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3 hrs ago | Antigo Daily Journal

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Langlade County's moniker as the 'County of Trails' could get another boost. The public has an opportunity to review and comment on a proposed corridor for the Ice Age National Scenic Trail through southern Langlade County that would connect the existing trail that comes from Lincoln County to the west and winds its way east and south to connect ... (more)

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Related Topix: Langlade County, WI, Ice Age National Scenic Trail, US National Parks, Marathon County, WI, Antigo, WI

7 hrs ago | Live Science

Isolated Islands | Wallpaper

Close to the California mainland, yet worlds apart, Channel Islands National Park, as seen in this beautiful wallpaper, encompasses five islands and their ocean environment, preserving and protecting a wealth of natural and cultural resources.

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Related Topix: California, US National Parks, Channel Islands National Park

8 hrs ago | CBS Local

Washington Monument Scaffolding Complete

Workers finish installing the last pieces of scaffolding on the Washington Monument to repair earthquake damage May 9, 2013 in Washington, DC.

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Washington Monument, Natural Disasters, Earthquake

9 hrs ago | Salt Lake Tribune

Intentional fire planned at Zion National Park next week

If you drive past the eastern end of Zion National Park next Monday, May 20, and see smoke billowing into the skies, don't panic.

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Related Topix: Fire, Zion National Park, US National Parks

13 hrs ago | Newport Plain Talk

Cosby Picnic Area improved

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is appreciative of the work recently performed by volunteers from Oak Ridge, TN.

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Fri May 17, 2013

Voice of America

Cleaning Vietnam Memorial Proves Healing for Veterans

Under a newly-risen sun in Washington, D.C., a group of men and women are elbow deep in soapsuds.

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Vietnam Veterans Memorial

WATE-TV Knoxville

George Thomas found guilty on all counts; sentenced to life in prison

With no end in site for the federal sequestration, many attractions in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park remain closed.

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Sevier County, TN

Fox News

Moving Memorial Day Trips

To many, Memorial Day means the unofficial start to summer, a three-day weekend for grilling and a chance to break out white clothes that have been in the attic all winter.

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Related Topix: Memorial Day, Life, Holidays, US National Parks, Boston, MA, Travel

WATE-TV Knoxville

Knox County school bus catches fire; students safely escape

Bus 946 caught fire around 7:45 a.m. at the intersection of Pleasant Ridge Road and Bradshaw Garden Road.

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Related Topix: Knox County, TN, US National Parks, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

KRCR

7 ways budget cuts will hit national parks

Road-tripping to a national park makes for an easy -- and spectacular -- summer getaway.

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Related Topix: us Travel, Travel, US National Parks, North America Travel, Grand Teton National Park, Grand Teton National Park Travel, Acadia National Park

National Parks Traveler

Organizations Want Veto Power Over National Park Service At Colorado National Monument

There's a story in western Colorado involving Colorado National Monument that bears watching.

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Related Topix: Colorado National Monument, US National Parks, Representative Scott Tipton, US Politics, Mark Udall, US News, US Senate, Republican, US House of Representatives, Democrat, Senator Mark Udall

The Washington Post

A homey view of high-end

More than 400,000 Syrians have crossed into Turkey seeking refuge from the conflict at home.

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Washington Monument, Entertainment

Philly.com

Glimpse into Civil War era's leaders

When he wore that slouch hat and blue frock coat 150 years ago, Union Maj. Gen. George Gordon Meade faced a crucial choice that could affect the outcome of the Civil War: Fight or flee? Across an open field at Gettysburg, the Confederate Army under its legendary commander, Robert E. Lee, was preparing a final all-out attack that would become known ... (more)

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Related Topix: US National Parks, Gettysburg National Military Park, Non-Profit

Thu May 16, 2013

KPUA-AM Hilo

Volcanoes National Park adopts ungulate plan

The Big Island's Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has adopted a plan to protect the park from non-native hooved animals, namely pigs and goats.

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Chattanoogan.com

Torch Light Tour Of Chattanooga National Cemetery Is May 27

Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to participate in a torch light tour of the Chattanooga National Cemetery on Monday, May 27, at 8:45 p.m. Park Historian Jim Ogden will lead this 90 minute, one mile walking tour in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs' Chattanooga National Cemetery and will review ... (more)

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Related Topix: Chattanooga, TN, US National Parks, Chickamauga And Chattanooga National Military Park, Lookout Mountain, TN

Hotel Online

New Lodging Trend, "Cabineering," Debuts in West Yellowstone; New...

"Cabineering," a new trend offered in West Yellowstone, provides the comforts of home and the perks of a hotel for adventurous travelers in remote areas.

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Related Topix: West Yellowstone, MT, US National Parks, Yellowstone National Park

La Canada Valley Sun

Local stargazers escape to the desert

They traveled more than 200 miles from the San Gabriel Valley to reach one of the darkest corners in Southern California.

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Related Topix: Astronomy, Science, US National Parks, Mojave National Preserve

Lowell Sun

Special opportunities to get the most out of Doors Open Lowell

Don't miss Doors Open XTRAs, special opportunities to enhance your Doors Open Lowell experience through interaction with design professionals and other special activities.

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Related Topix: Lowell, MA, US National Parks, Lowell National Historical Park

Wed May 15, 2013

TBD.com

Chronic wasting disease found in deer near Shenandoah National Park

The disorder, chronic wasting disease, was most recently found in deer that live within 25 miles of Shenandoah National Park, which stretches all the way east to Front Royal.

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National Parks Traveler

Olympic National Park Releases 2013-14 Fishing Regs

Olympic National Park has released its sport fishing regulations for 2013-2014 and announced the closure of recreational fishing in the Hoh River watershed effective immediately.

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Related Topix: Olympic National Park, US National Parks