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No evidence pets can spread coronavirus

Dear Editor, Fear of the corona virus infection has led to an increase in pet surrenders around the globe. According to the CDC, “There is no evidence that companion animals, including pets, can spread the CoronaVirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) or that they might be a source of infection in the United States.” The pet community is begging everyone not to take their pets to a shelter out of fear that they spread or transmit this strain of Corona Virus. There is a lot of misinformation being spread about Corona Virus in pets, particularly on social media. There is a Corona…

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Tribal gaming contributions increase 10.1 percent

The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) has announced $18.4 million in tribal gaming contributions to the Arizona Benefits Fund for the State’s third quarter of fiscal year (FY) 2020. This amount represents a 10.1 percent increase when compared to the same quarter of FY2019. “An increase of every new gaming dollar is more money to bolster Arizona’s health care system and trauma centers, schools, and other key institutions. With over $1.5 million in additional funds compared to the same quarter of FY2019, Tribal gaming revenues continue that tradition of vital support,” said Ted Vogt, Director, Arizona Department of Gaming.  Tribal…

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Grand Canyon National Park restaurants closing

GRAND CANYON – Grand Canyon National Park is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House,  Centers for Disease Control & Prevention  (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. As of today, March 19, restaurants within the park are closed until further notice. Some of the dining facilities may offer takeaway options. Updates and a complete list of the park’s modified operations will be posted on:  www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/grand-canyon-national-park-public-health-update.htm . Where it is possible to adhere to the latest health guidance, campgrounds, viewpoints and hiking trails will remain open. The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners at Grand Canyon National…

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BLM approves Moss Mine expansion and exploration project

KINGMAN – The Bureau of Land Management, Kingman Field Office has issued a Decision Record and Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) based on the analysis provided in the Phase III Moss Mine Expansion and Exploration Project Environmental Assessment (EA). The Decision Record approves the proposed action, which is the mining plan of operation for the silver and gold mine, as submitted by the Golden Vertex Corp. with the incorporated environmental protection measures. Upon approval of the mining plan of operation, Moss Mine may begin the exploration and expansion project analyzed in the EA. The acreage of ground disturbance on BLM-managed…

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Powerhouse Visitor Center adjusts hours of operation

KINGMAN – The Kingman “Powerhouse” Visitor Center is tentatively adjusting its hours of operation beginning March 22. The new hours of operation will be Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., closed Sundays and Mondays. The decision to temporarily adjust opening hours came in light of the reliance on volunteers, and to accommodate some team members who are home with children, while schools are closed. The new hours of operation should only be observed through April 6, but the Visitor Center will monitor staffing levels to ensure proper customer service levels. Both the Kingman “Powerhouse” Visitor Center and the…

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