Desert Lil’s Delicacies A DesertUSA Food Feature As we discussed in February, Mexican cooking, like other cuisines, is the product of both regional culture and local agriculture. It’s also the combination of two worlds — the Hispanic and the Native American. Exporting this cuisine to the southwestern U.S. creates a hybrid of local cuisines I […]
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Killer Bees: Africanized Honey Bees Health and Medical Disclaimer Common Questions: How can I avoid an encounter with unfriendly Africanized honey bees? How can I reduce the chance Africanized honey bees will attack me if they are around me? How can I escape an attack if I am attacked by Africanized honey bees? Facts about
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June 2011 – Another season has wrapped up at the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area. More than one million riders visited the area, although this is down by 10% from the previous year. Emergency medical calls were down by 20%. Of seven reported fatalities, four were off-highway vehicle related. A total of 484 youngsters attended
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif., June 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Whether soaring on a giant tram to a pristine wilderness, taking a sunset tour through ancient canyons, or floating in a giant wave pool,Palm Springs has a variety of “cool” entertainment options for a close to home and affordable getaway. This summer, travelers can save up to 40% off and
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif., June 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Whether soaring on a giant tram to a pristine wilderness, taking a sunset tour through ancient canyons, or floating in a giant wave pool,Palm Springs has a variety of “cool” entertainment options for a close to home and affordable getaway. This summer, travelers can save up to 40% off and
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6/17/11, AM Update from Inciweb: Residences: 2,714 threatened; 32 destroyed; 5 damaged Size: 495,016 acres total Commercial Property: 473 threatened; 4 destroyed Percent Contained: 33% Fire Update The Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service remains in effect from 11 AM to 8 PM MST due to strong winds and low relative humidity.
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BLYTHE, CA — Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and California Governor Edmund G. Brown, Jr. today joined local officials and representatives from Solar Trust America at a ceremony launching the start of construction on what will be the world’s largest solar power facility. Located on public lands in eastern Riverside County, the Blythe Solar
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Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument Superintendent Steve Riley announced today that no entrance fee will be charged for visiting Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument on June 21, 23001, the first day of spring. The multi-agency Gila Visitor Center is open from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. The Gila Cliff Dwellings are open daily from 8:30
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Hunters, anglers, wildlife watchers and other outdoor recreationists will undoubtedly have questions about what impact the fires will have on wildlife, hunting, fishing and outdoor recreational opportunities in those areas. The information below will help answer some of your questions. Wildlife It is important to note that habitats in these areas and their associated wildlife
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The Friends of Roper Lake State Park are proud to kick off of a series of events to be held at Roper Lake State Park. The first event will be June 25th in the evening with a “Look to the Skies’ program, given by John Ratje, the site manager of Mount Graham International Observatory. Program is geared
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