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Traveler’s View | Altering Science And History In The National Park System

When the state of Florida and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem embarked on a farcical scheme to create “Alligator Alcatraz” in Big Cypress National Preserve last summer, they headed down a path of easily disprovable lies and “alternative facts” the Trump administration continues to run with.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 30th, 2026

Appeal Filed In Legal Battle Over National Park Service Cashless Policy

A fresh appeal has been filed in the legal battle over cashless policies at some national parks.

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By Jan Wesner Childs - January 29th, 2026

Grand Canyon National Park Updates North Rim 2026 Opening Plans

Grand Canyon National Park hopes to reopen popular North Rim spots including North Kaibab Trail on May 15.

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By Compiled from NPS releases - January 29th, 2026

Lawsuit Filed Over Public Records Related To Endangered Species Act Rollbacks

The Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit Tuesday over public records related to the Trump administration's efforts to weaken the Endangered Species Act.

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By NPT Staff - January 28th, 2026

Search Is On For Driver Accused Of Destroying Rare Plants At Death Valley National Park

A vehicle illegally driven off-road in Death Valley National Park left a 5-mile scar of tire tracks and caused significant damage to rare and sensitive desert plants.

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By Compiled from NPS releases - January 28th, 2026

National Monuments Promote Stable Local Economies, Analysis Shows

An analysis by Headwaters Economics has found that, contrary to widespread concerns, U.S. national monuments do not disrupt local economies.

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By Jennifer Roberts - January 28th, 2026

Trump Orders Removal Of Climate Change, Native American Information From Parks

A week after taking down signs at Independence National Historical Park referencing George Washington's ownership of slaves, the National Park Service has been ordered to remove signs and displays pertaining to climate change and Native Americans at a handful of national parks in the West.

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By Kurt Repanshek - January 27th, 2026

Park Service Seeks Comment On Washington Tidal Basin Plans

The National Park Service is seeking public comment on future plans for the Tidal Basin, famous for its cherry blossoms and landmarks.

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By NPT Staff - January 28th, 2026

Groups Express Concern Over Proposed Rifle Range Near Appomattox Courthouse Battlefield

Three advocacy groups have expressed concern over the construction of a rifle range 5.25 miles from the boundary of the Appomattox Courthouse National Historical Park.

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By NPT Staff - January 27th, 2026

Rappahannock Tribe Challenges Water Permit In Chesapeake Bay Area

The Rappahannock Tribe is challenging a permit that would allow a Virginia county to draw up to 9 million gallons of water per day from the Rappahannock River.

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By NPT Staff - January 27th, 2026

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