After many years of planning and discussion, the Hackmatack Wildlife Refuge was announced as the 557th refuge in the nation. The area won’t officially become a refuge until the federal government acquires some land within the designated area. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced the designation Aug. 15 at the Lost Valley Visitor Center […]
By R.M. Brands news@thewoodstockindependent.com 14-year-old Jackson Brimberry, a freshman at Marian Central Catholic High School, worked with publishi…
October 16, 2026


