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Eleven judges from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals have urged the US Supreme Court to take up the Oak Flat case, backing protection for the sacred Apache site in Arizona threatened by a copper mining project. The rare show of judicial support adds pressure on the high court to hear Apache Stronghold's challenge after lower courts refused to block the land transfer.
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A gardening column explores native oak trees and their role in home landscapes. The piece highlights the value oaks bring to local yards and gardens, adding to ongoing interest in planting native species that support wildlife and thrive in local conditions.