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Interior Department discusses Conservation and Landscape Health on April 3
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page proposed rule on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
BLM plans to conduct prescribed fire in Socorro County on Chupadera Mesa
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: SOCORRO, N.M. -The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Socorro Field Office, in cooperation with the New Mexico State Land Office, plans to conduct a prescribed fire on Chupadera Mesa east of Socorro, N.M., between now and April 30, 2023. The operation is weather dependent. The BLM will treat up to 1,742...
Public Input Sought for Draft Pedestrian Access Plan Environmental Assessment
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Comments may be submitted online via the link above, in-person, or can be mailed to the park at the address below.
BLM seeks public input on treatments for threatened plant in southwest Idaho
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: BOISE, Idaho - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking public comment on a proposal to conduct habitat improvement treatments for slickspot peppergrass (Lepidium papilliferum), a threatened plant species found only in southwestern Idaho. Treatments would include applying herbicide, seeding and seedling planting to create more suitable and sustainable habitat in areas currently degraded by fire and invasive grasses.
Serving in the Congress, 1790 to 1800
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: Put yourself in the shoes of a member of Congress, meeting in Congress Hall in Philadelphia from 1790 to 1800. What was a day in session like? What occupied the men when they were not in session?
New traffic pattern coming April 15 to the northern section of George Washington Memorial Parkway
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: McLean, Va.- On Saturday, April 15, the National Park Service (NPS) will implement a new, temporary traffic pattern on George Washington Memorial Parkway between I-495 and Route 123 for the next phase of the North Parkway Rehabilitation Project. Drivers should observe traffic signs, respect the 40-mph speed limit, expect delays through narrow travel lanes and plan alternate routes.
Find Your “Park Story” at Haleakalā National Park during the return of National Park Week April 22-30, 2023
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: KULA, Maui - Haleakalā National Park is hosting a week of fun during National Park Week and encouraging all to share their special connections with the park. All National Park Week events are free but park entrance fees still apply.
A Meddling Royal Official: Turnout at a Famous Colonial Election in Westchester County, New York
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: A Meddling Royal Official: Turnout at a Famous Colonial Election in Westchester County in 1733.
Interior Department discusses HEARTH Act Approval of Southern Ute Indian Tribe of the Southern Ute Reservation, Colorado Leasing Ordinance on April 3
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Interior Department publishes 106 notices in February
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
There were 106 notices published by the Interior Department in February, according to the Federal Register.
Record Snowfall at Great Basin National Park
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: BAKER, NV - The winter of 2022-2023 has brought record snowfall to the South Snake Range and Great Basin National Park. On April 1, 2023, two of three snowpack measurement locations within the park revealed snowpack depths several inches greater than records set in 1952 and 2005.
Self-Governance PROGRESS Act Negotiated Rulemaking Committee; Notice of Meeting discussed on April 3 by Interior Department
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on April 3, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace Kicks Off 2023 Presenter Series, “Lincoln In Historical Memory”, With Guest Speaker Todd Van Beck
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: HODGENVILLE Ky - The first presenter of the year, Todd Van Beck, will kick off the 2023 presenter series, “Lincoln in Historical Memory", on Friday, April 21, at 1:00 p.m. (EDT). This free program will take place at the Abraham Birthplace National Historical Park Visitor Center Auditorium.
Shenandoah National Park announces public meeting to discuss Old Rag pilot program
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: LURAY, VA - Shenandoah National Park will host a virtual public meeting April 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. to share analysis of the data collected during the Old Rag pilot program.
Fourth grade class at San Francisco elementary school wins park’s 50th anniversary poster contest
By Interior Newswire | Apr 4, 2023
News Release: SAN FRANCISCO-Appreciation, stewardship, education, preservation and inspiration - these words adorn the winning artwork submitted for Golden Gate National Recreation Area’s 50th anniversary poster contest. The talented students of Ms. Szetzo’s fourth grade class at Gordon J. Lau Elementary used colored pencils to create their vision for the park’s future.
Ranger Hikes, Book Signing, and Vintage Baseball to Commemorate the 161st Shiloh Battle Anniversary
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 4, 2023
Shiloh National Military Park will commemorate the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Shiloh by offering a variety of real-time hikes from Thursday, April 6, through Saturday, April 8, a book signing, and then a Vintage Baseball double-header baseball game on Saturday, April 15.
Congressional Record publishes “LOWER ENERGY COSTS ACT” in the House section on March 30
By Interior Newswire | Apr 3, 2023
“LOWER ENERGY COSTS ACT” was published on pages H1662-H1668 of the Congressional Record on March 30.
Congressional Record publishes “Senate Committee Meetings” in the Daily Digest section on March 29
By Interior Newswire | Apr 3, 2023
The Daily Digest section of the Congressional Record published “Senate Committee Meetings” on March 29.
Reclamation announces temporary closure at Stony Gorge Reservoir
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation has scheduled a recreation area temporary closure at Stony Gorge Reservoir on April 5 while CAL FIRE is conducting overwater air rescue training for a statewide class.
Reclamation announces New Melones Lake summer operating hours and temporary closures
By Interior Newswire Report | Apr 3, 2023
The Bureau of Reclamation will begin to phase in summer operating hours at New Melones beginning April 1.