News published on Federal Newswire in March 2022

News from March 2022


DOI-BLM grant application closes on May 30

Bureau of Land Management Arizona Recreation and Visitor Services grant opened on March 15.


Saving the Future of Chocolate: New Research Aims to Stop Loss of Cacao Plant

News Release: Chocolate is made from cacao beans, and research shows that 20 - 40 percent of the world's cacao beans are lost to cacao plant diseases. This presents a major problem as the confectionary industry depends heavily on chocolate. Similarly, chocolate candies are also a major market for U.S. agricultural...


News Release: Brady: Highest Year-Over-Year Increase in Wholesale Prices Debunks Biden’s Inflation Excuses.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meetings with Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Onal

Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met today in Ankara with Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Sedat Onal to discuss Russia’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified attack on Ukraine.


U.S. Action Against Corruption and Attacks on Democracy in Nicaragua

The State Department adds the following nine Nicaraguan government officials to the list for undermining the democratic processes or institutions of Nicaragua


Designation of Former Ecuadorian President Bucaram for Involvement in Significant Corruption

The United States is designating former Ecuadorian President Abdalá Jaime Bucaram Ortiz, Sr. due to his involvement in significant corruption, including misappropriation of public funds, accepting bribes, and interfering with public processes.


Release of U.S. Citizens Gustavo Cardenas and Jorge Alberto Fernandez from Venezuela

We welcome the release of U.S. citizens Gustavo Cardenas and Jorge Alberto Fernandez, both of whom had been unjustly detained in Venezuela.


Guatemala’s Public Ministry’s Continued Attacks Against Independent Judges and Prosecutors

The United States is deeply concerned by Guatemalan Attorney General Consuelo Porras’ continued, brazen attacks on Guatemala’s justice system through politically motivated arrests and detentions of current and former public servants fighting corruption.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Travel to Turkey, Spain, Morocco, and Algeria

Deputy Secretary Sherman will begin her trip in Istanbul and Ankara, Turkey from March 4 to 5 to meet with Foreign Minister Cavusoglu, Deputy Foreign Minister Sedat Onal, and Chief Presidential Advisor Ibrahim Kalin to discuss Russia’s premeditated, unprovoked, and unjustified invasion of Ukraine.


Press Availability Following a Meeting with Algerian President Tebboune

The United States’ relationship with Algeria is broad and deep, and we look forward to continuing to further deepen our cooperation on jobs and economic development, clean energy, security, and other areas.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with President Tebboune of Algeria

Deputy Secretary Sherman and President Tebboune discussed a range of issues, including ways to expand our economic cooperation.


Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Lamamra of Algeria

The Deputy Secretary and Foreign Minister welcomed the opportunity to hold the fifth U.S.-Algeria Strategic Dialogue to discuss a range of issues in the bilateral relationship.


Now You Can Reserve Your Favorite Campsite!

Camping at Wilderness Road Campground, in Cumberland Gap National Historical Park, has always been first come, first served with no reservations other than group camping.


Interior Department seeks proposals for Klamath Basin restoration activities after years of 'severe drought'

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is looking for proposed restoration activities to help Oregon's Klamath Basin recover from years of severe drought with funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.


Spring plowing operations begin next week in Grand Teton National Park

Spring plowing will begin in Grand Teton National Park on Monday, March 14.


Public Input Sought on Backcountry Camp Modifications

The public is invited to comment on a preliminary proposal to relocate Graybeal Hiker and Stock camps along the Brush Creek Trail and construct additional backcountry camp accommodations for the Pacific Crest Trail long-distance permit holders along the Bridge Creek Trail.


Preservation and Restoration Work Begins at Saugus Iron Works

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is starting preservation and restoration work this week and going through mid-summer.


Kalen Anderson Awarded Corps Member of the Year

Kalen Anderson, this year's Lead Ancestral Lands Corps Individual Placement, has been selected Corps Member of the Year by The Corps Network.


Big South Fork Announces Demonstrators for 22nd Annual Spring Planting and Music Festival

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is hosting the 22nd annual Spring Planting and Music Festival on Saturday, April 30, 2022.


Mount Rainier National Park seeks public input on Fryingpan Creek Bridge Project

The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA) are seeking public feedback on options to rehabilitate or replace the Fryingpan Creek Bridge located on the road to Sunrise at Mount Rainier National Park. Fryingpan Creek Bridge is located approximately 3 miles west of the White River Entrance and Ranger Station.