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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today that based on a review of the best available science, the Chowanoke crayfish is not in danger of extinction now, or likely to become so within the foreseeable future, and does not warrant listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
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New Lock at the Soo reauthorized in WRDA 2022 at $3.219 billion
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District New Lock at the Soo Project in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is reauthorized in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) 2022 on Dec 23, 2022. The project reauthorization amount is $3.219 billion.
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Secluded isopod likely to face few population threats in the near future
On December 29, 2022, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will publish a 12-month petition finding that the Rye Cove isopod, an eyeless unpigmented cave invertebrate, does not currently warrant listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
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Notice of Intent published to draft Management Plan for Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have published a Federal Register Notice of Intent (NOI) to draft a Monument Management plan.
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Snail Species Columbia Oregonian Found Not Warranted For Listing Under Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) has completed its review of a petition to list the Columbia Oregonian under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Critical Habitat for ʻIʻiwi
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing critical habitat for ʻiʻiwi (scarlet honeycreeper) on the Hawaiian Islands of Kauaʻi, Maui, and Hawaiʻi.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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
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Taylor: 'Liz will be critical to our efforts' to deploy affordable clean energy
The U.S. Department of the Interior announced the new Bureau of Ocean Energy Management director.
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Interior Department publishes notice on Jan. 12
The US Interior Department published a two page notice on Jan. 12, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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