White Tank – Invasive Species Removal
Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on removing invasive species in parks. The Invasive plant species have severely impacted our park’s natural ecosystems and contributed to our most recent […]
At Least 44 US-Bound Migrants Arrested After Migrants Destroy Shelter, Vehicles In ‘Tumultuous Fight’
Panamanian authorities arrested 44 migrants early Saturday morning after a brawl broke out at the shelter, destroying a modular shelter unit and 10 vehicles, according to an official statement. Sources said an altercation broke out between two female migrants over a tent at a temporary immigration reception center in San Vicente. statement Panama's National Immigration […]
Homeschool Happenings: Wildflower Exploration (Registration required, Limit 20 participants) – Plants – Events
Join Ranger Nikki to learn about wildflowers and take a nature walk to look for blooms. Click program title for more details. Learn about desert wildflowers and other flowering plants with Ranger Nikki. We will start indoors in the Nature Center to discuss flowers and pollinators and then head outdoors to search for […]
2 additional measles cases confirmed in Maricopa County
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Illustration of a spherical measles virus particle. Maricopa County Public Health has confirmed two new measles cases in the Valley. They are believed to be connected to an international visitor who tested positive for the disease earlier this month. Dr. Nick Staab is the assistant medical director for the […]
Guided Wildflower Hike (Registration Required, Limit 15) – Plants – Events
Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike with scenic views while we learn about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem. Click on program title for more details. Join Ranger Eric for a 6.2-mile loop of the southern part of San Tan Trail and Moonlight Trail, which gives scenic views of the southern part of the park […]
Norfolk Southern Freight Train Derails Into Riverbank
A freight train in southern Norfolk derailed and fell onto a riverbank in Pennsylvania Saturday morning, according to CBS News. Three railroad cars derailed along the Lehigh River near Bethlehem in south Norfolk, releasing diesel fuel and some plastic pellets, authorities said. according to Go to CBS News. “The accident caused diesel fuel to spill […]
Solar Panel Cost in Yavapai County, AZ: 2024 Guide
As of February 2024, the average cost of a solar panel system is $2.49/W Including installations in Yavapai County, Arizona. For a 5 kW installation, this would be approx. $12,471 Before incentives, however, prices range from $10,600 – $14,342. After the federal tax credit, the average price is 30% lower. Average price for a 5 […]
Teachers discuss Flagstaffâs cost of living as FUSD board allocates one-time funds for employee stipends | Education
After discussion about facility needs and Flagstaff's cost of living, the Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) Board of Trustees approved a proposal to use lump sum money for staff stipends at Tuesday's meeting. The money is the first half of the funding allocated to school districts from one-time state aid grants distributed to Arizona schools […]
Missouri Gov. Mike Parson Commutes Sentence Of Andy Reid’s Son
On Friday, Republican Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced a commutation of the sentence of former Kansas City Chiefs assistant coach Britt Reid, NBC News reported. Parson commuted the sentence to house arrest in recognition of the rehabilitation efforts of Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid's son. according to Go to NBC News. “Mr. Reed […]
Spur Cross – Invasive Species Removal
Invasive species are among the biggest threats to our park’s ecosystem health. They outcompete native plants, decrease biodiversity, and increase wildfire occurrences and magnitude. Desert Defenders is a citizen science program focused on removing invasive species in parks. The Invasive plant species have severely impacted our park’s natural ecosystems and contributed to our most recent […]
