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TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnsonjonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER – What happens when you promise students a whipped-cream pie to the face if they outperform expectations in a canned-food drive? Thatcher High School Principal Ryan …
Thatcher High School Principal Ryan Conrad gets early holiday pie – literally – as students crush food drive goals Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports SAFFORD – As the aromas of turkey and pumpkin pie fill homes across the Gila Valley this Thanksgiving, residents of Safford have even more reason to give thanks: …
Safford’s shared-use path reopens just in time for Thanksgiving: A boost for local walkers and cyclists Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports GRAHAM COUNTY – A 9-1-1 call reporting approximately 10 people stranded at the Riverview Campground in the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area turned out to be a …
False Alarm at Gila Box: Welfare Check Reveals Exaggerated Road Concerns After Heavy Rain Read More
TweetPinShareColumn By John Young I saw the president call the ABC reporter “fake news.” That’s a laugh. The reporter was asking about his obsequiousness with murderous Saudi dictator Mohammed bin …
Editorial: ‘Riots!’ in Portland and fake news on Fox Read More
TweetPinShareBy Colin Hogan/Cronkite News TEMPE – It’s a rivalry that has led to heartbreak, barnburners, and – mostly recently – ugly blowouts. However, in its 99th rendition, the stakes of the …
‘One-game season’: ASU preps for Territorial Cup with Big 12 title game hopes Read More
TweetPinShareDesigners and homeowners explore solutions that limit energy waste and enrich comfort. Many new builds and renovations now focus on smart material choices, strategic layouts, and features that blend aesthetics …
Home Design Trends for Maximum Energy Efficiency Read More
TweetPinShareCreating a pristine yard can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies, it becomes an achievable goal. Many homeowners envision a beautifully manicured lawn, vibrant flowers, and a …
Take These Steps To Achieve A Pristine Yard Without The Hard Work Read More
TweetPinShareThatcher cosmetology students help formerly active Marine Sgt. James Tippey get Toys for Tots ready By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER – To represent the Marine Corps, a Marine must adhere …
Shave and a haircut for Toys for Tots Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports The UFC’s lightweight division, once a bastion of relentless wars and star power, is teetering on the edge of unprecedented drama. With Ilia Topuria firmly entrenched as the …
Chaos in the Lightweight Division: Gaethje’s retirement threat looms as Topuria eyes historic third belt chase Read More
TweetPinShareColumn By Mike Bibb Not certain whether President Trump’s claim of accusing various members of Congress and department staff of “sedition” is valid in this particular case. — “Trump wants …
Editorial: Is It Really Sedition? Read More