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National Park Service Continues To Score Low In Best Places To Work Survey

Despite National Park Service Director Chuck Sams' pledge to focus on raising the morale of his vast workforce, the latest survey of government agencies shows park employees don't feel they're getting the recognition they deserve and continue to be concerned over the Park Service's ability to meet its mission.

National Park Service Sued Over Cumberland Island National Seashore's Feral Horses

Cumberland Island National Seashore's feral horses not only are damaging the seashore's environment and two federally protected species but are not being humanely managed by the National Park Service and should be removed from the seashore, according to a lawsuit filed against the federal government.
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Great Smoky Mountains Road Work And Temporary Lane Closures

Beginning April 17, 2023, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Federal Highway Administration officials announced several upcoming road paving and pothole repair projects on Newfound Gap Road, Clingmans Dome Road, and Foothills Parkway West. Crews will also finish their work on the Spur Tunnel, requiring lane closures until the end of the month.