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KNAU Insider prEview – November 16th, 2018
Earth Notes: Kipukas
Volcanic eruptions are among nature’s most dramatic events. But sometimes their impact can vary a lot even over a small area. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Arizona Crews Help Fight Deadly California Wildfire

The wildfires burning throughout California have become the most destructive and deadly in the state’s history. Firefighters from around the country are helping out including nearly 170 from Arizona. Learn more at KNAU.org.

State To Stock Lees Ferry With Rainbow Trout

A prized fishery below Glen Canyon Dam is getting more rainbow trout. The Arizona Game and Fish Department says it will stock trout this week below the Lees Ferry boat ramp where anglers can walk in to the Colorado River. Learn more at KNAU.org.

In Arizona Mining Town, Gardeners and Scientists Team Up to Check for Contamination
It’s harvest season and gardeners in Arizona are roasting homegrown squash and canning extra tomatoes. But how do they know their vegetables are safe to eat? It’s a worry in some small mining towns with a legacy of contamination. In central Arizona, local gardeners have teamed up with scientists to test their soil and rainwater. Learn more at KNAU.org.
More Employers Can Opt-Out of Birth Control Coverage
Two new federal rules widen the range of employers that can leave birth control coverage out of their health insurance plans. That means some previously insured women will now have to pay out of pocket for contraception. Learn more at KNAU.org.