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Earth Notes: Mexican Spotted Owls & Changing Landscapes

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 1d

Fire and drought are transforming western forests — and the Mexican Spotted Owl is adapting to survive.

Fire and drought are transforming western forests — and the Mexican Spotted Owl is adapting to survive.

Arizona airports aren't showing Trump admin video blaming Dems for delays

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 2d

Sky Harbor and Flagstaff Pulliam aren't displaying Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's video blaming Democrats for shutdown-related delays.

Sky Harbor and Flagstaff Pulliam aren't displaying Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's video blaming Democrats for shutdown-related delays.

The Navajo Nation president tried to fire controller. The council filed injunction to try and stop it

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 3d

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren tried firing the tribe’s controller — a move later deemed unlawful by the Navajo Nation Council. It’s the latest skirmish in a prolonged battle between tribal leadership.

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren tried firing the tribe’s controller — a move later deemed unlawful by the Navajo Nation Council.

New bill to expedite reconstruction of North Rim's Grand Canyon Lodge

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 6d

Three Arizona congressmen are sponsoring legislation that aims to expedite reconstruction at the Grand Canyon’s North Rim.

Three Arizona congressmen are sponsoring legislation that aims to expedite reconstruction at the Grand Canyon’s North Rim.

Biochar, made from burned plant material, is giving new life to waste — and helping fight climate change in the process.

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 8d

Biochar, made from burned plant material, is giving new life to waste — and helping fight climate change in the process.

Earth Notes: Biochar

Social services gear up as Grand Canyon park staff face uncertainty

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 12d

Social services in Grand Canyon Village are gearing up for increased need as hundreds of park employees face uncertainty amid the government shutdown.

Social services in Grand Canyon Village are gearing up for increased need as hundreds of park employees face uncertainty.

Arizona now has AI-powered cameras for fire detection. Where does that leave human lookouts?

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 13d

AI-powered cameras are the newest thing in fire detection on Arizona’s Coconino National Forest. Some greet the technology with optimism. But others worry about the future of the human fire lookouts who have kept watch for decades.

AI-powered cameras are the newest thing in fire detection on Arizona’s Coconino National Forest. Some greet the technology with optimism. But others worry about the future of the HUMAN fire lookouts w...

Tourists still visit Grand Canyon National Park despite govt shutdown

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 14d

Grand Canyon National Park remains accessible despite the federal government shutdown.

Grand Canyon National Park remains accessible despite the federal government shutdown, most park staff furloughed.

New report calls for policy changes with Colorado River 'on the cusp of failure'

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 14d

A group of nonprofits is calling for reductions to water demand, changes at Glen Canyon Dam and more transparent negotiations.
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A group of nonprofits is calling for reductions to water demand, changes at Glen Canyon Dam and more transparent negotiations.

Earth Notes: Eco-friendly Grand Canyon Steam Train

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 15d

The 64-mile steam train service from Williams to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon began in 1901, when a ticket cost $3.95. An updated, eco-friendly version is still in use today.

The 64-mile steam train service from Williams to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon began in 1901, when a ticket cost $3.95. An updated, eco-friendly version is still in use today.

Ex-superintendent: Keeping Grand Canyon open during shutdown puts Arizona’s gem at risk

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 16d

A former Grand Canyon National Park superintendent warned that understaffing could put “nationally important, irreplaceable resources” at risk if the park stays open during a government shutdown.

A former Grand Canyon National Park superintendent warned that understaffing could put “nationally important, irreplaceable resources” at risk if the park stays open during a government shutdown.

'We survived, we are resilient': Remembering U.S. Indian boarding schools

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 16d

Tuesday is Orange Shirt Day, when communities honor the survivors of U.S. Indian boarding schools and their descendants.

Tuesday is Orange Shirt Day, when communities honor the survivors of U.S. Indian boarding schools and their descendants.

4 dead after heavy rain triggers flooding in Globe

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 17d

Four people have died after heavy rain caused flooding in central Arizona including three in the rural 19th-century mining town of Globe where floodwaters forced people to seek safety on their rooftops.

Four people have died after heavy rain caused flooding in central Arizona including three in the rural 19th-century mining town of Globe where floodwaters forced people to seek safety on their rooftop...

Dragon Bravo Fire reaches 100% containment, some areas to reopen

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 17d

Crews have now fully contained the Dragon Bravo Fire nearly three months after it was ignited by lightning near the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.

Crews have now fully contained the Dragon Bravo Fire nearly three months after it was ignited by lightning near the North Rim of the Grand Canyon.

Advocates fear third parties could cash in on uranium miners and downwinders after RECA renewal

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 17d

Two years ahead of what could be a final round of applications, allegations of predatory representation and solicitation are on the rise — especially targeting tribal communities.

Two years ahead of what could be a final round of applications, allegations of predatory representation and solicitation are on the rise — especially targeting tribal communities.

Scott Thybony's Canyon Commentary: Lost River

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 20d

The first white explorer to descend the Colorado River through Grand Canyon published an account of his journey 150 years ago. In this month’s Canyon Commentary Scott Thybony travels to the Vermillion Cliffs to see if he can match the view.

The first white explorer to descend the Colorado River through Grand Canyon published an account of his journey 150 years ago. In this month’s Canyon Commentary Scott Thybony travels to the Vermillion...

July 4 wildfire in Grand Canyon still burning, questions about response still unanswered

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 20d

The Dragon Fire that started on July 4 is now all but extinguished. But the 145,000-acre blaze has had significant impacts on local economies and questions remain about its initial management.

The Dragon Bravo fire continues to burn in remote pockets of the park. Federal officials have not yet provided details on their response to lawmakers.

Roadless rule repeal could impact a million acres in Arizona

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 20d

The rule from 2001 prohibits road construction and timber harvesting on sensitive U.S. Forest Service land.

The rule from 2001 prohibits road construction and timber harvesting on sensitive U.S. Forest Service land.

Grand Canyon officials to reopen two popular North Rim viewpoints

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 20d

Officials at Grand Canyon National Park will reopen two popular North Rim viewpoints next week that were closed because of the Dragon Bravo Fire.

Officials at Grand Canyon National Park will reopen two popular North Rim viewpoints next week that were closed because of the Dragon Bravo Fire.

Flagstaff police officer resigns following fatal crash

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KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 22d

Officer Jacob Buckwald resigned from the Flagstaff Police Department after two crashes while on-duty in just over a year, including one Saturday that resulted in the death of another driver.

Officer Jacob Buckwald resigned from the Flagstaff Police Department Tuesday after two crashes while on-duty in just over a year, including one Sunday that resulted in the death of another driver.

Earth Notes: Black Bears and Wildfires

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 22d

New research in New Mexico shows that black bears thrive in forests renewed by fire — especially when it means more berries, acorns and cover.

New research in New Mexico shows that black bears thrive in forests renewed by fire — especially when it means more berries, acorns and cover.

Arizona law requiring ID for online porn access takes effect Friday

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 24d

Arizona residents will soon need to prove they are at least 18 years old to access pornography online.

Arizona residents will soon need to prove they are at least 18 years old to access pornography online.

Flagstaff police officer involved in fatal crash

KNAU Arizona Public Radio @knauazpubradio.bsky.social · 24d

A Flagstaff police officer is under investigation in connection with a fatal crash Saturday that left one person dead.

A Flagstaff police officer is under investigation in connection with a fatal crash Saturday that left one person dead.