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Cherokee Orchard Road and Twin Creeks Trail to close January 9 to January 13 for maintenance work

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials will close Cherokee Orchard Road Monday, January 9 through Friday, January 13 while crews install boulders along the road shoulders.


Winter Vistas: The Battle Begins in Earnest

On Saturday, January 14, at 2 pm, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will present a special ranger-led hike exploring the events that occurred in the early hours of September 19, 1863.


Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve announces the 2023 Battle of New Orleans Commemoration at Chalmette Battlefield

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve is pleased to announce the commemoration of the 208th anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans


National monument redesignated Pullman National Historical Park

Legislation signed by the President on December 29, 2022, includes a provision that changes the designation of Pullman National Monument to Pullman National Historical Park.


Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park Prepares for the Texas White House Rehabilitation Project

From Monday, January 2, through Wednesday, January 4, the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall, Texas will begin preparation for the Texas White House Rehabilitation Project, funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA).


New Philadelphia National Historic Site established as America’s 424th national park

New Philadelphia National Historic Site has been established as the newest national park to commemorate the history of early 19th century Black pioneers in Illinois.


Fire Crews Prepare for 2023 Prescribed Fire Season

During the spring months of 2023, fire crews will conduct prescribed fire operations in the Tennessee District of the park.


Big Thicket National Preserve Seeks Assistance from Public for Exotic Species Removal

Due to an unexpected introduction of exotic axis deer, Big Thicket National Preserve is allowing hunters who already have a Big Sandy Creek Unit hunting permit to dispatch any axis deer that they find.


Park announces Finding of No Significant Impact for the Wears Valley Mountain Bike Trail System

The National Park Service issued a decision and a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Wears Valley Mountain Bike Trail System Environmental Assessment (EA).


Playalinda Beach at Canaveral National Seashore Reopens with Limited Access

On January 3rd, Playalinda Beach, Canaveral National Seashore will reopen to the public, with limited parking and beach access.


Gulf Islands National Seashore Closes in Preparation for Severe Weather

Gulf Islands National Seashore will close some Florida Areas of the park to all visitors beginning at 6 p.m. December 29, in preparation for severe weather.


Great Smoky Mountains National Park welcomes new park ranger to oversee Lands Office

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials recently selected staff park ranger Joshua Johnson to serve as the park’s Lands Specialist to provide dedicated oversight of lands entrusted to the National Park Service


Wicker Celebrates Commerce Committee Provisions in National Defense Bill

Wicker Celebrates Commerce Committee Provisions in National Defense Bill


Wicker, Grassley Urge DOJ Inspector General to Investigate Abuses at the Commerce Department

Wicker, Grassley Urge DOJ Inspector General to Investigate Abuses at the Commerce Department





Shelby: FY23 Omnibus Package Strengthens National Defense

Shelby: FY23 Omnibus Package Strengthens National Defense


Top Republicans Request Information on NY Comptroller’s Decision to Delay Report Showing Rampant Fraud

Top Republicans Request Information on NY Comptroller’s Decision to Delay Report Showing Rampant Fraud