year winds down, many college students will be focused on finals and making plans for the summer. For those looking for professional experience in the form of a summer internship, there are seemingly endless options available.
Great Bridge Locks on adjusted schedule
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
Due to an electrical infrastructure malfunction at the Great Bridge facility, the lock is being operated on generator power.
USACE and Harlan County Lake conduct community emergency preparedness exercise
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
A tabletop exercise was conducted in Superior, Nebraska, on April 12, 2023, by local emergency management agencies for Harlan County Lake in conjunction with the Kansas City District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Rock protection project begins on portions of the Harlan County Dam
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District has begun construction on a project placing a rock, also called riprap, overlay on portions of the upstream side of Harlan County Dam, near Republican City, Nebraska.
Memphis District retires a legacy, replaces with faster, better, brighter model
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Memphis District officially welcomed a new, $25.5 million Bank Grading Unit (BGU), April 11, 2023, when it docked at its new home port at Ensley Engineer Yard in Memphis, Tennessee.
Memphis District retires legacy grader, replaces with new, faster, more efficient model
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Memphis District officially welcomed a new, $25.5 million Bank Grading Unit (BGU), April 11, 2023, when it docked at its new home port at Ensley Engineer Yard in Memphis, Tennessee
Missouri River Spring Virtual Public Meeting - Make Up - April 20
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
A virtual public meeting hosted by the Missouri River Water Management Division has been scheduled for April 20 at 1 p.m. central time.
Big-cat Owners Must Register by June 18
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
Individuals who own big cats such as lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, jaguars, cougars or hybrids of these species must register them with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by end of the day June 18, 2023, to comply with requirements of the Big Cat Public Safety Act.
Fremont student wins California’s Digital Junior Duck Stamp Contest
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
An acrylic painting of an American Wigeon is California’s entry in the 2023 Federal Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program art contest. Michelle Lin, age 16, of Fremont, California, won Best of Show with her work titled, "Glimpse of Temperance”.
Service Works with Partners to Unveil Mural of World’s Most Endangered Wolf at Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The Red Wolf Center at Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge has transformed from a once non-descript utilitarian facility to a work of art that Tyrrell County, North Carolina can proudly showcase.
Being a good neighbor: Firefighters at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge assist local community with wildland fire response
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
When emergencies arise like wildfires, it’s important to know that you can count on your neighbors. We at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have the qualified firefighters and necessary equipment to work with local communities and our counterparts in state, federal and tribal governments, when it is safe to do so.
Final Rule for the Experimental Population of Sihek
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced the publication of the final rule establishing a nonessential experimental population of sihek (Guam kingfisher) on Palmyra Atoll, which is co-managed by The Nature Conservancy and the Service.
National Park Service to Conduct Prescribed Fires, April 24 - May 31
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The areas where prescribed fire is to occur are listed below
Part of Fort Totten Park closed for public safety after discovery of metal canisters
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
On April 18, a National Park Service employee found two metal canisters in a mound of soil in Fort Totten Park. Out of an abundance of caution and until more research can be completed, the park is closed just east of Fort Totten Drive, south of Gallatin Street, and north of Brookland Ave NE/Farragut St.
Blue Ridge Parkway Volunteer of the Year awards announced
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
In recognition of National Volunteer Week, Blue Ridge Parkway managers today announced the 2022 Volunteer of the Year award recipients, honoring those who have made exemplary contributions to the preservation, protection, and enjoyment of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
El Malpais National Monument to Host Fire and Ice Native American Art and Dance Gathering May 20-21, 2023
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
Save the date for the Fire and Ice Native American Art and Dance Gathering on Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21, 2023, at El Malpais National Monument.
Cape Hatteras National Seashore announces limited parking availability at Oregon Inlet boat ramps during pavement improvement project
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
From the evening of April 23 through the afternoon of April 27, parking availability will be limited at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Oregon Inlet public boat ramps during a project to place permanent pavement markings in the parking lot.