The sole desert community where 5,000 residents protect two national parks

Nestled in the wild beauty of East Utah, Moab serves as a unique gateway to two major national parks, both Arch and Canyonlands. With a population of just 5,000, this desert town is an access point to over 500,000 acres of stunning wilderness, offering a base for adventurous travelers at a much lower cost compared […]

Man endures two nights in the desert after his Jeep fails.

Officials informed the wife that the couple had been navigating the area when their jeep malfunctioned, and the man indicated they were heading into town to seek assistance. Bumblebee, Ariz. – The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office reported that a man and his wife went missing for two days in the wilderness after their jeep broke […]

Yuma Border Patrol warns of deadly risks for migrants crossing Arizona desert

Yuma, Arizona (azfamily) – Immigration anxiety at the southern border is historic low. In Yuma County, Border Patrol agents average just five arrests per day. Despite its decline, Yuma Sector Border Patrol Agents are now increasing warnings about the dangers of illegally crossing borders through Arizona’s deadly desert terrain. “It is physically impossible to carry […]

Yuma County Fair Spring Edition Brings Thrills to the Arizona Desert

With its helm and a wealth of carnivals from his son, the annual, highly anticipated demolition derby, and a wide range of mainstage entertainment acts, the 73rd edition of the Yuma County Fair endured the theme of “creating memories and building dreams.” Fair admission fees from April 1st to 6th were $7 for adults aged […]

Maricopa County Parks and Rec Begins Desert Parks and Preserves Fire Ban on May 1

Open Audio Article Player Maricopa County Text from audio articles of speech made possible by CAST11 speaking glass media The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will begin its annual fire ban on Thursday, May 1, 2025. (Pexel photo) The annual fire ban for the Phoenix City Parks and Recreation Department will come into effect […]

Arizona toddler rescued by ranch dog after night in desert

The high deserts in northern Arizona are not allowed, especially overnight when temperatures drop and predators appear. Even two mountain lions were found during a search last night. These conditions were what 2-year-old Boden Allen faced when he left his parents’ property on Monday and entered the northern Arizona desert. Yavapai County search and rescue […]

Dog finds and rescues toddler who spent night lost and alone in Arizona desert : NPR

Anatolia Pyrenese Buford discovered two-year-old Boden Allen, nearly seven miles from the boy’s house. Yabapai County Sheriff’s Office Hide captions Toggle caption Yabapai County Sheriff’s Office The Arizona rancher dog is welcomed as a hero after saving a local two-year-old boy who spent the night in the desert nearly seven miles from his home. On […]