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By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Safford-based artist Mario Fuentes has officially advanced past the ultra-competitive “top five” cutoff and is currently sitting in 1st place in his group for …
Local Artist Mario Fuentes Leads National Competition, Eyeing Finalist Group Spot Read More
By Matthew Badger/Cronkite News MESA – As the U.S. men’s national team begins its World Cup journey, questions arise both on and off the pitch. Arizona Athletic Grounds is determined to …
Mesa’s Arizona Athletic Grounds is determined to offer “white glove service” as Turkey’s training site for the World Cup 2026 Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Recent Safford High School grad Dallin McBride didn’t just represent Arizona on the national stage last week — he made history. Returning from the …
Safford’s Dallin McBride Makes History with Bronze Medal at SkillsUSA Nationals Read More
The business world is evolving faster than ever before! We see new trends emerging overnight, customer expectations continuously evolving, and competition appearing from anywhere. Now, for small business owners, this …
Small Businesses, Big Innovation: How Entrepreneurs Can Compete in a Rapidly Changing World Read More
Longer nights, warm weather, beautiful sunsets after dinnertime, and an array of outdoor activities… Summer is the perfect season to plan a date that feels thoughtful and memorable. The best …
5 2026 Summer Date Ideas to Make a Perfect Impression Read More
Running a business often comes with moments that signal growth. More customers walk through the door, inventory levels rise, and operations become busier than ever. While these are positive developments, …
Signs Your Business Has Outgrown Standard Refrigeration Solutions Read More
By Gila Herald Staff MORENCI / THATCHER — The heat is rising, and so is the competitive spirit across the Gila Valley as the summer swim season officially got underway …
Flippers and Manta Rays Splash Into Summer: SEAZ Swim Season Kicks Off Read More
Column By Mike Bibb “An oyster farmer and progressive military veteran running an insurgent campaign for Maine’s Democratic Senate nomination admitted this week to having had a Nazi tattoo for nearly …
Editorial: Democrats, Nazis, and a shoutout to Justin Read More
Detour in place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contributed Article/Courtesy ADOT SUPERIOR – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following closures on U.S. Highway …
Full closures scheduled on U.S. Highway 60 between Superior and Miami June 9-11 Read More
By Lori Dugan/EA THATCHER — High school musicians from across Arizona and the Southwest are invited to participate in Eastern Arizona College’s inaugural Summer Music Camp July 6-10 on the …
EA launches inaugural summer music camp Read More