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Overcoming insomnia: A comic about seeking solutions for good sleep
Insomnia can happen to anyone, especially as life stressors like studying for exams, going through menopause or caring for a family member occur. The graphic comic, “Eve’s Insomnia,” shows the struggle toward solutions.
Eating disorders diagnosis and treatment misses men, women of color
Mental health experts are finding it harder to diagnose eating disorders in men because of the lack of clinical research.
Egg shortage leads to increase in backyard chicken sales in Phoenix
High egg prices in grocery stores due to the uptick in bird flu have led people to start purchasing chicks for their own backyard hatcheries.
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National Park Service, Forest Service propose restrictions on climbing anchors
The National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service drafted policy in November that could prohibit climbing anchors in wilderness areas around the country. The Climbing Association of Southern Arizona is one of several climbing organizations speaking out against the proposals, saying that they would discourage and endanger climbers.
Desert tortoises tracked by GPS in three year study by McDowell Sonoran Conservancy
The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy launched a three year study to learn about how the Sonoran desert tortoise interacts with urban development.
Queen Elizabeth II dies; British community mourns in Phoenix
The British community in Arizona is small but closely connected, according to David Wimberley, owner of George & Dragon. Wimberley, a British migrant, was at home when a friend called with the news: Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday. She was 96.
Sustainable handbags made from pineapple, cactus and cork
Some designers are becoming more sustainable by replacing traditional leather with such materials as pineapple, cactus and cork. They look great and are better for the environment.
Arizona book ban set to take effect, prohibiting sexual content in school materials
A state law banning any materials in public schools that contain sexual content takes effect this week, and critics worry self-censoring will put more stress on already overburdened teachers.
Camelback Mountain’s Cholla Trail reopens
Cholla Trail on Camelback Mountain’s eastern slope, which closed in March 2020, reopened in September with safety improvements and new amenities. The landmark is Phoenix’s highest peak and carries with it decades of history.
Pickleball players eye tennis courts in their search for place to play
Pickleball is experiencing growing pains as courts are becoming harder to find. Cities are responding by building more courts and converting tennis courts, but not everyone is on board with those efforts.