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Pika aya means tortoise in the Shivwits dialect of Southern Paiute. Southern Paiute land in Washington County could hold some important information about Mojave Desert tortoises. To learn more, researchers are taking a holistic approach to studying this endangered animal. The project is called Pika’aya Tooveep or “Tortoise Country” in Paiute. Part of the endeavor involves students and wildlife biologists surveying the Shivwits Band of Paiute Indians reservation for signs of tortoises, which isn’t usually allowed. Ann McLuckie is a biologist with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. She said the land on either side of the reservation is an important recovery area for the tortoises. Surveying the animals on the reservation will help them understand how much movement there is between the two areas. ....
KUER St. George has a new interim mayor. Michele Randall was appointed during a special City Council meeting Tuesday, and she will be the city’s first female mayor. This story and more in the Thursday morning news brief. Thursday morning, January 21, 2021 State 2021 Legislative Session: Getting Involved Remotely The Utah legislative session started this week, but because of the pandemic and security concerns, the Capitol building is closed to the public right now. Even after it opens, many will still choose to participate virtually. With online options, the public is able to track bills, listen to debates and give public comments. Read the full story. ....