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Construction scheduled to take six months Gila Herald Staff Reports GRAHAM COUNTY — Mine commuters traveling between the Gila Valley and Morenci are being advised to factor extra time into …
ADOT to begin U.S. 191 North passing lanes project at ‘The Stretch’ on Monday; mine commuters should plan for delays Read More
Column By Mike Bibb Safford’s current conflict with the newly revealed Flock Vehicle Surveillance Cameras prompted me to do a little more research on the topic. Wasn’t difficult. Turned on the …
Editorial: What Are Flock Cameras? Read More
By Katie O’Shaughnessy, Cronkite News WASHINGTON – Sen. Mark Kelly confronted would-be spy chief Jay Clayton at his confirmation hearing Wednesday over his refusal to directly state that President Donald …
Sen. Kelly questions spy chief pick’s willingness to stand up to Trump Read More
‘Businesses throughout our communities have faced the growing burden of organized retail crime, making it clear that a bipartisan solution was needed to make a positive change across Arizona’s Sixth …
U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani Named Hero of Main Street by the National Retail Federation Read More
The digital gaming industry has undergone huge changes in recent years, and no other field illustrates it better than online slots. The industry went from flat, spinning reels and basic …
The Evolution of Online Slot Design Over the Last Decade Read More
Gila Herald Staff Reports SAFFORD — Heaven has recently gained a new resident. Cathy Ann Mooney Konopnicki departed this earthly life on July 5, 2026, leaving the Gila Valley a …
Obituary: Remembering Cathy Konopnicki; Funeral Services Announced Read More
Column By Mike Bibb “The debate comes as Flock technology continues to expand across southeastern Arizona. Safford originally approved a $285,000 state grant from the Arizona Department of Emergency Management to …
Editorial: What The Flock? Read More
Five additional Mexican wolf pups moved from captivity to the wild Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD In early June 2026, five newborn Mexican wolf pups provided by captive programs associated with the …
Mexican wolf recovery achieves another milestone Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — The splashing, cheering, and intense summer heat all built to a thrilling crescendo on Saturday, July 11, as the Safford Pool hosted the annual …
Gila Valley Summer Swim Season Culminates in Spectacular Finals in Safford Read More
Gila Herald Staff Reports SAFFORD — With daily afternoon and evening thunderstorms expected to persist throughout the week, local emergency and public works departments are urging residents to prepare for …
Free Sand and Sandbags Available for Gila Valley Residents Ahead of Storms Read More