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Robin

@redrockrobin.bsky.social
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Hydrologist, cat person, owned by two dogs, hiking, plant nerding, rural Nevadan. She/they. Opinions my own

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PaleoJim @paleojim.bsky.social · 8h
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is looking for someone with a passion for rare native fishes and amphibians! Based out of Vernal, Utah. utdgohcm.csod.com/ux/ats/caree... @currentbiology.bsky.social
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Native Aquatics Biologist
Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:Plan, prepare for, and organize sampling and conservation efforts for native fishes (largest portion of w...
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 3h
Put together 8 packages with hand written personal letters for team members. It's satisfying but surprisingly tiring too.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
Had 2inches over night at the house
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ProPublica @propublica.org · 11/10/2026
We’re looking into the ways health insurers’ use of prior authorization — the extra layer of approval insurers require before covering a medical expense — impacts patients. We need your help. 👇
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We’re Investigating Prior Authorization. Help ProPublica Understand Your Health Insurance Denial.
ProPublica is looking into the ways health insurers’ use of prior authorization impacts patients. We need your help to figure out if the process is still leading to delayed or missed treatments, tests...
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
I got brave and proposed a ne nevada turkey trot to raise money for the Celiac Disease Foundation- it was accepted! November 14, 2026 | 10:00am The Marina (600 Spring Creek Parkway, Spring Creek, Nevada, 89815)- this is an untimed event. give.celiac.org/team/851572
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ACLU @aclu.org · 08/10/2026
Flock and other automatic license plate readers have no place on our streets. Join the Get The Flock Out movement at aclu.org/get-flock_out
"Where we drive is none of the government's business." Sign that says "Notice. License plate reader 24/7. Flock safety." ACLU logo.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
My 6yo nephew is kicking my fundraising tookas. Please help
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Any spare change or want to join my team? Currently the only medical treatment for celiac is a gluten free diet for the rest of my life. I miss carne asada burritos con todos from random taco wagons among other things. give.celiac.org/OnTheRise
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Jfc
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Oh cool my cpap just did a device diagnostic at 3 in the fluffing morning. That's some piss poor programing for a device that's supposed to help me stay asleep instead of wake my grumpy butt up.
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Starbucks Workers United @sbworkersunited.org · 02/10/2026
St Louis and Philadelphia's city councils just became the first to officially endorse the Starbucks Boycott. Starbucks is the biggest violator of US labor law in history, and it's time we ALL push back against corporate greed. ✊
8 city officials and Starbucks Workers United members smile and hold signs and banners saying "BOYCOTT STARBUCKS"7 city officials and Starbucks Workers United members pose with fists up inside the St Louis capital. They hold signs that say BOYCOTT STARBUCKS
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The Nevada Independent @thenvindy.com · 30/09/2026
The Indy is reporting on overnight/swing-shift child care in Nevada. Have you struggled to find care for a night, early morning or rotating shift? We want to hear from you, parents and providers both. Reach out to reporter Piper Heath at pheath@thenvindy.com or DM us.
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GrumpyUncleSean🔥 @grumpyunclesean.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
1/4 Our research team just published a new paper: "Aspen impedes wildland fire spread in southwestern United States landscapes". Aspen forests are thought to be more resistant to burning compared to conifer forests, but this has not been well studied. 🧪🔥
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Aspen impedes wildfire spread in southwestern United States landscapes
Aspen (Populus tremuloides) forests are generally thought to impede fire spread, yet the extent of this effect is not well quantified in relation to other vegetation types. We examined the influence ...
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Survived my dad's wedding. Now to process all the photos and video. First a nap.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Fuck wits are trying to sow distrust in the election.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Hey can you shoot my wedding and record the ceremony for me tomorrow. Uhh, sure?. Now i gotta learn the basics of a fancy nikon. I am also the owner of a new tripod, bluetooth mics and a battery bank. 🤦‍♀️
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
$765 to meet my fundraising goal for the Celiac Foundation. Please donate to help fund research and advocacy. As I told my younger nephew- it would be nice to eat real donuts again someday. Taco truck anything would also be nice. give.celiac.org/fundraiser/7...
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Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto @cortezmasto.senate.gov · 20/09/2026
This comes out to over $2,000 per household in Nevada. Think what your family could have done with an extra $2,000 over the last year. That’s what Trump’s reckless blanket tariffs are costing you.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Happy #celiac awareness day! Did you know that 70%of folks with celiac aren't diagnosed? It's estimated that 1:100 folks world wide have this disease that has over 200 symptoms. Currently the only treatment is a strict #gf diet. Please help be raise money to fund research and advocacy
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
It's that time of year again! Raising money for the the celiac foundation. Please join my team (35 donation- no obligation to raise more but greatly appreciated) or donate towards the cause. Wallet feeling skinny? Signalboost is appreciated give.celiac.org/OnTheRise
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
3 chores down. Nap time. I plead the fifth on how many chores remain: fatigue sucks.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
There were red wing blackbirds in the garden tonight
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Simon W Davis @woodforbrains.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Ho-LEE fuck democrats-appropriations.house.gov/news/press-r...
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Defense Officials Attempt to Raid NIH Funds to Cover Department of Defense Activities
House Appropriations Committee Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) has learned that officials at the Department of Defense (DoD) are working to divert billions of dollars from the National Institute...
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
"The Trump administration is shuttering research projects key to the federal government’s fight against cyclospora, the foodborne parasite sickening thousands of Americans this summer..."
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Holy cow and they want to give them all raises.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
In the last 4 days, I've #driven 1,186 miles supporting fires in my area. If you add my commutes, i'm at 1306 miles. 1908.6km and 2101.8 km, respectively.
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tomwellborn3rd @wellborn.net · 24/08/2026
Congress funded the CDC's Alzheimer's work, the sickle cell and epilepsy data programs and a rape prevention unit, and Vought simply will not release the money. Grassley told him to his face he lacks the authority. The pocket rescission alone took 4.9 billion.
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Republicans furious as Trump’s budget director goes 'rogue'
The director of the Office of Management and Budget is infuriating Republican lawmakers by "going rogue" on what appropriations were approved by the House and Senate.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Bank: here is a scanned lien release for your car so you can sell it. Dmv: yeah, no, we need the original So I get to make another trip whenever the original arrives. 🤦‍♀️
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Geezus
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Marc Elias @marcelias.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
🚨BREAKING: The US Postal Service announced late Friday night that it intends to move forward with its final rule on changing how mail voting is administered. The new rule was created to enact Donald Trump’s executive order, which seeks to restrict mail voting. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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USPS pushes final rule on restricting mail voting forward
The federal postal service acknowledges the new rule will impose burdens on states, but says its necessary to help law enforcement hunt for voter fraud.
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Alerts from NWS Elko NV (UNOFFICIAL) @lkn.nws-bot.us · 23/08/2026
Flood Advisory issued August 22 at 4:57PM PDT until August 22 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV Additional Details Here.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Lamoille Canyon Recreation Area in Southern Elko County in
northeastern Nevada...

