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KNAU Insider prEview – October 19th, 2018
KNAU Welcomes Zac Ziegler

Please join us in welcoming Zac Ziegler as KNAU’s new All Things Considered Host and Reporter. He first came to KNAU as a student worker while completing his master’s degree, and later as a reporter in Yavapai County. He headed back to Tucson to begin his career in radio, where he worked for the flagship station for University of Arizona athletics, and the local NPR and PBS affiliate. While in Tucson, Zac won two regional Edward R. Murrow awards for use of sound and breaking news coverage, as well as a Rocky Mountain Emmy for environmental reporting. Tune into All Things Consideredon Monday October 22nd for his first Broadcast.
Low Pay, Long Hours, Second Jobs; Documentary Spotlights Arizona Teachers

Arizona teachers are the focus of a new documentary screening tonight in Flagstaff. The film, “Teaching in Arizona,” follows three educators, as they balance their love for the job while living on some of the lowest teacher salaries in the country. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Earth Notes: Cooper’s Hawks
Hawks that choose the city life are thriving in some places.  In fact, in New Mexico Cooper’s hawks are edging out their rural neighbors from the best nesting spots. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Language App Adds Navajo Courses
A popular language-learning app is adding Navajo to its portfolio. KOB-TV reports thatDuolingo has begun offering Navajo, or Dine (dih-NEH’), as a language option for learning on the mobile app. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Mexican Wolves Found Dead In Arizona, New Mexico

Arizona wildlife officials say authorities are investigating the deaths of three endangered Mexican gray wolves, including one found in southwestern New Mexico. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Coconino County Reports First Flu Cases of the Season
The snow season may have shown up early in northern Arizona, but flu season is right on time. Learn more at KNAU.org.