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Arizona Elk Poaching Case Unsolved

By • 20 minutes ago
Carol Highsmith | Creative Commons

 

The Arizona Game and Fish Department still is seeking those responsible for the illegal poaching of a bull elk last month. The agency announced Tuesday that the reward for information leading to an arrest in the case has been increased to $6,500. Game and Fish officials say the elk was killed between the evening of Sept. 15 and the morning of Sept. 17 southeast of Pinedale, which is in northeastern Arizona.

The elk’s antlers were removed and the meat was left to waste.

Coconino County Voter Registration Reaches Record High Ahead Of Unprecedented Election

By • 4 hours ago
Ryan Heinsius / KNAU

Voter registration in Coconino County has reached an all-time high with less than two weeks to go before the November 3rd general election.  Officials have put safeguards in place expecting a likely record voter turnout amid concerns about election security, voter intimidation and public health in the COVID-19 pandemic. KNAU’s Ryan Heinsius spoke with County Recorder Patty Hansen about the lead-up to one of the nation’s most anticipated elections.

Eath Notes - Pando

By • 4 hours ago
Michael Collier

It’s a fine Western experience to wander through a shimmering aspen grove on a sunny fall day.  But one particular grove is especially stunning.

Trump Downplays Pandemic At Prescott Rally

By Angela Gervasi • 16 hours ago
Associated Press | Alex Brandon

 

President Donald Trump held a rally at the Prescott Regional Airport on Monday, drawing enthusiastic supporters along with Arizona Governor Doug Ducey. It marked the president’s first appearance in the state since his recovery from COVID-19. 

The president — who chose not to wear a mask — told those in attendance that the pandemic was winding down. But in Arizona, health officials are counting hundreds of new COVID-19 cases each day. 

Evacuations Remain In Place For Horse Fire Near Crown King

By • 17 hours ago
InciWeb

A Type 1 Incident Management Team has assumed control of the Horse Fire burning northwest of Crown King and south of Prescott on the Bradshaw Ranger District.

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