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By Naghmana Sherazi
To celebrate National Voter Registration Day on September 19th, WA the Voting Rights Restoration Coalition held a Free the Vote Mural Event at the American Indian Community Center. During this event, formerly incarcerated activist and artist, Jacob Johns, unveiled his mural in support. Washington Secretary of State, Steve Hobbs, also attended.
By Lindsay Box
Last Saturday, fall finally graced the Inland Northwest with her presence for the most beautiful day for the 20th annual Spokane River Clean-Up. This beloved community tradition not only celebrated two decades of environmental stewardship, but it also showcased the unwavering commitment of the Spokane community to our beloved Spokane River. On this sunshiny day, over 400 participants rolled up their sleeves and set out to make a significant impact!
By Naghmana Sherazi
The first 12 days of August saw high temperatures globally that were either at par with previous records or beat them. We really need to consider what we are doing to combat climate change. To make a difference today, please bring 5 canned good items to your nearest foodbank. If you want to talk about what you can do as an individual, or as an organization, please reach out to me at nsherazi@landscouncil.org.
The Lands Council’s members are critical to our mission of preserving and revitalizing our Inland Northwest forests, water, and wildlife. Our member dedication is truly the driving force behind our organization – and we need support now more than ever.
P.S. Make an even bigger impact today by becoming a monthly donor. Giving monthly means that you can donate more by spreading your gifts over time. A regular stream of expected income helps us plan and budget for the future. Your consistent support ensures vital resources are available year-round, empowering us to tackle challenges head-on. And if you sign up to be a monthly donor by September 15th, you will be automatically entered to win a Pelican kayak and paddle! Together, we can drive change and create a brighter future. Choose monthly giving today!
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), managing 245 million acers of public land, is proposing a new rule that would balance conservation with other land uses such as mining and grazing.
The BLM has a public comment period open till June 20th and will have a virtual listening session on June 5th 8:30-10:30.
On a beautiful spring day, the birds were chirping, the sun was shining, and over 200 volunteers gathered at Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge for our Earth Fest event. Volunteers were from all over and all ages, and they had one thing in common: a love for the natural world and a desire to make a positive impact on the environment on Earth Day.
