Increasing backing for river sanctuary in Tucson and elsewhere

Support Grows for Santa Cruz River National Wildlife Refuge Proposal There’s increasing momentum for a National Wildlife Refuge along the Santa Cruz River in southern Arizona, almost like water flowing downhill. The latest boost came from the Tucson City Council, which unanimously voted on Wednesday to support the initiative. Since April, Pima County, Santa Cruz […]
Santa Cruz River Partnership might establish Arizona’s first city wildlife refuge

Partnership for Santa Cruz River National Urban Wildlife Reserve On Thursday, officials from local and federal agencies came together at Canoa Ranch in Green Valley to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at establishing a partnership for the Santa Cruz River National Urban Wildlife Reserve. This collaboration marks the first of its kind in […]
Yuma man loses life while rescuing children from drowning in the Colorado River

Heroic Act in Yuma, Arizona In Yuma, Arizona, authorities report that a man tragically lost his life after rescuing two boys from a perilous situation in the Colorado River during the holiday weekend. On Saturday around noon, the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office received a call about an incident at a nearby river. Two boys, aged […]
Protected areas at Tennessee’s Obed Wild and Scenic River grow due to dedicated supporters

As the summer unfolds in East Tennessee, both locals and visitors are making the most of their time at the OBED Wild and Scenic River, while enthusiasts are working to expand federally protected land in the area. The OBED Wild and Scenic River, part of the U.S. National Park Service, spans across Cumberland and Morgan […]
Alabama Scenic River Trail gives $25,000 in 2025 Waterway Improvement Program grants to community projects statewide.

Alabama Scenic River Trail Announces 2025 Waterway Expansion Grant Winners The Alabama Scenic River Trail (ASRT) has revealed the recipients of its 2025 Waterway Expansion Program, awarding grants to seven community projects aimed at enhancing waterway access, recreation, and safety across the state. The total amount awarded is around $25,000. This program aims to support […]
Alabama teenagers found safe on the Cahaba River in Irondale

On Sunday night, there was a sense of relief as four teenagers, who had been missing for several hours on the Kahaba River, were found safe. The Irondale Police Department reported that the teens entered the river near the Highway 78 Bridge for some tubing. However, they lost contact with their families and ended up […]
Report seeks federal funding for preserving Ohio River Basin, including Tennessee River

Early morning fog on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee. The Cumberland River is part of the Ohio River Basin. (Photo: Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) A union of environmental groups and researchers Draft plan has been released Thursday aims to leverage federal funding and state relationships to protect the Ohio River, a drinking water source for […]
Crash on SR 87 southbound in Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), Scottsdale, Arizona – Scottsdale, Arizona – has closed the southbound lane of State Route 87 in the Salt River Pima Lico Pine Indian Community. The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) confirmed that one person was killed in a crash. The agency did not release any further […]
Gov. Bill Lee wanted $100M for Duck River projects. Lawmakers approved $65M

The Tennessee General Assembly approved the Bill Lee government’s $100 million project, which was depicted in May 2024, to support the central Tennessee regional water utility partnership and seeks projects to save the Duck River. The Tennessee General Assembly’s 2026 budget cut $35 million from funding buckets aimed at supporting continued efforts to maintain North […]
‘It Was Spinning Pretty Fast’: Video Captures Deadly Helicopter Crash Into Hudson River

The helicopter was shattered in the air and hit the Hudson River upside down Thursday afternoon, with all six on board. The incident was just off the skyline between Manhattan and the New Jersey waterfront. According to To the Associated Press. The New York Fire Department confirmed it had received the first report of the […]