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Announcing the Winners of our Scenic SWPA Photo Contest -…

We are honored to be announcing the winners of our Scenic SWPA Photo Contest and our Fan Favorites Photo Contest winner! This is the first year Scenic Pittsburgh…

Scenic America Applauds House Appropriations Committee for Including Byways Funding…

Today, the House Appropriations Committee approved the  FY23 House Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill, which includes $30 million in funding for the National Scenic Byways…
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Introducing Scenic Pittsburgh’s Fountain Street Overlook

This greenspace restoration project opened on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring our executive director, Sen. Mike Dawida, and a display of historic…

Research Shows that Digital Traffic Safety Messages Contribute to Highway…

A new study suggests that digital highway signs that are designed to encourage safe driving contribute to an increase in nearby traffic accidents. The study, published in April…

Supreme Court Sides with City of Austin over Reagan National…

On April 21, in a victory for scenic beauty, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of the City of Austin over Reagan National Advertising, affirming the…

Energy Equity: A Scenic Concern

The term “energy equity” is generating a lot of buzz these days as people become increasingly aware of how disadvantaged communities are disproportionately impacted by pollution, a lack…
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The Scenic SWPA Photo Contest is Here

Our first annual #ScenicSWPA Photo Contest is now open to anyone over 18 in our 10-county area Our region has beautiful scenery, and a lot of talented photographers.…

The Best US Road Trips

With temperatures warming up and summer on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to start planning for a quintessential American pastime: the road trip. Here are six of…

Visual Pollution and the Preservation of Aesthetic Places

Aesthetics has become a widely-used concept nowadays, from your “Instagram aesthetic” to your personal fashion aesthetic. But America’s most alluring places have aesthetics of their own—beauty that is…

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Includes Support for Key Scenic…

Scenic America is thrilled to announce that the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684), passed by Congress on Friday, November 5, and signed into law by President…
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Florida’s New “30A” License Plate to Help Keep
Walton County Scenic

Florida drivers will soon have the chance to help preserve Walton County’s scenic beauty while showing their love for the 30A lifestyle brand by purchasing a new 30A…

Supreme Court to Hear Austin v. Reagan

On November 10, 2021, at 10 am EST, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case with critical implications for the Highway Beautification Act. City of…
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What 5 things can you do right now to make…

Here are a few ways you can act today, where you are, to champion the unique scenic values of YOUR neighborhood.

Scenic America Scores More Victories in Congress

House Passes Surface Transportation Bill with Funding for Byways and Support for Undergrounding and Gateway Communities Scenic America landed additional legislative wins this month as the surface transportation…
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Brews for Views 2021 with guest Che Zuro - Coming…

After no Brews for Views last year due to the pandemic, we are looking forward to having a bigger event than ever this year! We’re planning more beer,…
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Scenic Michigan announces new sign guidebook

Scenic Michigan has released the second edition of its Michigan Sign Guidebook. Like the celebrated first edition published in 2011, the 2021 edition is designed as a go-to resource…
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Digital Billboards Impede Green Energy Goals

From Scenic Los Angeles President, Patrick Frank The largest concentration of digital billboards in Southern California is in the city of Inglewood, bordering Los Angeles International Airport. A…
Parks and Open Spaces

Placemaking Spotlight: Columbia, MO

Making Cultural Headway in the Missouri Heartland Recognized as one of the nation’s top 10 college towns and one of the best places in the nation to live,…
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Scenic Developments in Ohio

The Scenic Ohio chapter has been active in their communities, working on scenic conservation projects. In collaboration with the Ohio Department of Transportation, the Ohio Rest Areas Landscape…
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Scenic-Friendly Legislation Advances in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Pennsylvania, and Texas

Scenic America has been tracking promising legislation in several states, including bills that protect scenic roadways and restrict outdoor advertising. In Oklahoma, state legislators recently passed Senate Bill…
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Art on Billboards: Not Worth It

From Scenic Los Angeles President Patrick Frank Periodically we see something resembling art on billboards, when an arts organization takes over a set of billboards and replaces the…
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Scenic America Launches Agents of Discovery Mobile App

Scenic America is excited to announce the launch of an exciting new way to learn about scenic conservation. In partnership with Project Green Schools and Agents of Discovery,…
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Scenic America Accepting Applications for Summer 2021 Internships

Scenic America is now accepting applications for Summer 2021 internships in Communications and Development, and Policy, Advocacy, and Research.  Interns can work in-person in our Washington, D.C. office…
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Scenic Heroes: Charles Floyd

When Charles Floyd passed away on October 15, 2020, the scenic community lost one of its strongest and most passionate heroes, and Scenic America lost one of its…
Parks and Open Spaces

Placemaking Spotlight: Oxford, Mississippi

Southern Charm and Smart Design There’s a popular saying among residents of Oxford, Mississippi: “We get to live here.” It’s so popular, in fact, that it has become…