* WHEN...Until 800 PM PDT.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 455 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.3 and 0.7 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.2 to 0.4 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Lamoille Canyon, including Forest Service Road 660.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Rachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
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The BLM may stop notifying landowners about drilling under private land. Wyoming ranchers are alarmed. - WyoFile
Western cattlemen are poised to lose almost all opportunity to comment on oil and gas development underneath their property.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
So tired i could lay down right here on the floor
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Miss Aja @brat2381.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Please don't let the people of Puerto Rico get lost in the noise. Keep talking about this. www.reuters.com/pictures/pue...
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Puerto Rico is rationing water amid historic drought
Puerto Rico is rationing water across the island in response to intense drought, a plan that forces tens of thousands of people to go without water for 48 hours at a time.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
And i-80wb is closed at mp39 in #utah. I'm stopped at mp40 based on the "wendover 40, Reno 446" sign in my headlights. This is the second time in as many weeks I've come on a highway closing accident out here. #ut
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
When others believe in your ability to do hard things more than you yourself (and it's people who's opinion you trust)
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ACLU @aclu.org · 14/08/2026
You have the right to be yourself at school, no matter what politicians say. Visit our Know Your Rights hub to learn more at aclu.org/kyr-students-bsky
White text: "LGBTQ Students in Public Schools: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS.

