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Desert tortoise More: NPS / Hannah Schwalbe

If you look closely at the shell you'll see some abnormalities. This tortoise has a transmitter glued to his shell and is part of a long-term research project for Joshua Tree National Park. Because of his transmitter, park biologists can find him every year and assess his health. Original public domain image from Flickr

Clark County Celebrates Desert Tortoise Week

It's Desert Tortoise Week! Read about how to honor this important keystone species for wildlife conservation and start exploring the Mojave Desert.

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The Cupcake Girls are working towards building a world where sex trafficking is eradicated and consensual sex workers are safe and empowered.

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ArtUOK? – Celebrating Art’s Impact on Mental Health

The First Friday Foundation is gearing up for its 3rd annual ‘ArtUOK?’ event, celebrating how art and self-expression help with mental health and even save lives!

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