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TweetPinShareDon’t drag chains or park in dry grass Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT PHOENIX – As summer nears, temperatures are rising in Arizona, and with that comes an increased potential for brush …
ADOT shares tips to help motorists reduce the risk of sparking wildfires Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com GRAHAM and GREENLEE COUNTIES – Youth swimming opportunities are heating up this summer in Safford, Thatcher, Pima, and Morenci. In the Gila Valley, families can sign …
Beat the heat and join a swim team! Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy ADOT SAFFORD/THATCHER – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers that the pavement rehabilitation project on US 70 between Reay Lane and Eighth Street (mileposts 335-340) in Safford and Thatcher …
Pavement rehabilitation project on U.S. Highway 70 in Safford and Thatcher is now complete Read More
TweetPinShareBy Kris McBride/EA THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College awarded 706 degrees and certificates to 636 students, including, for the first time in the College’s history, bachelor’s degrees, during its annual …
Eastern Arizona College marks historic milestone with first bachelor’s degrees at 137th commencement Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — The kid from the small southeastern mining town has made it all the way to the White House, and come June 14, it could …
Safford’s favorite son set to light up the White House lawn Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College (EAC) and Mount Graham Regional Medical Center (MGRMC) are collaborating on a new 19,300-square-foot multi-use facility that will nearly double capacity …
Construction on new Thatcher facility, combining cosmetology expansion and healthcare services, progressing on schedule for a Fall 2026 opening Read More
TweetPinShareThe following is a list of bookings from the Graham County Adult Detention Facility from April 29 – May 4, 2026. All information is gathered from the jail’s booking roster. …
Jail Booking Report for April 29 – May 4 Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy Graham County Chamber of Commerce SAFFORD — The Graham County Chamber of Commerce has announced several open opportunities for community members to serve and participate, including one full-time …
Chamber asks community members for help filling vacancies Read More
TweetPinShareBy Kris McBride/EAC THATCHER — Eastern Arizona College (EA) will host its 137th annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 8, 2026, at John Mickelson Stadium. The procession will begin at 7:15 …
Eastern Arizona College to award 706 degrees and certificates, including first bachelor’s degrees, at 137th annual commencement ceremony Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Once again, the Gila Valley showed what it does best: come together to celebrate heritage, good food, and neighborly spirit at its annual Cinco …
Cinco de Mayo brings color, culture, and community to Safford’s Main Street Read More