Schools can't discriminate against you based on sexual orientation or gender identity. 
Your school must respond to reports of harassment or discrimination. 
You have the right to dress in a way that reflects your identity at school and school events. 
You have a right to express yourself, including discussing LGBTQ topics. 
Schools can’t force you to use bathrooms inconsistent with your identity. 
Schools can't prevent you from bringing dates of the same gender to school events.
Reminder: You deserve to have your rights respected and protected." Illustration of a blue book with stars on it. ACLU logo.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The governor is standing on something, I felt like I was towering over him when he came by our office.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Took a nap on three coolers while the power was out. Tried rolling over, that didn't go to plan. Ended up on the floor. Not av wife enough basal area.
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Alerts from NWS Elko NV (UNOFFICIAL) @lkn.nws-bot.us · 08/08/2026
🚨 Red Flag Warning issued August 8 at 10:29AM PDT until August 8 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Elko NV 🚨 Additional Details Here.
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING
FOR DRY THUNDERSTORMS AND GUSTY OUTFLOW WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER
ZONES 425 AND 426...

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 425 and 426.

* WIND...West winds up to 5-10 mph, gust 10-15 mph. Gusty
erraticoutflow winds from passing/collapsing thunderstorms
can reach up to 40-50 mph.

* HUMIDITY...15-20 percent

* THUNDERSTORMS...Thunderstorms will be mostly dry.

* HIGHEST THREAT...is located in fire zone NV425.

* IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Dry lightning may create new fire starts and combine with
strong outflow winds to produce rapid fire growth. Outdoor
burning is not recommended.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
I80 shut down at Wendover. Neither udot nor ndot showing why. @benwinslow.bsky.social
Tail lights glowing in a ribboninto the distance
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 06/08/2026
DOGE cut the essential services that working people and our communities rely on. They created chaos for federal workers, jeopardized our sensitive Social Security data, cost taxpayers money and lied about their cuts. We all deserved better than DOGE.
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Elon Musk’s DOGE made big errors in claims of government savings, GAO finds
The government watchdog found that billions of dollars in DOGE’s public tally could not be verified and that some claimed cuts never happened.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Pulled my first order as an acting cache manager. Aa betteries are called penlight batteries in the ordering system. Luckily my driver didn't get far before i had to fix him up.
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Kevin M. Levin @civilwarmemory.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
"The proposed rules could make it easier to change or destroy sites like Native American burial grounds or historic downtowns, or build projects that change the view from historic sites such as power lines near Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello estate." www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...
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Trump officials vote to rewrite historic preservation rules, in boon for arch
The president’s plan to build a 250-foot triumphal arch has been bound up in reviews under the law, known as Section 106.
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Jay o’ Lantern 🎃 @templinjay.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Volunteering at the food bank this morning and we had to discard 4 cases of Taylor Farms salad bowls that were donated by a local grocery chain a couple of days ago. They gave us recalled food knowing it was contaminated, and wrote it off as a donation. 🤬
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Effin' Birds @effinbirds.com · 20/07/2026
A painting of a bird beside the text "I'm so fucking tired of being tired"
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PaleoJim @paleojim.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
The UGS preparator-Field coordinator is finally posted. This is a career track position with someone with establish skills. Must be able to be a lead on fed. paleo permit and I would like to see porfolio of preparations. Geo-focused! @societyofvertpaleo.bsky.social utdgohcm.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...
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Project Geologist
Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position: Oversee fossil preparation in UGS preparation lab by insuring equipment is oper...
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WIRED @wired.com · 17/07/2026
Yesterday, WIRED learned that Madison Square Garden was suing us for our accurate reporting. We stand by our work. That’s why we’re removing the paywall from two of the MSG stories they don’t want you to read, making them free for everyone.
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Robin @redrockrobin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
My eyeballs are sweating. It is so hot and humid here in the desert.
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Tina Smith @smith.senate.gov · 14/07/2026
The entirety of the Boundary Waters is being evacuated due to wildfires, led by eight fearless Wilderness Rangers paddling around to campsites.   1,000,000 acres. 2,000 campsites. 4 teams of rangers. 2 rangers per canoe.
Paddlers make their way towards the Fall Lake entry point of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness as wildfire smoke fills the air on Monday, July 13, near Ely, Minn. (Erica Dischino/For the Minnesota Star Tribune)
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