Scenic America Board Member honored with Women in Preservation award

The Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF) in Savannah, GA has honored a Scenic America board member, Ardis Wood, with the Women in Preservation Award. This award honors women working…
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Underpass Construction Begins in Walton County

Construction on the Inlet Beach Underpass in Walton County, Florida, has begun. Our Scenic Walton chapter has worked tirelessly over the last several years to coordinate the effort…
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Scenic America Secures Great Press for Byways Announcement

Scenic America made its way into the headlines in February and March following the announcement of the newest National Scenic Byways and All-American Roads. Our dedication to and…

Billboard Bills to Watch

Scenic America is currently tracking bad billboard legislation in places such as Missouri, West Virginia, and Providence, Rhode Island. Missouri House Bill 1115 This legislation currently under consideration…

Scenic America Celebrates Announcement of New Scenic Byways Designations

New Designations Announced for the First Time since 2009 WASHINGTON, DC—Scenic America celebrates the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)’s announcement today of 34 National Scenic Byways and 15 All-American…
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Placemaking Spotlight: New Harmony, Indiana

A Quirky Utopian Town Embraces its Past while Forging its Future Tucked away on the southwestern tip of Indiana on the banks of the Wabash River, the tiny…

Scenic Utah Wages Fight on Drastic Billboard Laws

Utah may be known for its majestic scenery and stunning landscapes, but if state legislators get their way, the Beehive State may soon be known for one of…

Scenic America Celebrates $16 Million to Jump-Start the National Scenic…

Congress Provides New Funding for the First Time in Nearly 10 Years Scenic America celebrates the inclusion of $16 million in funding for the National Scenic Byways Program…

Scenic America Accepting Applications for Spring 2021 Internships

Scenic America is now accepting applications for Spring 2021 internships in Communications and Development, and Policy, Advocacy, and Research.  Interns can work in-person in our Washington, D.C. office…

Senate Includes $35 Million for Scenic Byways in Appropriations Bill

Scenic America recently took an important step forward in its ongoing effort to secure funding for the National Scenic Byways Program. The Senate Appropriations Committee included $35 million for…
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Top Picks for Fall Foliage Viewing from Scenic America

With autumn in full swing, it’s the perfect time to hit the road for leaf-peeping and other activities in the great outdoors and along our National Scenic Byways.…
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Scenic America Partners with JWC Studios on New Video Series

Scenic America has teamed up with a newly launched philanthropic production company to create a compelling collection of videos and stunning images that showcase the natural beauty of…

Tell your Representative: Ensure Scenic Beauty is a Priority in…

We want to ask you to take urgent action on behalf of our scenic byways—and much more. Time is short, and the stakes are high. The U.S. House…
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Two Texas Bills Seek to Explore Feasibility of Strategic Undergrounding

Two newly introduced bills in the Texas legislature, HB 842 and SB 270, aim to commission a comprehensive study on the costs and benefits of undergrounding power lines,…
Billboards

ALERT: Reno Council Reviews Big Sign Proposal

Join Us in Opposing Unlimited Signage Downtown The Reno City Council will review for the first time a staff proposal that would allow all businesses in the downtown…
Billboards

Update on Giant Signs for Downtown Reno: Planning Commissioners Seek…

After a wide-ranging discussion in October on whether to allow all non-casino businesses in the downtown entertainment district to have almost unlimited signs, Reno Planning Commissioners asked staff…
Scenic Walton

Introducing Board Member Bruce Naylor

Scenic Walton Welcomes Bruce Naylor to Board of Directors DeFuniak Springs, FL — Scenic Walton is proud to announce the appointment of Bruce Naylor to its Board of…
Scenic Byways

Haunted Highways: America’s Scenic Byways with a Paranormal Twist

If you’re looking for an adventure that combines the beauty of America’s landscapes with the thrill of the supernatural, these haunted byways are calling your name. From eerie…
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The DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act: A Step Forward in…

A new bill proposed in the House of Representatives, H.R. 9409 or ‘The DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act,’ aims to study and ultimately reduce light pollution caused by…
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Hurricanes Helene and Milton Strengthen the Case for Undergrounding Utilities

As hurricanes grow more intense and destructive, our aging power grid faces unprecedented challenges, leaving millions in the dark when storms strike. The devastation left by Hurricanes Helene…
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Celebrating National Estate Planning Awareness Week: Plan Your Legacy with…

As we celebrate National Estate Planning Awareness Week, Scenic America encourages you to consider how your legacy can protect the beauty of our nation’s landscapes for generations to…
Wire Undergrounding

As Power Companies Proactively Cut Power Amid Wildfire Risk, Strategic…

As California faces the threat of high winds and wildfire risk, PG&E has warned of potential power shutoffs to prevent sparking fires from downed power lines. While these…
Scenic Conservation

Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day: Celebrating Scenic Conservation and Native American…

In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Scenic America honors the profound relationship between Indigenous peoples and the landscapes they have preserved for millennia. By highlighting Tribal scenic byways…