News published on Federal Newswire in December 2022

News from December 2022



Black Rock Desert Artist-in-Residence Program Exhibits in Winnemucca and Elko, Nevada

The Bureau of Land Management, Black Rock Field Office, in partnership with Friends of Black Rock High Rock, will hold multiple art exhibits for the 2022 Artists in Residence.


BLM Kemmerer and Pinedale Field Offices announce big game winter range closures

The BLM Kemmerer and Pinedale field offices will close BLM-administered public big game winter ranges to all motorized vehicle travel from Jan. 1 through April 30, 2022.


The 17th Meeting of the U.S.-Swiss Joint Economic Commission  And Under Secretary Fernandez’s Engagement with the Swiss Delegation

Release: Assistant Secretary of State for European Affairs Karen Donfried and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Economic and Business Affairs Whitney Baird participated in the 17th meeting of the U.S.-Swiss Joint Economic Commission (JEC) with Swiss counterparts at the U.S. Department of State on December 15.


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News Release: * Return to The Civil War.


BLM High Desert District plans to conduct prescribed burns this winter

The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District plans to conduct slash pile prescribed burns on Rock Springs Field Office-managed lands this winter


News Release: The Justice Department announced today it has secured a settlement agreement with the San Bernardino City Unified School District to resolve the department’s investigation into the district’s educational program for English learners. The department investigation, conducted jointly by the Civil Rights ...


Caisson Platoon horses find a temporary home at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area

Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Army announce a new partnership to temporarily house and pasture the renowned Caisson Platoon horses, of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment, at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area, public lands managed by the BLM in Lorton, Virginia.


FEMA Assistance Now Available to Help Hurricane Nicole Survivors Jumpstart Their Recoveries

News Release: BRANDON, Fla. - Homeowners and renters in Brevard, Flagler, Lake, Putnam, St. Johns or Volusia counties who were affected by Hurricane Nicole will now be eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance due to President Joseph R. Biden’s approval of the State of Florida’s request for a major disaster declaration.


BLM acquires 1,600 acres and increases public access through the Land and Water Conservation Fund

The Bureau of Land Management Grand Junction Field Office has acquired two parcels of land through the Land and Water Conservation Fund, totaling 1,600 acres, in Mesa and Garfield counties.


USAID And Youth With Disabilities Forum Launched Project to Empower Persons with Disabilities

USAID And Youth With Disabilities Forum Launched Project to Empower Persons with Disabilities


Administrator Samantha Power’s Meeting with Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs Penny Wong

Administrator Samantha Power’s Meeting with Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs Penny Wong


USAID and ANERA Celebrate the Completion of the Gaza Sports Club

USAID and ANERA Celebrate the Completion of the Gaza Sports Club


USAID Announces Safe from the Start ReVisioned Initiative to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies

USAID Announces Safe from the Start ReVisioned Initiative to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies


Welcoming UN Security Council Vote to Protect Humanitarian Aid

Welcoming UN Security Council Vote to Protect Humanitarian Aid


USAID ACTIVE: Sustainable Cocoa Agroforestry for Climate Change Resilience

USAID ACTIVE: Sustainable Cocoa Agroforestry for Climate Change Resilience


U.S., Philippines Celebrate Five Years of Partnership to Improve Filipino Children’s Reading Skills

U.S., Philippines Celebrate Five Years of Partnership to Improve Filipino Children’s Reading Skills



USAID, Vietnam Celebrate Quality of Life Improvements for Children with Disabilities

USAID, Vietnam Celebrate Quality of Life Improvements for Children with Disabilities