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Across many communities, there is a noticeable shift toward more holistic approaches to health and wellness. People are becoming increasingly aware that long-term wellbeing is not achieved through isolated treatments …
Community Interest Grows in Holistic Health and Wellness Options Read More
Teen years are a time of big shifts for every young person. Most kids go through phases where they want to be alone as they grow up. This is a …
Building Resilience: Identifying Teen Social Isolation Early Read More
By Kris McBride/EA THATCHER – Eastern Arizona College has named Chris Martin as its new men’s basketball head coach, promoting the former assistant following the departure of Cameron Turner to the …
Eastern Arizona College names Chris Martin men’s basketball head coach Read More
Placing a loved one in a nursing home often brings a mix of relief and worry. Families want to trust that their parent, spouse, or relative will be treated with …
How Families Can Advocate for Better Care in Nursing Homes Read More
Paving operations started on May 3 Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT GLOBE – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers traveling in Globe to expect the following restrictions on US 60, between …
Plan for long-term nighttime lane restrictions on U.S. Highway 60 in Globe Read More
By Raymundo Frasquillo MORENCI – Entertainment, food, games, and good company awaited partakers in festively decorated DeGracia Park on May 2. Numerous area residents attended the four-hour late-afternoon community event. …
Morenci holds Cinco de Mayo celebration Read More
Safford, Pima bow out in first round By Raymundo Frasquillo THATCHER – The No. 4 Thatcher Eagles (11-1 seeding, rating) host the No. 5 Scottsdale Rancho Solano Prep Mustangs (11-1, …
Thatcher hosts quarterfinal match on Tuesday Read More
By 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
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com PHOENIX — Braden Huish and Isaac Palmer have put Thatcher tennis back in the championship spotlight. The No. 3-ranked Eagles doubles team will compete for the …
Thatcher Tennis duo Huish/Palmer advances to Division III Doubles Title Match Read More
Column By John Young In January, unless something happens akin to a New York Jets’ Super Bowl victory, the U.S. House of Representatives will have no black Republicans. And a …
Editorial: Republicans earn new initials with race politics Read More