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Controversy Erupts as Albert Pike Confederate Statue Set for DC Return

Controversy Erupts as Albert Pike Confederate Statue Set for DC Return

Controversy Erupts as Albert Pike Confederate Statue Set for DC Return The U.S. National Park Service has announced plans to restore and reinstall the controversial statue of Confederate military officer Albert Pike in Washington, D.C. This decision comes five years after protesters toppled the monument during the widespread anti-racism demonstrations of 2020. The NPS aims to complete the re-installation by October, following repairs to the statue’s damaged stone, mortar joints, and mounting elements. In a statement, the NPS justified the…

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Grand Canyon Wildfire Destroys Historic Lodge, Park Service Faces Scrutiny

Grand Canyon Wildfire Destroys Historic Lodge, Park Service Faces Scrutiny

Grand Canyon Wildfire Destroys Historic Lodge, Park Service Faces Scrutiny The iconic, nearly century-old Grand Canyon Lodge and dozens of historic cabins on the park’s North Rim have been tragically destroyed by the lightning-sparked Dragon Bravo Fire. The National Park Service (NPS) is now defending its handling of the blaze, which began on July 4, attributing the devastating loss to a sudden and extreme shift in wind conditions that far exceeded forecasts. Despite initial claims of a “full suppression strategy”…

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Historic Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed by Raging Wildfire, North Rim Closed for Season

Historic Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed by Raging Wildfire, North Rim Closed for Season

Historic Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed by Raging Wildfire, North Rim Closed for Season The historic Grand Canyon Lodge, a beloved landmark on the park’s secluded North Rim, has been tragically destroyed by the ongoing Dragon Bravo Wildfire. Officials confirmed the loss on Sunday, as the “extreme and volatile” blaze, ignited by a July 4 lightning strike, consumed dozens of structures, including the iconic lodge, numerous cabins, and vital visitor facilities. The National Park Service reports the wildfire rapidly expanded, destroying…

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Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed: Federal Probe Demanded Over Wildfire Management

Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed: Federal Probe Demanded Over Wildfire Management

Grand Canyon Lodge Destroyed: Federal Probe Demanded Over Wildfire Management A devastating wildfire has consumed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and numerous other structures on the park’s North Rim, prompting Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs to demand a federal investigation into the National Park Service’s handling of the blaze. The fire, sparked by lightning on July 4th, initially saw park officials implement a “confine and contain” strategy. However, amid scorching temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds, the blaze rapidly escalated, growing…

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Grand Canyon’s North Rim Closed for Season as Wildfires Destroy Historic Lodge

Grand Canyon’s North Rim Closed for Season as Wildfires Destroy Historic Lodge

Grand Canyon’s North Rim Closed for Season as Wildfires Destroy Historic Lodge Devastating wildfires continue to rage near the Grand Canyon, leading to the destruction of the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and the immediate closure of the North Rim for the remainder of the 2025 season. The iconic lodge, a National Historic Landmark first opened in 1937 and the only in-park lodging on the North Rim, was among at least 70 structures lost to the blazes. Two uncontained wildfires, the…

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Grand Canyon Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, North Rim Closure as Blazes Rage

Grand Canyon Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, North Rim Closure as Blazes Rage

Grand Canyon Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations, North Rim Closure as Blazes Rage Massive wildfires continue to rage near Grand Canyon National Park, forcing widespread evacuations and the complete closure of the park’s North Rim. Fuelled by strong winds and hot, dry conditions, two separate blazes have collectively scorched over 24,000 acres as of Saturday, July 12. The White Sage Fire, ignited by lightning on July 9 near Jacob Lake, has rapidly expanded to more than 19,000 acres on the Kaibab…

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