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TweetPinShareContributed Article Washington, D.C. — In a rare show of cross-party cooperation, U.S. Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and John Boozman (R-AR) have introduced the Futureproofing Local Operations for Water Systems …
Bipartisan Bill Targets Aging Rural Water Systems with Modernization and Cybersecurity Boost Read More
TweetPinSharePHOENIX – With just one week remaining before the March 10 deadline, fiber-fueled internet provider Sparklight is encouraging eligible schools and organizations to apply for its 2026 “Dream Bigger” contest. The …
One Week Left to Apply for $30,000 in STEM Funding through Sparklight’s 2026 “Dream Bigger” Contest Read More
TweetPinShareBy Alysa Horton and Zach Bradshaw/Cronkite News WASHINGTON – Reps. Andy Biggs and David Schweikert, who have long argued that presidents lack the power to go to war without congressional approval, set aside …
Biggs, Schweikert back Trump on Iran conflict despite past war power stance Read More
TweetPinSharePlanning your future requires more than just picking a date to stop working. It involves a series of calculated moves to build a lifestyle that remains comfortable for decades. Many …
Tips for Planning Your Retirement the Right Way Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com PHOENIX – In a display of sheer dominance and sharpshooting prowess, the Fort Thomas Apaches boys basketball team captured its 13th Arizona 1A state championship with …
Apaches dominate Tigers to win 1A Boys Basketball Championship Read More
TweetPinShareBy Zach Bradshaw/Cronkite News WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s decision to attack Iran, including air strikes that killed the country’s supreme leader, has put two Arizona Republicans in a delicate position. …
Skeptics of Trump’s war power and rivals for governor, Biggs and Schweikert, tread lightly on Iran Read More
TweetPinShareFraudsters are trying to get your personal information and money Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT PHOENIX – Another scam text making the rounds claims you owe the Arizona Department of Vehicles (sic) …
Heads up: Another scam text claims you owe for an unpaid ticket Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports SAFFORD — Randy Nesseth, 38, remains detained at the Graham County Adult Detention Facility on $50,000 bond after his arrest on March 1 in connection with a reported …
Man jailed following violent domestic incident in Graham County desert Read More
TweetPinShareFavorable weather conditions are in place for hazardous fuels reduction work Contributed Article/Courtesy USDA SPRINGERVILLE — The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are planning prescribed fire operations this week pending all required approvals. We …
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests prepares for prescribed fires on Clifton Ranger District Read More
TweetPinShareThatcher tennis boys blank three foes By Raymundo Frasquillo THATCHER – The Chris Cook-coached Thatcher Eagles host Tucson Sabino on Wednesday, March 4. The teams last met during the Division …
Eagles host Sabercats on Wednesday Read More