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For more than 40 years, April has been known as National Child Abuse Prevention Month — meant to raise awareness and help stop child abuse.
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We want your insight and thoughts for our show Wednesday morning. We'll be getting outdoors! Talking about hiking and more as we get into the spring/summer outdoor season. Call us with your tips, spots and ideas.
Hit the road, Desert Companion readers! And while you're at it, have a look around. This issue invites you to not only escape to the outdoors, but also to think about the environmental issues affecting our pursuits and our world.
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