PHOENIX — The Arizona Game and Fish Department has announced the winners of the 2023 wildlife photo contest.  The 12 winning photographs are included in the full-size 2024 wildlife calendar that is published in the November-December 2023 issue of Arizona Wildlife Views magazine.  Anne James’ photo of a ringtail was awarded best in show and is showcased on both the cover and in the calendar. James, of Payson, said, “I knew few entries would include a ringtail because of their nocturnal nature and that it wasn’t an ordinary image.” The 12 winning photographers are:  * Jim Burns, Scottsdale: Round-tailed ground squirrel kits *…

KINGMAN – On Nov. 13, the Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with chamber member Business for Water Stewardship, hosted a conversation on groundwater challenges and solutions in Mohave County. Featured panelists included local vineyard owner Micah Spencer, State Senate Majority Leader Sonny Borrelli, and Mohave County Supervisor Travis Lingenfelter. The panel discussed the groundwater supply concerns facing Mohave County and why progress has been slow on this issue. Panelists highlighted that solutions to this issue are not one-size-fits-all, and what might be helpful for Mohave County might not work for other parts of the state. Overall, the panelists…

KINGMAN – On Nov. 13, the Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with chamber member Business for Water Stewardship, hosted a conversation on groundwater challenges and solutions in Mohave County. Featured panelists included local vineyard owner Micah Spencer, State Senate Majority Leader Sonny Borrelli, and Mohave County Supervisor Travis Lingenfelter. The panel discussed the groundwater supply concerns facing Mohave County and why progress has been slow on this issue. Panelists highlighted that solutions to this issue are not one-size-fits-all, and what might be helpful for Mohave County might not work for other parts of the state. Overall, the panelists…

KINGMAN – Western Area Council of Governments (WACOG) is partnering with Regional Center for Border Health (RCBH) for a Focus group to identify challenges / issues people with disabilities and/or their caregivers face as they get older. They are also interested in hearing from advocates and service providers. For example, people who provide I/DD services or professionals who work with I/DD population. The focus group is for individuals at least 18+ years of age. As an incentive we are offering refreshments and a $25 Walmart gift card for each participant. They are accepting only 15 participants. The Focus Group meeting is at the WACOG office,…