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BLM Colorado State Director Doug Vilsack announced the selection of Gordon Toevs as the new Associate State Director. Toevs, a 17-year BLM veteran, has been acting in the position since October.
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BLM adds virtual meeting for public input on potential changes to solar energy program
Due to substantial public interest, the Bureau of Land Management has added one more virtual session to its series of public scoping meetings seeking input on potential changes to its solar energy program.
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BLM Announces John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council Meeting
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that the John Day-Snake Resource Advisory Council (JDSRAC) will meet for a formal business meeting of the council February 22 to 23, 2023.
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State Land Office, BLM New Mexico Announce Partnership to Improve Continental Divide Trail Access
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) New Mexico Office has acquired a right-of-way from the New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) to improve recreational access along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDNST), the agencies announced today.
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BLM to host public scoping meetings on proposed recreation area near Apache Junction
The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Lower Sonoran Field Office invites public input on a proposed developed recreation area near Apache Junction.
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BLM approves construction of Desert Quartzite solar project
The Bureau of Land Management announces the start of construction of the Desert Quartzite solar project near Blythe in eastern Riverside County, advancing the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to combat the climate crisis by supporting the development of renewable energy.
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Bureau of Land Management extends public scoping period for Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Mine Project
The 30-day public scoping period for the proposed Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron project began on December 20, 2022 and extended through January 20, 2023.
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BLM investing more than $600,000 to improve Sand Wash Basin Herd Management Area
In order to improve wild horse management and wildlife habitat for greater sage-grouse and other wildlife species in Sand Wash Basin, the Bureau of Land Management is announcing it will invest $625,000 in the Sand Wash Basin Herd Management Area to better manage the wild horse population through increased fertility control and small-scale gathers.
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DOI-BLM offers new grant application process starting Feb. 10
IIJA Bureau of Land Management Colorado Plant Conservation and Restoration Management Program grant opened on Feb. 10.
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Sprinkler save at Canyon Visitor Education Center, Yellowstone National Park
News Release: * Return to The Civil War.
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DOI-BLM offers new grant application process starting Feb. 10
IIJA Bureau of Land Management Utah Cultural and Paleontological Resource Management grant opened on Feb. 10.
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National Park Service awards $4.48 million to help preserve America’s equal rights history
News Release: When you consider the words “National Park" what images come to mind?
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BLM to conduct prescribed burn at Bruneau Duck Ponds to enhance wetland habitat
News Release: BOISE, Idaho - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game will conduct a prescribed burn at the CJ Strike Bruneau Duck Ponds located 12 miles south of Mountain Home between Feb. 9 and March 31, 2023, depending on weather and vegetation conditions. The 93-acre burn will enhance wetland habitat and improve recreation opportunities.
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Under the Floorboards: Preserving Newspapers from 1927
News Release: By Alisson Vera. As one of the fastest growing cities in Oregon, Bend saw more than 267,000 people floating down the Deschutes River during the 2021 river recreation season - up 30% from 2020. Carving its way through canyons and beautiful desert landscapes, the Deschutes River is a 250-mile river that...
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Newland: 'We are supporting Tribal sovereignty and economic development'
The diversified Alaska Native investment corporation Bristol Bay Native Corporation was among nearly 20 American Indian Tribes and Alaska Native entities that received more than $2.5 million from a U.S. Department of the Interior Indian Affairs grant program for developing Tribal energy resources.
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Sue Charles
News Release: Quick Facts. Significance: Korean War Buffalo Soldier and Medal of Honor Recipient. Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York. Date of Birth: Aug. 26, 1927. Place of Death: Haman, South Korea. Date of Death: August 6, 1950. Place of Burial: Long Island National Cemetery. Cemetery Name: Farmingdale, New York. William...
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Hilda Green Demsky
News Release: Danielle Lowrey and Katherine Russell, Orutsararmiut Native Council. Danielle Lowery was born and raised in Bethel, Alaska. She received her bachelor's degree in marine biology at the University of Alaska Southeast and then returned to her hometown to work for her Tribe. She now serves as the fisheries...
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