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Louis Camargo Castro, 82, of San Jose, California, passed away on March 6, 2026, surrounded by his family. Louis was born in El Paso, Texas, due to his father’s military …
Obituary for Louis C. Castro, Esq. Read More
Communities do not become friendly to cyclists because of one trail, one event, or one new sign. They get there when public spaces, practical infrastructure, and local habits begin to …
How Paths, Parks, and Community Events Help Build a More Bike-Friendly Gila Valley Read More
Losing someone you love is hard enough without having to deal with paperwork, court hearings, and frozen bank accounts. But that’s exactly what probate puts families through. Probate is the …
Can You Avoid Probate Court in Arizona After a Loved One Passes in 2026? Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD — Klinton “Kamikaze” Whitmire, 33, a proud Pima High School graduate and 10-year U.S. Army combat engineer veteran, is on the verge of becoming another …
Pima native Klinton “Kamikaze” Whitmire is chasing an MMA title on June 13 in Las Cruces Read More
New video highlights wildlife managers keeping communities safe and tips for preventing human-bear interactions Contributed Article/Courtesy AZGFD PINETOP — Summer is the peak season for black bear activity in rural communities …
AZGFD: Stay safe and help keep bears wild Read More
It’s been a few years now since Kobe Bryant passed, but the way people talk about him hasn’t really gone quiet—it just changed a bit. It’s less about counting rings …
The Legacy of Kobe Bryant Through His Signature Shoes Read More
In the current competitive business world, competitive pay is not the only way to retain the top talent. Workers desire to be truly valued for the efforts and hard work …
How Custom Plaques Elevate Employee Recognition Programs Read More
Legal matters touch many parts of daily life. From the way we work to how we spend money, rules shape our routines. Staying informed helps you stay safe and confident. …
Legal Issues and Their Impact on Everyday Lifestyle Read More
By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com SAFFORD/THATCHER — Law enforcement agencies from across Graham County came together Friday to support the Special Olympics through its annual Law Enforcement Torch Run. According to …
Local law enforcement unite for Special Olympics Torch Run Read More
Column By Mike Bibb Apparently, the Safford City Council is discussing the feasibility of constructing a new city hall, fire station, and recreational center. Costs? Somewhere in the tens of millions …
Editorial: Hey, let’s spend some money Read More